Entries by Emilio

Proper Roofing Ventilation is Key

This video was put together by Weatertight Corp. a Roofing Contractor in WI.  The hosts Todd an Tod do an excellent job explaining the importance of roofing ventilation. Proper Roofing ventilation is important in any climate – cold or warm.  The problems that can come with poor roofing installation are: Mold Deteriorating Insulation Prematurly damaged roofing […]

Proper Roofing Ventilation is Key

This video was put together by Weatertight Corp. a Roofing Contractor in WI.  The hosts Todd an Tod do an excellent job explaining the importance of roofing ventilation. Proper Roofing ventilation is important in any climate – cold or warm.  The problems that can come with poor roofing installation are: Mold Deteriorating Insulation Prematurly damaged roofing […]

Paint Peeling Everywhere!

I recently responded to an email from a homeowner in Massachusetts (not a customer or ours) who was inquiring about “what causes paint to peel on his house?” I thought this would be an excellent topic to address in a blog post: My response was the following: Mr. Homeowner, It’s likely that you have 1 […]

Your Checklist To Successful Roof Installation

Thinking that it might be time to make some upgrades to your roof?  Before making the decision, give this article a read. In it, we’ll discuss how you can inspect your roof for wear and tear and decide if it’s time to take action.  Once you’ve decided to move forward, we’ll provide you with some […]

How To Finance Your Home Renovations

With the economic turbulence of the last few years, many people have opted to improve the home they’re already living in, rather than purchasing a new home.  Improvements to your home can mean huge increases in its value, along with less tangible gains of increased beauty and longevity. If the home improvement path interests you, […]

Seven Steps To Proper House Painting

Nothing gets your house looking nicer than a fresh coat of paint, but how do you make sure your paint will keep looking great for years to come? Easy.  Just follow these simple – but very important – tips to painting your house properly.  You’ll be left with a great looking home that shines for […]

What to Look for in a Siding Contractor

Siding is a big part of the overall look of your house, and if you’re in the market for a siding contractor, you need to ensure: a) You’re properly educated on the types of siding available to you, and what the different choices mean in terms of maintenance and longevity. b) That you choose a contractor […]

Are New England Homes Being Built Too Tight?

I recently read an article on Energy Conservatory.com, that asked the question: Are Your Houses Too Tight? Written By Gary Nelson, Robert Nevitt and Gary Anderson. I wanted to reflect on questions that I’ve been asked from dozens of homeowners over the past few years, as well as take a closer look at the questions […]

Which Windows Are Considered the Greenest (Most Eco-Friendly)?

Here is an excerpt from the Simonton Windows Sept 2010 Green Report.  This article makes some compelling points about how high quality vinyl replacement windows are very eco-friendly.  Read and decide for yourself. “Windows can be appraised using each of the three green themes just mentioned: Product toxicity, thermal envelope integrity, and life-cycle analysis, and they […]

How come some ridge vents go all the way to the edge?

Because we are in the home improvement business we often forget how much we know about our services and how little many homeowners know. I recently had a question from a roofing customer that I thought was interesting.  She asked, “how come some ridge vents are installed all the way to the edge of the […]