What Is a Shake? A shake is a wooden shingle made from split logs (California Redwood, Western Cedar, or Atlantic White Cedar). Unlike regular wooden shingles formed using a saw, cedar shakes are traditionally formed with an ax called a froe. The thickness and natural taper of a cedar shake can only be achieved using…
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What Time of Year Is Best for Window Replacement? Homeowners often wonder what time of year is best for replacing windows. As long as it isn’t raining or snowing, it’s a good day to replace old windows. It’s generally a good idea to schedule window replacement far in advance, but some companies are able to…
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Shelter from the Storm A house cannot feel like home without a good roof. The roof protects your home and everything in it. Roof replacement can feel like a daunting task, but the alternative is worse. Everything in life becomes more stressful when you’re worried about the roof over your head. Aging Roofs The lifespan…
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How Much Water Hits Your Roof Every Year? To calculate how much water slides off your roof every year, convert the area of your roof to inches. Then multiply the dimensions by the rainfall (Baltimore County gets around 40 inches of rain per year). Then divide by 231 to get the number of gallons. That’s…
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Maryland Siding Replacement The purpose of siding is to protect and cover your home. Many owners of historic homes in Baltimore County have realized the benefits of new siding installation. The condition of a home’s siding offers insight into the internal quality of your home. A musty odor inside a house or apartment is likely…
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Benefitting from energy-efficient windows means more than saving money on an electricity bill. Replacing windows with home improvement services protect your home, lower costs, and give you peace of mind. If you’re interested in lowering your heating bills and increasing your home’s energy efficiency, energy-efficient windows is the answer. Benefitting from Energy-Efficient Windows Look forward…
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A new roof is a big investment and it can make you wonder, “Do I need a new roof?” Roof repairs do extend the life of your roof, but at a certain point, it needs to be replaced. A roof is one of the most vital parts of a home. It protects a home’s structure…
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Your gutter takes a lot of abuse. Wind, rain, UV rays, and extreme temperatures all take their toll on gutters, causing wear and tear over time. As such, the importance of rain gutter repair is a crucial element in sustaining your gutter system over time. Importance of Rain Gutter Repair Whether it’s ongoing maintenance or…
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“Do I need window replacement services?” Homeowners often ask this question during home improvement projects or when they experience certain problems with the windows. There are a range of different factors to take into consideration on whether you should get them replaced or simply repaired, such as the age of the windows or if you…
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You may be asking yourself, “Do I need siding replacement services?” In most cases, the need for new siding is obvious. You may notice several signs that it’s time to get new siding such as: Corrosion Storm damage Outdated or worn out siding Leaks Fading paint or surface Do I Need Siding Replacement Services? Vinyl…
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