Roofing: Repair or Replace?

March 6th, 2017 Categories: Random Thoughts

Eventually, all roofs wear out and need to be replaced. You don’t want to do it too soon, because you’ll waste money. But you also don’t want to wait too long, because then you’ll end up with leaks and expensive water damage. To get the timing right, you need to know how to assess the overall condition of your roof and identify early signs of roof failure. Read the rest of this entry »

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Money-Saving Tips to Repair Sagging, Leaking Rain Gutters

February 27th, 2017 Categories: Random Thoughts

Sagging and leaking gutters risk damage to your siding and foundation that may cost thousands to repair. Use gutter sealant, patches, and hangers to fix sagging and leaky gutters at a cost of only a few dollars. Read the rest of this entry »

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Tips to Make Your Roof Last as Long as Possible

February 24th, 2017 Categories: Random Thoughts

A new roof is an expensive proposition — $18,800 on average for composition shingles, according to Remodeling magazine’s Cost Vs. Value Report, and as much as $36,000 for high-end materials. Once you’ve made that kind of investment, you’ll want to protect it. Read the rest of this entry »

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How to Do Gutter Repairs for Sagging and Leaking Rain Gutters to Save Money

July 5th, 2016 Categories: Random Thoughts

Sagging and leaking gutters risk damage to your siding and foundation that may cost thousands to repair. Use gutter sealant, patches, and hangers to fix sagging and leaky gutters at a cost of only a few dollars. Read the rest of this entry »

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How to Clean Rain Gutters

July 1st, 2016 Categories: Random Thoughts

In a downpour, a clogged roof gutter sends a cascade of water down the side of your house, making canyons of your flowerbeds and saturating your foundation. Clean gutters of leaves and debris to help prevent damage to your landscaping and siding, and to head off expensive water damage repairs to your foundation that may cost $10,000 or more. Read the rest of this entry »

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Replacing Rain Gutters and Downspouts

June 28th, 2016 Categories: Random Thoughts

Your home may be your castle, but if you’re missing downspouts and sections of gutter, you’ll certainly have a moat where daisies once flourished. Excess water near your foundation risks thousands of dollars in foundation repairs. The good news is that gutter or downspout replacement only requires about $15 worth of materials and three to four hours of your time. Read the rest of this entry »

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