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Around 2013-2014, Homeowners Insurance companies began moving away from flat rate deductibles to percentage based deductibles. Which one you have can vary, depending on when and where you buy your insurance, what state your home is in, and/or your specific choice of carrier when you closed (if you had a choice). A flat rate deductible is … …
Who doesn’t love skylights? Done properly, skylights look great and are an excellent source of natural sunlight. However, make a mistake during installation or fail to maintain them, and your dealing with leaks. Skylights Aren’t Leaky By Nature To prevent leaks, it’s important to know their causes. From improper installation to debris buildup and damage, leaking skylights … …
Autumn, especially in an area like Metro Atlanta with lots of trees, is beautiful this time of year. Where trees changing colors can make even the most mundane locations look almost magical. But along with the beauty comes the pain. The pain of staying on top of your gutters and keeping them clean and clear … …
Falling leaves, rain and wind, swinging temperature changes, weather this time of year can really test your roofs limits. While your roof is designed to withstand most weather it is NOT something you can “set and forget” like most things in life, if you want your roof to last you must take constant care of … …
Buying a new home is an exciting time, but don’t let the thrill of owning your own home cause you to make costly mistakes. Especially with first-time homeowners, expenses creep up with the responsibilities of owning a home. Adding to a mortgage payment, you have property taxes, homeowners association fees, repairs and maintenance and so on. It’s … …
When it’s storming outside there’s nothing like being in your home, safe and secure from almost any adverse weather. It’s times like these people can appreciate a good working roof system that otherwise goes unnoticed. But, if storms are an source of stress due to visible leaks, it might be time to replace your roof, especially if … …
Asphalt shingles are still the most popular choice for residential roofs for good reason. They are the least expensive of material choices and nowadays, with all the colors and styles available, can look as great, even better in some cases as some their more expensive counterparts. The choice of shingle color can affect your home’s … …
Your roof is the largest, most expensive part of your home, especially to home insurance companies. Primarily because of how big it is and the costs associated with being the first line of defense against the elements, roof age and conditions affect your home insurance rates more than just about any other single part. Fortunately, it … …
Roofs aren’t the most glamorous subject to discuss at dinner or social gatherings. As such, many homeowners don’t learn much about their roof until a problem occurs. From not knowing how much damage is actually there to not knowing whom to call when the roof leaks. Homeowners have plenty of questions when it’s time to … …