If you’re thinking of improving your home’s curb appeal for your personal pleasure or to help sell the home, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we look at five of the best plants and flowers to choose from if you want a vibrant low-maintenance curb to impress new buyers. And you don’t...
Climbing a 45-degree roof requires equipment, confidence, and experience, but you don’t have to be a professional climber. That said, you will require some professional knowledge and experience to ensure the safety and success of your roofing climb. Follow the eight steps below. What you Need If you want to climb a 45-degree roof, there...
If you’ve recently noticed water droplets collecting on your metal roof, don’t panic! It’s likely just condensation. Metal roofs are known to gather condensation more quickly than other types of roofs, but there are some things you can do to help prevent this from happening. This post will discuss the causes of metal roof condensation...
Installing a metal roof over part of your home is an excellent idea; metal roofs are strong and reliable, but they are also low-maintenance when they are installed correctly. In most cases, you will be installing the metal on a plywood substructure. It’s important to protect this substructure as it can be costly and inconvenient...
Roof pitch is a measurement of the steepness of a roof. It’s typically measured in degrees but can also be measured as a ratio. Most roofs have a pitch between 3/12 and 12/12. The first number always equals the vertical rise, and the second number always equals the horizontal run. So if your vertical rise...
Sealant is a vital component of the structure of a metal roof. While you might not be visible or able to see the sealant, it is required to form a waterproof bond to avoid moisture seeping through any gaps in your roofing and causing damage to your home. A sealant is instrumental for forming waterproof...
As the season changes, now is an excellent item to get your home cleaned and organized, ready for the arrival of fall. The curb appeal of your home can be affected by many factors over time and neglecting how your home looks can date your home and give a bad impression. However, exterior home improvement...
Whether performing a repair or upgrading to a more durable material such as metal, removing roofing shingles correctly and safely is and important part of the process. With a few particular steps, you can make sure you get this done with ease. Add in your new shingles, and your roof will look and feel brand...
Rust isn’t necessarily something that needs to be removed, despite being undesirable on gardening equipment and outdoor furniture. In fact, as rustic and industrial design styles gain popularity, more and more people are loving the appearance of aged metal, to the point that it promotes corrosion on more recent metal household items. Naturally, iron and...
Homeowners often have questions about home improvement projects. One question that comes up a lot is whether or not metal siding can be placed over stucco. In this blog post, we will answer that question and discuss the pros and cons of doing so. We will also provide instructions on how to complete this project...
