Many people mistakenly think that attic ventilation is only necessary in warm climates – thinking that here in Chicago; we do not need to worry about it. In fact, the exact opposite is true; we need attic ventilation year round in order to protect the attic and the roof. Extend the Life of...
As summer quickly flies by, it is important to take a few minutes to analyze the exterior of your home. You might think that your home passed through our harsh winter with flying colors because you have not had any noticeable leaks or see any visible damage to your siding, but the reality is that...
As humans we worry about aging and how we are going to look, but we often forget that certain things around our home can age too. One area that experiences a great deal of aging is your roof. In as little as one year, your roof can look dramatically different from the day that it looked...
The weather this weekend certainly was not friendly to our homes! Did you have a chance to get out there and take a close look at your roof? Even if you are just looking from the street, it is easy to spot some of the damage that the strong rain that we experienced could have caused. If you have...
Last week marked the first hail storm of the season for many areas in Illinois. The hail seemed to come from nowhere and certainly left its mark on homes everywhere. As obvious as it is that hail causes damage, are you aware of the exact type of damage and the extent to which it can occur? Arming...
You have finally found the home of your dreams and the financing has been approved. Before you sign any papers, there is one more step that should get your full attention, the inspection. A home inspection allows you to know under no uncertain terms that the home you are buying is worth what the...
One of the hottest topics when it comes to selling a home is whether or not to replace your roof. Unfortunately, the answer is not always cut and dry – every situation is different and requires a different answer. In general, the roof is one of the largest things that potential buyers worry...
As we hopefully begin to thaw out and see all of the snow disappear in the forefront of spring in the next few weeks, many people will start to see leaks. This does not always mean that the snow or winter caused damage; there could be many other reasons that you are suddenly seeing water in your...
This winter certainly has not been kind to us! Between the record breaking amounts of snow and the high winds, you are probably sick and tired of winter already. The problem is, you are not alone, your house is likely sick of this weather too, namely your roof. If you think you feel as if you...
We have had our share of ice in Chicago already! It seems to have come earlier this year, which could mean more frequent use of salt on your driveways, sidewalks and other areas of your property. Before you head out and purchase just any bag of salt, heed those careful precautions to keep...