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Asphalt Roofing Shingles
By Derek Farley · 13 years ago
Asphalt shingles are by far the most commonly used option for covering a residential roof. There is no doubt about it, the fact that they are relatively inexpensive and durable make them the most popular ...
Cleaning Roof Shingles
By Derek Farley · 13 years ago
The roof of your house is probably the one part that receives the most exposure to the elements. Over time, mold, mildew, moss and discoloration can occur if you don't maintain a clean roof. This ...
Fiberglass Roof Shingles
By Derek Farley · 13 years ago
There are various types of roofing shingles to choose from these days, but how would you know which is best for your home? Which types would be the best overall value? One type of roofing ...
Roof Shingles Prices - Take Out the Guess Work
By Derek Farley · 13 years ago
Spring is the season for roofing and most of the building supply houses will have sales weekly that offer roofing supplies. Depending on what product you will need the prices can be relatively small to ...
Slate Roof Shingles
By Derek Farley · 13 years ago
If you are looking for options on roofing shingles, you will want to know more about what the slate shingle can do for your home. If you are looking for a roofing shingle that will ...
Composite Roof Shingles
By Derek Farley · 13 years ago
More homeowners these days are choosing to cover their roofs with composite roof shingles instead of natural wood or stone. Their beautiful uniform appearance as well as sturdy construction makes them a good alternative to ...
Rubber Roofing Shingles
By Derek Farley · 13 years ago
Some material that we use for roofing is similar today to those used in ancient times. Man has used materials like wood and clay for shingles or tiles for almost as long as they have ...
Cedar Roof Shingles
By Derek Farley · 13 years ago
If you're considering putting a new roof on or changing your existing one, then one of your considerations should be cedar roof shingles.
There are a number of advantages to using this type of roof ...
Roof Shingle Installation
By Derek Farley · 13 years ago
If you are in the need to install roof shingles in the near future, the process is explained below to help you with your home improvement project.
Roof shingle installation is a pretty simple process ...
Masonry Chimney Repair - Getting it Right For Your Home
By Derek Farley · 13 years ago
There are chimneys in most homes, adding to the warmth within the home. The difference between various homes' chimneys is the actual construction and design of the chimney. A masonry chimney is one type of ...
How to Repair a Chimney
By Derek Farley · 13 years ago
A chimney is an important element for any home, new or old. You are completely reliant on your chimney to effectively channel smoke up, out and away from your home, keeping your home's air healthy ...
Chimney Cleaning Repair and Maintenance
By Derek Farley · 13 years ago
There has been an essential evolution of chimney designs and constructions that implement carefully engineered parameters to utilize fire safety and heat proficiency. In layman's terms, fireplaces work because heat and hot air rises. When ...
Fireplace Chimney Repair
By Derek Farley · 13 years ago
There are many reasons why you might believe that you have the need for a fireplace repair or replacement. Since this can be rather hazardous to your home if left in disrepair, it is in ...
Chimney Repair Cost - A Quick Guide
By Derek Farley · 13 years ago
The cost of having your chimney repaired depends on the extent of the damage as well as the contractor you choose to work with. You should seek out someone with a track record of doing ...
Comparing the Cost of Chimney Repair
By Derek Farley · 13 years ago
Having a chimney cleaned on a regular basis is very important. The failure to do so can result in fires that can ruin the chimney and cause significant damage to others parts of a home. ...
Fixing Your Leaning Chimney Properly
By Derek Farley · 13 years ago
Anyone that is dealing with a chimney that is settling or pulling away from a home needs to consult with a professional chimney repair company at once. There are many reasons why chimneys begin to ...
How to Tell If Your Chimney is Leaking
By Derek Farley · 13 years ago
Is your chimney showing signs of leaking? You might be wondering what are some signs that my chimney liner is leaking? To discover any leaks, you will want to carefully inspect the surface of the ...
Repairing Chimney Flashing Yourself
By Derek Farley · 13 years ago
In most construction the chimney is not attached to the frame of the house. And this makes the area around the chimney vulnerable to leaks over time as the house settles. If you are noticing ...
Cleaning and Repairing Your Chimney Properly
By Derek Farley · 13 years ago
Homeowners that have a fireplace should make chimney cleaning and repair a priority. Chimneys accumulate a significant amount of dust, debris and particles. These substances can build up over time making it very difficult for ...
Refacing Kitchen Cabinets
By Derek Farley · 13 years ago
No other task can be quite as daunting as kitchen cabinet refacing if you are not sure what needs to be completed. If you are completely at a loss for how to reface your cabinets ...