So many people discover they have the skills to do some of these amazing home fixes and builds as DIY projects are becoming increasingly popular. With online and video tutorials readily available, it is easy to see how to build a bench step-by-step. DIY can save you a lot of money, which is enticing to…
Roof sheathing, or also known ad roof decking, is the thin wood that spans over the trusses and supports the rest of the roof. When the outer roof develops a leak, water will begin to rot the sheathing. If the sheathing becomes too wet and rot sets in, the roof’s integrity is at risk. Nickerson…
One of the most common types of shingles used on roofs in the US is asphalt shingles. These shingles are made up of crushed rock, tar, fiber polymer layer and adhesives. All of these aspects of the shingle help to protect your home from the elements and water damage due to severe weather. When you…
With the weight of heavy snow, roofs collapse at any given time, though this is a more common occurrence in winter. The accumulating snow often results in the roof collapsing when heavy load reaches the maximum weight capacity. Along with the snow and ice compacted on the roof will weigh even considerably more, simply one…
If you are like most homeowners, you probably take the roof above your head for granted. It’s true that most of us don’t give our roof much thought until there is a problem with it. However, it is important that you are aware of your roof and are properly maintaining it to ensure you don’t…
There will come a time in a home’s lifetime where the roof will need to be replaced. The roof is exposed to wind, rain, and snow. Tree branches, pests, and debris can lead to a number of major damages to a roof which will eventually lead to a roof replacement. With your roof exposed to…
To protect the interior of the building, the roof is one of the primary barriers. Elements such as the direct sunlight, cold and heat, rain, snow, wind, and wildlife activity is deflected from the roof. Your ultimate goal is to preserve the roof’s condition and longevity in the end. Protecting the roof can prove to…
As few want to pour money into roof repairs, many homeowners brush off minimal damage and think they will tend to it later when any damage is noticed on the roof. Every 3 or 4 months, homeowners in Truckee, CA should take the time to assess the condition of their roof and take into account…
Gutters play a major role in keeping the home protected from water damages. If water puddles near the foundation, the foundation can sink and the soil will shift. When the gutters are damaged, water can leak around the roof and siding of the home. When gutters begin to break down it is time to replace…
There are many repairs that are required due to roofing damage that the homeowners were not even aware of was a problem. Though there are cases where roof damage is extremely obvious, there are some signs of roof damage that are not so obvious. These signs of damage that are not clearly obvious is what…
