Author Archives: Thomas Burke
Roof Winterizing Checklist
- Nov
- 30
- Posted by Thomas Burke
- Posted in Uncategorized
Before the arrival of New England’s wet, chilly, and snowy winter months it is important to winterize your roof in order to protect it until warmer weather returns. Many individuals who own a home are more than happy to take care of problems around the home in a DIY manner. Although, when it comes to […]
read moreCurb Appeal of a New Roof
- Nov
- 16
- Posted by Thomas Burke
- Posted in Uncategorized
Adding a new roof to your home can increase your homes value by as much as 10-40%. In addition to the monetary benefits that a new roof can add to your home, they also make your home much more aesthetically pleasing. The aesthetic value of a new roof can make it worth even more money […]
read moreWhat to Look For in a Roof When You’re Buying a Home
- Oct
- 30
- Posted by Thomas Burke
- Posted in Uncategorized
The house hunting process is usually both intimidating and exhilarating, especially for first-time buyers. If you fall into this category, the odds are good that you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed by all of the advice you’ve heard from well-meaning loved ones, television programs, and even internet articles like this. There are a lot of things […]
read moreBenefits of Having a Professional Roof Inspection to Assess Storm Damage
- Oct
- 16
- Posted by Thomas Burke
- Posted in Home Improvement, Roofing
At some point or another, almost every homeowner experiences roof damage from a storm. No matter where you live, you probably deal with inclement weather of some kind. The Northeast, for instance, has Nor’easters in the winter, while the Southeast often deals with hurricanes in the summertime, and the Midwest gets hit with all sorts […]
read moreFall Season Roof Checklist
- Sep
- 27
- Posted by Thomas Burke
- Posted in Roofing
There is no better time than the Fall to take care of all the little things around your home that make a big difference. Most of the tasks relating to a roof that one should tackle during the Fall season are quite straightforward and can be completed by the average person. Although, if you feel […]
read moreThe Secret to A Happy Roof
- Aug
- 23
- Posted by Thomas Burke
- Posted in Roofing
Out of sight, out of mind. That is the saying and it holds true regarding roofs. Many individuals pay little to no attention to their roof, although, those who do and know the tips and tricks of keeping it in top condition, reap the benefits for years to come. This is because of the fact […]
read moreWhat Type of Shingle is Best for your Roof?
- Aug
- 09
- Posted by Thomas Burke
- Posted in Home Improvement, Projects, Roofing
With the proper planning and consideration, figuring out what type of shingle is best for your home’s roof can be a simple decision. There are many things to carefully consider when choosing what type of shingles work best for your home. The correct answer varies from roof to roof because each type of shingle provides […]
read moreHow Can Roofing Help Cool Your Home?
- Jul
- 25
- Posted by Thomas Burke
- Posted in Roofing
Roofing can surprisingly factor into how hot or cold your home is; did you know that? There are some very specific things that factor into this, including the color, material and technology behind your roofing. Let’s take a look into these details a little more in depth so that we can decipher how cool your […]
read moreHurricane Season & Roofing
- Jul
- 23
- Posted by Thomas Burke
- Posted in Roofing
Hurricanes can take a huge toll on your roofing. Unfortunately, and especially if you live in an area where hurricanes are more prevalent, this can destroy your roofing material, and because of this, there are absolutely a few additional things you will want to do to be proactive before the hurricane to ensure that you […]
read more3 Signs You Need To Replace Your Roof
- Jun
- 25
- Posted by Thomas Burke
- Posted in Roofing
Replacing your roof can be on of the biggest investments that you can make in your life, as it is quite expensive and can be a lot of effort in terms of the noise and length of time that it can take (a few days can feel a lot longer than that). This being said, […]
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