It is a bright, sunny day in May, and you are expecting your roofing contractor to start tearing off your existing roof first thing tomorrow. However, he calls to let you know that the job needs to be postponed due to […]
It is a bright, sunny day in May, and you are expecting your roofing contractor to start tearing off your existing roof first thing tomorrow. However, he calls to let you know that the job needs to be postponed due to […]
James Hardie Building Products revolutionized the siding industry with the introduction of HardiePlank, a fiber cement siding that provides superior resistance to fire and insects. The texture of HardiePlank closely mimics traditional wood siding, and the product is available in a […]
Austin and Central Texas is subject to a wide variety of weather conditions. Winters may be mild or frigid, while autumns are typically very enjoyable. Summers can be hot and dry, but they can also see significant thunderstorms. Spring weather can […]
Repairing a roof is a job that should be left to the professionals. Working on a rooftop can be dangerous; the leading cause of deaths related to construction sites is falling from a roof. Furthermore, small mistakes can have serious consequences, […]
The gutter system on your home is basically a simple device, but if it is not performing as intended, its failure can have devastating results on the exterior as well as the interior of your home. The gutters on your home […]
Once humans began constructing four-sided shelters, they began to write the first chapters in the history of siding. The earliest types of wall cladding used materials that could be found locally and were easy to apply; twigs, animal hides, stone, mud […]
Flat roofs date to prehistoric times, making them one of the earliest architectural styles of roofs. In earlier times, flat roofs provided additional living space or a secure place to quarter valuable animals. Although you are not likely to find animals […]
The metal roof on your home or business represents a substantial investment, and although metal roofs typically require less maintenance than an asphalt or wood shingle roof, it will require periodic maintenance. Just like every other part of your structure, your […]
If you have lived in Central Texas for more than a few months, you probably know that the area can be struck by frequent, prolonged droughts. Furthermore, although wildfires can happen even when the area is not experiencing a drought, the […]
Unless a section of the roof blows off or a tree limb falls on it during a storm, most homeowners pay little attention to the condition of their home’s most critical component until they notice water stains on the ceiling. By […]