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By: Terry Quinn, CS, CAPS, CGR, VSI (CAT Exteriors. Hanover Ma) Vinyl Siding is not Water proof! So you need an underlayment to protect your house when moisture gets under the siding. That’s why we use house wrap. House wrap is a synthetic material used in building today to replace standard tar paper underlayment hat was used in years past. It is a weather-resistant barrier that … [Read more...]
3-Tab Shingles compared to Architectural Shingles By: Terry Quinn, CS, CAPS, CGR, VSI (Almar Building & Remodeling Co. Hanover Ma) Choosing a shingle style can be tough. Manufactures like GAF and Certainteed have several different options, but two of the most popular choices we see clients deciding between right now are: 3-Tab and Architectural … [Read more...]
By: Allison Q Guido, CS Every vinyl siding job can be either basic or it can have added accessories that will make your house not only look better, function better, but also save you money on your heating and cooling costs. House-wrap. Siding is not water proof so you want to make sure you have a barrier between the siding and your sheathing. The wrap deflects water away from the sheathing, … [Read more...]
By: Terry Quinn, CS, CAPS, CGR, VSI Like most products roofing has a shelf life. If properly installed and ventilated, most asphalt roof shingles should out last the warranted life span listed. But there are several things that can limit a roofs life and there are ways of telling if it’s time to consider having some work done to your roof. The age of the shingles. You will find many … [Read more...]
By: Terry Quinn, CS There is very value information on each of your new windows. These labels can help you determine how well a product will perform the functions of helping to cool your home in the summer, warm your building in the winter, keep out wind, and resist condensation.* Starting from the top left and going left to right and top to bottom there are 5 ratings and we will explain … [Read more...]
How much do you really know about vinyl siding? Many homeowners are sure they know the ins and outs of vinyl siding, only to be surprised by the facts. Let’s take a look at some of the common myths and misconceptions and get to the truth! Myth #1: Vinyl siding fades in the sun. The truth revealed: If you have vinyl siding installed in Pembroke, you’ll discover that the color lasts for … [Read more...]
It’s hard to believe it right now, but winter is right around the corner. As a Quincy homeowner, you’re interested in ways to make your home more comfortable and save money. One of the options you should be considering is replacement windows. Keeping warm in winter in Quincy is no joke. Home heating experts tell us that one of the biggest challenges to keeping a home warm and comfortable … [Read more...]
Adding extra space to your home can make your family happier and far more comfortable. Holbrook homeowners can expand their homes by adding extra rooms, or by building up with a second or third story addition. One question homeowners often have is what’s the best way to side a new addition. The first consideration to take into account is what type of siding do you have on the rest of the … [Read more...]
“We see this all of the time.” Patricia is a real estate agent, well-versed in what it takes to sell a home during these tough economic times. “The interior of the house is good. Sometimes it’s even great. But when you look at the home from outside, it’s a different story.” Chipped and fainting paint, old sagging aluminum siding, and other less-than-attractive exterior cladding … [Read more...]
Did you know what the fastest growing demographic group in the Bridgewater area is? It turns out that there are more seniors - and those who are soon to be seniors - than there are any other homeowners. When we talk about home ownership, we have to consider the maintenance and upkeep of those homes. Are your aging parents in a position, physically, to deal with the vigorous, demanding task of … [Read more...]
