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Blown-In vs. Spray Foam Insulation

You want your home to have the best insulation possible. Quality insulation protects your home from drafts, lowers utility bills, protects from mold and fire, and manages noise. ...

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Why Do I Have Icicles on My House, but My Neighbors Don't?

By: Heather Hedrick on 11/10/20 13:15

While icicles can be beautiful, they can also be an indication that something may be wrong with your home. When icicles form, it can be a sign that ice dams are forming on your ...

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How Metal Roofing Benefits Your Home During the Winter

By: Heather Hedrick on 10/22/20 13:15

Winters can be rough. Making sure that your home is prepared for winter is very important and could mean investing in a new roof. But what’s the best choice for your home? There ...

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4 Ways to Cut Cooling Costs this Summer

By: Shawn Hedrick on 5/13/20 14:45

While the summer months bring family vacations and warmer weather, they can also mean higher energy bills. Money spent keeping your house cool can spell trouble with your wallet ...

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House Buying Series: Is the House Prepared for Winter?

By: Heather Hedrick on 11/21/18 14:58

Make sure the home you’re considering buying is equipped to handle cold conditions. There are several important places you should inspect or inquire about before making an offer ...

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Do I Have a Roof Leak or Attic Condensation?

By: Heather Hedrick on 12/14/17 11:00

Finding water damage on the wall or ceiling is worrying for any homeowner. Most people assume this is caused by a leaking roof, but that might not be the source. Water found in ...

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Signs You Might Have Toxic Mold in Your Attic

By: Shawn Hedrick on 10/4/17 12:13

Toxic mold is a serious problem in attics, and it can affect the value of your home as well as your health. Attics are the perfect breeding ground for mold, and the problem can ...

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Common Signs of Asbestos in the Attic

By: Heather Hedrick on 7/16/17 17:48

If your home was built before 1990 and you have vermiculite insulation, or if your house was built prior to 1970, it’s likely that you have some form of asbestos in your attic ...

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Is Your Humidifier Hurting Your Home?

By: Heather Hedrick on 1/27/17 10:07

At least a few times each winter, temperatures rise for a few days after a deep freeze. When this happens, a lot of homeowners notice what looks like water infiltration on their ...

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How to Prevent Your Pipes from Freezing

By: Heather Hedrick on 1/13/17 9:24

During the winter, when the temperature drops and the snow starts to fall, many homeowners worry about their pipes freezing. You may have heard advice about how to prevent your ...

Blown-In vs. Spray Foam Insulation

Why Do I Have Icicles on My House, but My Neighbors Don't?

How Metal Roofing Benefits Your Home During the Winter

4 Ways to Cut Cooling Costs this Summer

House Buying Series: Is the House Prepared for Winter?

Do I Have a Roof Leak or Attic Condensation?

Signs You Might Have Toxic Mold in Your Attic

Common Signs of Asbestos in the Attic

Is Your Humidifier Hurting Your Home?

How to Prevent Your Pipes from Freezing

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