Tired of Replacing your Roof after 15 Years?

Tired of Replacing your Roof after 15 Years?

There’s a reason why asphalt roofing is losing the popularity contest. It just doesn’t last that long! Many homeowners expect to get 20 to 25 years out of a new asphalt roof but asphalt content in today’s shingles have fallen to an all-time low, which means lower asphalt content equals lower quality.  The quality of asphalt has gotten so bad that new shingles have began curling, cupping and shedding granules in just one year, and the asphalt shingle industry is in a panic trying to figure out how to keep fooling you. That is why metal roofs are gaining in popularity.

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Erie Construction contributes $3,800 to the Red Cross toward the victims of Hurricane Sandy.

Erie Construction contributes $3,800 to the Red Cross toward the victims of Hurricane Sandy.

Erie Construction, a regional home product and remodeling company headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, has pledged nearly $3,800 to the American Red Cross in support of East Coast communities rebuilding after Hurricane Sandy.

“Our thoughts go out to the individuals and families displaced by Hurricane Sandy, and we hope our contribution will help their recovery as they rebuild their communities and their lives,” said Patrick Trompeter, CEO and founder of Erie Construction, “we have a commitment to the communities we serve, and we hope to find more ways to help those in need in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.”

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Why Get Your Concrete Floors Acid Stained?

Why Get Your Concrete Floors Acid Stained?

After talking about how to make your kids bedroom look just wow, I have come up with something nicer… Acid Stained Floors!

Do you think that your concrete floors are the ugliest thing you could have? Are you already upset with those torn, dust-filled carpets? Get your floors stained – acid stained. The application that results in beautiful patterns by combining colors is being loved by all these days. Many home owners, builders as well as interior designers in the US are choosing them for creating awesome effects. The floors actually glamourize the entire home.

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Stop Low Ball Offers by Fixing your Roof

Stop Low Ball Offers by Fixing your Roof

When it comes to our current real estate market, I enjoy reading about the trends and patterns as much as possible. It’s always good to know as much as you can on this subject. This is especially true if you find yourself getting relocated and having to buy or sell in a pinch. When it comes to deal breakers, my realtor friend Debbie tells me, foundation issues, roofing issues, and outdated bathrooms are the “big three” that she sees most. The most common she says, is a bad roof. Not a good thing to have when desperate to sell your home.

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It’s not just the Interior of a Home that Matters

It’s not just the Interior of a Home that Matters

If you truly want to get top dollar for your house in this economy, real estate experts say you need to attract the buyers. To do this, you need to make sure the outside of your home is attractive. Think about it, if the outside looks a wreck, why would anyone want to see what the inside looks like? When it comes to home maintenance, the outside is just as important as the interior of your home. Whether your house is on the market or you just want to rev up its curb appeal, consider an exterior update for your next home improvement project.

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