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Are you spotting icicles forming on your gutters and at the edge of your roof? This could be a sign that an ice dam is forming on your roof! Keep reading to learn more about this winter roof issue and what to do if you spot one!  What is an ice dam?

2022 is coming to a close, and we all have hopes for what the New Year will bring. Putting effort into home maintenance can benefit your home's appearance and your wallet! These essential home maintenance steps can be done year-round to keep your home in excellent condition!

Preparing your favorite Thanksgiving foods beforehand isn’t the only thing you should prepare before the holiday. You should also ensure that your home is safe and ready for guests!

The lifespan of a well-maintained roof should be anywhere from 20-30 years. However, this decreases with roof damage. Roof damage can occur in several ways, but the weather is often the main culprit. A damaged roof can decrease your odds of selling and lead to even more damage in the future.

If your home was hit by severe weather this summer, who knows what might be lurking on your roof! Blisters, hail damage, curling, or missing shingles… or worse, hidden roof leaks. A roof in need of repair can look spooky and cause scary problems.

Everyone loves a spookily decorated house during Fall. Not only can you put fun blow-ups, statues, and lights around your yard, but you can also spook up your roof. The critical thing to remember is to be safe when decorating.

The world is constantly changing, and it’s our job to help preserve it as much as possible. Making your home eco-friendly can seem overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Start with small steps and incorporate bigger ones to help reduce your carbon footprint over time.

The beginning of September is a sign that summer is coming to a close. The leaves will soon change, and the weather will cool down. The first day of fall is September 22nd, so you need to start thinking about how autumn affects your home, both inside and out.

Check out our recent feature in the Beloit Daily News where we cover the in's and out's of hail damage repair for Wisconsin homeowners. 

When planning on selling your home, it is common to wonder what you could do to increase its value. One of the most valuable investments you could make is a new roof. Based on a national average, a new roof can increase your home by $12,000!