What are Snow Guards?
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Living in the DMV (District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia) area means dealing with various weather conditions throughout the year. Winters here often bring heavy wet snowfall that can accumulate on roofs and pose potential hazards. Snow guards play a crucial role in preventing accidents and protecting your property below, we will explore how. Protecting Against […]
When A Storm Hits – 5 Things You Can Do to Protect Your Roof
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Storms are among the most common causes form of roof damage. While the harm caused by raging winds, hail, thunder, and heavy rain cannot be entirely prevented, there is a lot that homeowners can do to help their roof survive with minimum damage. Here are some tips how: Checking and cleaning the roof surface – […]
How Winter Storms Can Be Destructive To An Older Home
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Houses built today must comply with strict safety and health codes. On the other hand, old houses, although they have a lot of charm and character, are much more prone to safety issues – which may range from old and fragile roofs to problems related to the electrical installation, or poor staircases. Hazards related to […]
Tornado Season Is Over, What To Check For Before Winter Takes Hold
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The end of the tornado season and the arrival of the cold season is the perfect time to do a thorough checkup of your home, just to make sure that it is ready to protect you properly during the winter. Check the thermal insulation Inspect your windows and doors and, if they do not close […]