Winter Window Replacement Checklist: How to Save Energy During Another Bone-Chilling Winter
Winter Window Replacement Checklist: How to Save Energy During Another Bone-Chilling Winter Alongside icy forecasts for the 2024-2025 winter season, energy rates are surging. Electricity costs are up by 6% and natural gas has increased by 24%. The key to staying warm while managing costs lies in a winter window checklist. From double pane windows […]
Ultimate New England Ice Dam Guide: How to Prevent and Remove from Your Roof
New England Ice Dam Guide -Signs and Solutions Ice dams are a homeowner’s worst winter nightmare, turning the charm of snowy rooftops into costly chaos. These icy barriers form at the roof’s edge, trapping water and leading to problems like leaks, structural damage, and even mold. Table of Contents Ice Dam Prevention: Protecting Your Roof […]
What to Know About La Niña Winter in New England
Table of Contents As La Niña 2024 shapes this winter’s forecast, it’s clear that protecting your home from unpredictable weather is essential. Upgrading your exterior not only enhances energy efficiency but also safeguards your home from the elements year-round. From preventing ice dams to reducing energy bills, the right siding, windows, and roofing systems provide […]
New England Vinyl Siding Checklist for Winter Protection
Table of Contents Caring for your home exterior in the winter doesn’t need to be complicated. Whether its foam-backed vinyl, James Hardie Fiber Cement or Everlast Composite Siding, it’s all about keeping your home warm and ready with a winter home exterior. According to Farmer’s Almanac, strong storm tracks are coming through our region throughout […]
The Energy-Saving Home Fall Maintenance Checklist for New England Homeowners
The Energy-Saving Home Fall Maintenance Checklist for New England Homeowners As the temperatures start to drop, a fall checklist for homeowners can help you prepare for the brunt of fall and the colder winter temperatures. We want to help you protect what matters most this season, allowing you to enjoy a cozy home with lower […]
Roofing in Winter: Warning Signs that Your Roof is in Need of Home Exterior Remodeling
Roofing in Winter: Warning Signs that Your Roof is in Need of Home Exterior Remodeling A sound roof is essential during the winter months here in New England. From extreme cold to snowstorms and freezing rain, winter can be tough on roofs. That’s why it’s important to take steps to maintain your asphalt roof during […]
Why Are My Energy Bills So High?
This Article Will Discuss: Energy Rates Spike Up To 85% — Even with a mild winter, New Englanders struggle to pay their energy bills. Get Help with Energy Bills this Winter Season With Our Tips Below From groceries to gasoline, inflation is making our pocketbooks feel lighter in almost every sense. Energy bills are spiking […]
Fall & Winter Extended Weather Forecast: Brace Yourself For Hibernation! Winter Ready home exterior maintenance!
Fall & Winter Extended Weather Forecast: Brace Yourself For Hibernation! Winter Ready home exterior maintenance! Some areas are expected to experience frequent snowfalls, followed by bitter arctic air and record-low temperatures. Forecasts predict the first ‘bite of winter’ will arrive earlier than last year with frigid cold. Therefore, it’s time to act now—read on to […]
Worry-Free Winter Installation: What to Expect with Cold Weather Window Installation
Worry-Free Winter Installation: What to Expect with Cold Weather Window Installation Did you know we install all winter long? Winter, Schminter! We have our Winter Worry-Free Installation Program for full peace of mind. Many New England homeowners are in need of new efficient windows, siding, roofing, and entry doors due to old products, drafts, leaks, […]
How Do Ice Dams Form?
Ice dams form when… your roof is poorly insulated and ventilated, allowing your attic and roof to heat up and melt snow that has collected on your roof. When the snow on your roof melts, it trickles down and freezes back into ice, typically at your home’s soffit (the underside of your eaves) or by the […]
