Beyond The Shingles: A Look Inside a High-Performance Roofing System
From the outside, a roof appears as a layer of shingles. However, there is a lot going on inside of a high-performance GAF roofing system. Homeowners need to consider all components of the roof to get the best value, including parts that are hidden from sight. Let’s take a look beyond the shingles. What makes […]
2020 Cost vs. Value: Insider’s Guide for New England Homeowners
It’s that time of year again! Remodeling’s new 2020 Cost vs. Value Report is live, and we have all of the information you need to make smart decisions on energy-efficient home improvements this year. The Cost vs. Value report is released each year, showcasing the remodeling projects that give the best bang for your buck. […]
New England Roof Inspection Checklist: Spring Edition
Now is the perfect time to protect your home—your most significant investment. It is important to evaluate the state of your home and more specifically, the state of your roof. High-quality spring roof installations can make a big difference in your home’s appearance and performance! An underperforming roof can result in multiple problems this spring […]
The Exterior Guide to Energy Savings in 2021
No matter the time of year, many New England homeowners are concerned with saving energy in the home. Frigid winters and sizzling summers can cause energy bills to skyrocket to the tune of hundreds of dollars. If you’re feeling the pinch and wondering how you can begin saving energy in the home, this guide can […]
How to Tell if Your Roof is Damaged (And When it’s Time to Replace)
Your roof takes a significant impact from the elements every day of the year, ranging from intense heat to freezing rain. A damaged roof can pose plenty of problems—some big, some small, but they must be addressed before an insignificant amount of damage turns into tremendous trouble. These are a few obvious (and not so […]
What are the Most Important Components for Roof Replacement in New England?
While we don’t think a lot about our roof until we experience leaks or high energy bills, the truth is that it is a very important part of your home. It protects your family from the elements, lowers energy bills, and also impacts indoor comfort. While you only see shingles on the outside of your […]
The 3 Dangers of Leaky and Outdated Roofs
A leaky and outdated roof is more than just a minor inconvenience. Whether we’re dealing with summer downpours or winter snowstorms, ominous dangers lurk just around the corner with old roofs. Before you decide to forego roof replacement for another year (or more), consider the following: Danger #1: Blown-off Shingles Over time shingles can lose […]
How to Prevent Mold with Exterior Remodeling Upgrades
Mold is a scary word to most homeowners. Searching for ways on how to prevent mold typically turns up with cleaning products and solutions, but exterior remodeling upgrades are highly effective at keeping mold from growing inside and outside of your home. How Does Mold Grow? To understand how products such as replacement windows, vinyl […]
What is the Best Time of Year to Replace Windows? Spring Edition
If you are searching for the answer to what is the best time of year to replace windows, you’re likely wondering if one season is advantageous over the other. The truth is that each season provides great reasons to replace your windows! Since windows are installed all year long, let’s see what makes spring window […]
The New England Guide to Keeping Your Home Efficient, Safe & Beautiful
At Coastal Windows & Exteriors, we believe in the importance of keeping your home efficient, safe and beautiful. Taking time each year to clean, inspect, and maintain your home is a great way to keep things in order. These are the top items that should be on your annual home maintenance checklist. Window Replacement Rainy […]
