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High Wind Water Damage
Here's a new technique to protect your house from water damage during high winds. Once the plywood roof sheathing has been ... |
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Ladder Work
Here are some tips that will make working on a ladder easier. Use elastic cords to secure a small plastic basket to the top of ... |
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Lightning Protection
Installing a lightning protection system is not a do-it-yourself project, but it is very important in protecting your home ... |
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Photovoltaic Shingles
A new concept in solar power, photovoltaic shingles, can help protect your home from the elements while generating ... |
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Prefabricated Chimney Rain Caps
Prefabricated chimneys for heating systems, and for fireplaces, are equipped with rain caps to keep rain water from entering ... |
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Preventing Mold
Because today's new houses are built to allow less air infiltration than older homes, mold growth has become a concern. ... |
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Re-roof Nailing
Re-roofing is an opportunity to retrofit your home to prevent wind and water damage. After removing the old roof covering, ... |
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Repairing Water Spots
Here’s another great tip from BobVila.com.
Water spots on ceilings and walls aren’t just unsightly—they can be a symptom of ... |
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Roof Types
The type and shape of the roof on your home can help determine how well it will perform during a severe windstorm.
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Roofing Contractor
When hiring a roofing contractor, the lowest-bidder is not always the best for the job. Roofers with good insurance, good ... |
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Roofing Failure
The number one cause of problems with roofing products is faulty installation and the leading installation problem is ... |
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Roofing Options
When it's time for a new roof, you've got a lot of new choices these days, many of which will last more than 50 years. New ... |
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Roofs and Hurricanes
Regardless of your roof type, hurricane straps are designed to help hold the roof to the walls. Ask your builder to install ... |
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Rubber Slate Roof
Rubber slate can be a good choice when re-roofing a Victorian. Made from the same material as car bumpers, rubber slate can ... |
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Securing a Roof
Loss of the roof causes the greatest amount of damage during hurricanes. Construction techniques have been developed for ... |
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Shingle Fix
When repairing smaller tears in roof shingles, apply a thin bead of roof cement both under and over the tear, then smooth out ... |
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Shingle Installation
When installing roof shingles, do not nail above the sealant strips or the mid-section of the shingle. |
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Strong Roofs
How you put the roof together is just as important as the materials you use. When framing and sheathing the roof, for example, ... |
