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How to set up and care for your Christmas tree

You had a blast cutting your Christmas tree from a tree farm. You had a sleigh ride with your kids through the woods where you had the chance to see Santa Claus for a moment, or you think you had. You choose your perfect Christmas tree and are ready to decorate your tree but you are not quite sure where to begin. Here are some good tips and ideas on how to set up and care for your most amazing Christmas tree ever.

November 25, 2008 | Filed Under Christmas, DIY, Decoration, How to, Installation | Leave a Comment

How to replace faulty roof shingles

You have completed your 20 point roof inspection check list and you have discovered some cracked, curled or missing shingles, lots of fine gravel-like granule in the gutters, dark and bare spots on your roof. Your roof needs some maintenance work! Replace the bare, cracked, curled or missing shingles as soon as possible in order to prevent further damage to your home.

November 14, 2008 | Filed Under DIY, How to, Installation, Resources, Roof, Shingles, Water Damage | Leave a Comment

When to repair or replace a roof

Old Roof Do you believe that your roof should be replaced but you are not sure? You have already asked a roofing contractor and although he recommends you to replace the roof you are wondering if you can postpone this expenditure for some time? The rule of thumb is to repair when you can and replace when you must.

November 11, 2008 | Filed Under DIY, How to, Resources, Roof, Shingles, Water Damage | Leave a Comment

20 point roof inspection check list

Checklist Waiting for water stains to show up on your ceilings is not the best strategy when it comes to determining when your roof needs maintenance work. It will be very late and expensive! Water stains on your ceiling is, in most of the cases, sure indication that your roof needs lots of attention, the boards and the rafters are already rotten, attic insulation has deteriorated, mold may be present in your attic.
Get your roof ready for winter and avoid surprises! Who wants to fix his roof in the middle of the winter?

November 11, 2008 | Filed Under Basement, DIY, Hazards, How to, Installation, Prevention, Resources, Roof, Shingles, Water Damage | Leave a Comment

13 possible spots for your roof leak

Water Leak You have noticed water damage on your ceiling but you do not know how to locate the exact spot of a roof leak? A simple inspection of the roof usually reveals shingles missing from your roof or a damaged roof flashing but sometimes it can be difficult to locate the exact spot and the best thing to do is to climb up into the attic and look for signs of water damage on the underside of the roof deck.

November 11, 2008 | Filed Under Attic, Ceiling, DIY, Hazards, Prevention, Resources, Shingles, Water Damage | Leave a Comment

How to inspect your roof

Roof When was the last time when you inspected your roof? Some people inspect their roofs before winter sets in for good reasons. A neglected roof can cost much more than what would normally do if roof boards and studs have to be replaced or interior ceilings and walls repaired. The rule of thumb is to inspect either annually or bi-annually unless your area went through extreme weather events such as extreme heat, violent storms, large quantities of snow, etc. In these cases, inspecting your roof as soon as possible after the event can save you thousands of dollars.