Not a day goes by that I don’t see an ad for a metal roof and a common question I get is, “are metal roofs a good idea”? The straight answer is, “it depends”. But before rushing out to buy a metal roof you should go into it with the knowledge of whether it makes…
Read MoreWhat does due diligence and research really mean when it comes to home improvements? There are times, that after we show our customers how we can make the building sciences improve their homes, and do it for an affordable price, they say they need to do their due diligence and some research. In an era where…
Read MoreIf you’re the type of person who likes to improve yourself or your projects each time you do one, you’ll appreciate our approach. Building Better explains how we do things — every project, like every class or seminar, is an opportunity to improve. We ask ourselves, how could this have been done better? Skepticism toward…
Read MoreA good professional company can often do a complete tear-off of a roof and put the new roof on in the same day, but there are limitations and you should know what they are going into your project. Factors that can take longer Factors that speed things up Simple rooflines — every roofer loves a…
Read MoreTesla, the car manufacturer, is now making roofs but they are light on details. Consumers should approach this with cautious optimism and make sure they ask questions. Here are a few that should be on everyones list: Who will install and service the Tesla roofs? We know that Tesla plans to have their own techs…
Read MoreRoof raking can damage your shingles and if you’re a roof raker, it’s time to climb the ladder to inspect what damage has been done. It’s understandable that many people go into panic mode when they hear of widespread water infiltration in the winter caused by ice damming. Home improvement shows scare folks about the weight of snow…
Read MoreThe first thing you should know is that there is no such thing as an honest “ballpark” estimate. There’s no easy answer but here’s a few things that might help you. Here’s what an installation company is looking for: Identify the location the block will be put in. Basement Bathroom Identify the purpose of the block. Privacy Security…
Read MoreWhat is causing the trim on the bottom of my house to get bent and knocked off? The photos tell the story. If you look closely you’ll see that your builder used a piece of custom bent aluminum which he adhered over a piece of foam on the bottom. That piece of trim is meant to…
Read MoreCedar roofs were once the norm prior to the manufacturing of asphalt shingles. In older parts of the City of Milwaukee we find a lot of cedar hiding under layers of asphalt shingles. There’s really only one way to verify with any degree of certainty whether your roof has cedar shingles. Look in the attic.…
Read MoreTraditionally, storm doors were used in northern climates because the primary door was inefficient. A storm door created an additional barrier from high winds. With today’s foam-filled, energy-efficient doors, storm doors are obsolete. So why do people still use them? A false sense of security The worst reason to purchase a storm door is for…
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