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Gutter Hanger Spacing: A Small Detail With Big Consequences
Imagine two newly installed gutter systems; everything about them looks identical from the ground. From the color to the clean, straight lines, and how the gutters fit snugly against the roofline. But what you can't see is what's holding them in place. Gutter hangers...
More Than Just an Inch: Why Our Customers Love 6-Inch Gutter Systems
Getting new gutters involves more decisions than many homeowners first realize. Homeowners must choose colors, styles, and materials, not to mention a rain gutter company to partner with, before the work can begin. So when homeowners first hear they have an option for...
Every Roof Has Its Trade-Offs: What to Know About Metal and Asphalt Shingles
Homeowners looking for a new roof or a replacement are often surprised by how many options are available. If you are considering a new roof or replacement any time soon, you’ll quickly discover there isn’t one single “best” option for every home. Of course, most of us...
Nailing It Down: How Many Nails Should Each Roof Shingle Have?
Isn't it funny how the success of some of the biggest projects we face comes down to the smallest of details? Take a roof installation, for instance. Covering your home's entire square footage and protecting it from the harshest elements, a new roof has a big and...
From Gutter to Ground: How to Install Underground Drainage
Starting at the roof and ending at the downspouts, gutter systems quietly collect water and move it from the gutter to the ground, keeping the home protected from all sorts of problems. But sometimes, no matter how good the gutter system is, surface runoff can still...
Can Your Gutters Stay When Your Roof Goes?
Planning a roof replacement can be an exciting and overwhelming task for homeowners. From choosing a style to scheduling the project, homeowners often focus on the roof-specific details. But one part of your home’s roofline you may not have considered yet is the...
Why Ice and Water Shield Is Important in Michigan
It only takes one winter on Michigan's northwest peninsula to realize how harsh winters can be. Snow, ice, wind, and occasional thaws during these long months test every part of a home, especially the roof. For homeowners, preparing their roofs for these conditions is...
Is It a Red Flag When a Roofing Contractor Asks for My Budget?
It's probably safe to say most of us appreciate dealing with a straight shooter, someone who is willing to be blunt, upfront, and honest, especially when we have an important question. But when a roofing contractor asks you about your budget, right after assessing...
Three Miters, One Corner: Does the Miter Type Really Matter?
When homeowners begin the process of getting new gutters, they usually have the same questions. What’s better, seamless or sectioned? Who should I hire? And probably the most asked: how much is this going to cost? Then, after gathering a few estimates to compare for...








