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There’s a long checklist of things to look for when you’re searching for your next home. Making sure the roof is in good condition is one of the most important, but it’s also the easiest to overlook because many of the potential problems are out of sight. But when you walk up to a property,… Read more »

If you invest in real estate properties, you know how every cost has to be figured out down to the percentage of returned profits. Professionals measure everything from the closing costs to the cabinet handles and have a tight checklist for getting things done. Whether you’re buying investment properties for the first time or you’re… Read more »

One of the most challenging and important components of a well-built school is the roof. Due to its complexity, it’s definitely something that you’ll want to get right the first time. There are many factors that should go into the decision making process, such as longevity, durability, sustainability, and cost. The key to a successful… Read more »

When most people think about property, they generally imagine one building per piece of land. One home on a lot, one office building or shop per landscaped business property. However, despite this common misconception, a surprising number of both residential and commercial properties include more than one building, sometimes even more than five or six. Many… Read more »

For most business owners, the roof of your commercial building is about the furthest thing from your mind. You have inventory, customers, services, and overhead to worry about and roofs, for the most part, take care of themselves. The fact of the matter is that while commercial roofing is designed to protect your building for… Read more »

Whether you’re looking to fix up your roof or have an entirely new one built, choosing a roofing material is the biggest decision you’ll have to face. With all of the different materials that you’ll have to pick from, you may find it hard to narrow it down. Asphalt is one material that you should… Read more »

When the time comes to replace your home’s roof you will have a variety of options to choose from, which can be overwhelming for many homeowners, particularly if they have never had their home’s roof replaced before. Amongst the most common options homeowners pick from when having their roofs replaced are asphalt shingle and tile… Read more »

In recent years, white single-ply commercial roofs have become increasingly popular. However, it is understandable that some wonder if it’s just as good to stay with the traditional heat-absorbing black roof in colder climates. Let’s see what Dr. Thomas Taylor, Executive Director of Building Science at GAF, says on the subject. Taylor suggests that there… Read more »

When you look at your roof, what do you see?  Think you have an issue?  We’re going to give you some tips on how to spot the real problems that can signify needing a replacement, and what might just need repairing. Here’s what to look for: Shingles in any kind of bad shape.  They should… Read more »

If you’re deciding between types of siding in Minnesota, you should do your research. Each type of siding has different pros and cons, and you’ll have to decide which issues are most important to you. You have many options to choose from, including vinyl, insulated vinyl, fiber cement, wood, metal, and fiberglass. Here’s some more information on… Read more »