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If you don’t know much about metal roofing, you might not think of it as an energy-efficient roofing option. In fact, it’s one of the best! A metal roofing system can even help reduce your annual energy expenses by an impressive 40%. Let’s take a look at what makes metal such an excellent roofing material.

While curb appeal is undoubtedly a huge factor when it comes to getting a good price for your home, keeping your house and landscaping neat and in good repair also shows pride of ownership, contributes to the beauty of the neighborhood and can even deter criminals. Many curb appeal projects are quick, easy and relatively […]

With their bushy tails and cute faces, squirrels can be a lot of fun to watch as they scramble up tree trunks and leap from branch to branch. But that cuteness wears off quickly when they start invading your home, causing damage to electrical wires, roofing materials, support beams and anything else they can get […]

Every summer, home improvement gurus come out with scores of lists of different summer maintenance projects that “must” be done to ensure that your home and property stay in good working order. While these projects are certainly good ideas, they come at a time when most homeowners just want to relax, go to the lake […]

If you are a home or business owner, an annual roof inspection is an important aspect of maintaining your roofing system. If you forget to schedule it, however, it’s not going to do you much good. One way to take care of this problem is to make your annual inspection a back-to-school tradition. As kids […]

All around the world, technological advances continue to contribute to the development of products that help save us time and money, make our lives easier, and reduce our impact on the environment. This is true in the roofing industry as well. At Muth and Company Roofing, we pride ourselves in staying informed about industry best […]

If you have had a new roof installed recently, the last thing you expect is to have a failing roof anytime soon. Unfortunately, if you chose the wrong roofing contractor, you could end up facing this all-too-common scenario. Here are four mistakes that inexperienced or unethical roofers sometimes make that could cause an early roof […]

If you have a roof leak, it’s essential to take care of it promptly in order to prevent costly roof repairs down the road and more easily pinpoint the problem. Wait too long and the water will spread, making it much more difficult to determine exactly where the leak originated. Inspecting your roof regularly will […]

When it comes to curb appeal, it’s important to pay attention to your roof. The sheer size of the roof makes it one of the first things people notice about your house, whether it’s guests visiting or potential homebuyers if you’re trying to sell. A roof that looks old is a definite turn-off and can […]

As an integral part of your gutter system, downspouts need to be situated carefully for maximum effectiveness. It can be hard to know exactly how many you need and the optimal spots to place them, but as a general rule of thumb, your gutters should have one downspout every 30-40 feet. There are, however, exceptions […]