Industry News

Would you be interested in having a blue-and-green roof? Multi-colored coordination from window shutters to siding and roofing is a hot trend right now. For example, contemporary homes with a nautical feel are likely to sport a blue and white color scheme with a little bit of red mixed in. This trend only goes to

Metal roofs are the embodiment of balance among other roofing materials. They offer a balance of durability and cost, making them a widely-used product in homes and buildings everywhere. Their shortcomings in one attribute, like any other roofing material, can be compensated by an advantage in another attribute. Just ask any Gahanna, Ohio roof repair

The blast of cold temperatures that has kept much of the East Coast frozen stiff throughout January has finally given way for warmer days ahead. An NBC4 article published January 21, 2014 provides an outlook for the weather in Central Ohio. CENTRAL OHIO -Storm Team 4’s Bob Nunnally says we are finally getting out of

This winter, one of the worst things that can happen to you is for your gutters to clog up and cause water to seep right into your home. Given the freezing weather, your clogged gutters will likely have been caused by ice dams, which are the result of melted snow refreezing into walls of ice

You’ve probably heard the saying “what you don’t know can’t hurt you,” and it can be true in many instances. When it comes to your health, however, it’s precisely the things you don’t know or see that will cause you the biggest trouble, like bacteria and viruses. What’s more, another threat might be lurking in

  Humans can live for weeks without food, days without water, but only minutes without air. While most folks aren’t worried about the latter item, not being able to breathe is a real concern for people who suffer from asthma. It’s concerning, then, that more and more people are developing this problematic respiratory disease, as

A commercial roof is typically low-sloped and expansive so it is not easy to detect signs of deterioration. While regular roof inspections keep your roof in tiptop condition, it also pays that you choose a roofing material that suits your locality’s climate. A reputable Columbus roofer is likely to tell you that when it comes

In today’s frantic world where the cost of energy rises as quickly as the atmosphere’s temperature, everyone is serious in finding ways to conserve energy. Fortunately, via simple means like installing skylights on your home, you’ll be able to effectively keep cool. Lee Wallender’s article for About.com discusses skylights, its benefits, and its easy yet

Disasters like storms and hurricanes bring out the best and worst of humankind. There will always be people who will open their hearts, their wallets, and their homes to welcome those who have been hit by misfortune, such as those whose homes have been severely ripped by nature’s act. There will also be those who

In days past, people associate metal roofing with noise, the constant barrage of rainfall on the roof on an especially stormy day. With recent roofing technology, metal roofing has all but resolved that old notion and has become, in fact, one of the most versatile of roofing materials. In color, style, and performance, metal is

In an article on The Columbus Dispatch dated October 13, 2013, correspondent Tino Ramos reports on the latest string of thefts terrorizing the city. Curiously, thieves are stealing precious metals off from equipment and housing parts to be sold on the market. The article expounds on the criminal activity:

The Deseret News website in its October 11, 2013 article discusses the importance of maintaining gutters. A gutter in poor shape will leave a roof vulnerable to water damage because of its inability to properly dispose of rainwater. The article touches on the importance of replacing gutters when old ones no longer serve their purpose.

Hazards of home repair: know when to call an expert, Arizona Daily Star, August 18, 2013 Dan Sorenson’s article on the Arizona Daily Star, dated August 18, 2013, warns about the dangers of DIY home repair. Specifically, he quotes statistics pointing to handyman falls as one of the leading causes of injuries and death in

Find your fixer-upper, gmnews.com, September 5, 2013 Erik J. Martin’s article for gmnews.com details how fixer uppers can be great and affordable investments, specifically in 15 cities as listed by RealtyTrac. Buyers can acquire inexpensive homes which they can then refurbish and sell off at a considerable profit. This potential, however, comes with a caveat:

An article on wsaz.com published last August 29, 2013 details the terrifying damage caused by a storm in the community of Ironton, Ohio. The winds were powerful enough to uproot several trees. Things do not look well for residents of the area, as the fallen trees crashed upon several houses, resulting in severe roof damage