Winter official starts in a few days. Is your roof ready for the high winds, heavy snows, freeze and thaw cycles ahead? Watch this video for some tips on getting your #1 Defense against the elements ready. Now is a good time to schedule a roof inspection to ensure that there are no possible leaks, […]
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5 Ways to Prepare Your Roof for Winter
5 Ways to Prepare Your Roof for Winter Dealing with a faulty roof is no fun any time of year. But trust me, winter is the worst of time to deal with roof leaks and damage. Freezing temperatures and a regular snowfall can turn even the smallest of leaks into a much bigger problem. Repairing […]
7 Fall Preventative Home Maintenance List
Fall is a good time to take care of your outdoor home maintenance needs before the weather turns and the days grow shorter. Performing a few simple chores before winter arrives can protect your home from storm damage and even save you money on your utility bills. Any veteran homeowner will tell you that fall […]
5 Safe Gutter Cleaning Tips to Keep Them Up to the Job
5 Gutter Cleaning Tips: Keep gutters clear of debris and well maintained to protect all aspects of your home. Faulty or clogged gutters can cause damage to your roof, siding and foundation. Follow these safe gutter-cleaning tips to protect your home. It is important to clean out and inspect your gutters twice a year to […]
How to Choose the Right Gutter Replacements for Your Home
When looking for gutter replacements for your home, consider the quality, curb appeal and durability when installing gutters, as well as price. The purpose of gutters: channel rainwater away from the foundation. When replacing gutters consider these factors: Rain gutters come in sectional or seamless options. Sectional gutters are pre-cut aluminum or vinyl segments and […]
7 Helpful Tips for Roof Replacement
7 Helpful Tips for Roof Replacement: A new roof replacement may be one of the most expensive home improvement projects you’ll do. 1) Hire a qualified roofing contractor: Skimping on the quality of your roofing contractor could cost you more money down the road. 2) Keep it Local: Just as any industry, the roofing industry […]
How to Handle Storm Damage to Your Home’s Siding
The weather in Delaware and the tristate area runs the gamut, from thunderstorms, hail and tornadoes in the warmer months to blizzards and nor’easters in the winter. These extreme storms can wreak havoc on your homes exterior. Wind and hail often cause extensive damage to siding. Last week we discussed how to handle storm damage […]
The Main Winter Roofing Hazard NOT to Ignore
Winter weather can be hazardous to humans on many levels. Perhaps the most costly and ignored hazard is the effect winter can have on your roof. A long harsh winter can cause far greater problems for a roofing system when homeowners fail to take some of the following specific steps to mitigate roof damage. Many […]
5 Safe Gutter Cleaning Tips and Tricks from Ferris Home Improvements
Many look forward to the fall months where cooler temperatures make for simple life pleasures such as pumpkin spice lattes, cheering on our favorite football team, watching the kids excel at their favorite sport, hayrides and bonfires. While fall is perfect time for many fun things, there are certain ‘must do’ fall chores homeowners face, […]
Five Ways to Prepare Your Home for the Coming Freezing Temperatures
Those of us at Ferris Home Improvements in Delaware realize that the Indian summer is just getting started and that winter is way off your radar. However, early fall is the perfect time to prepare your home’s exterior for the encroaching winter weather. The sunny days of autumn make the impending snow and cold weather […]