How Proper Attic Insulation Helps Your Roof

What are the Benefits of Attic Insulation?

When you’re a homeowner, there’s a chance you have a running list of everything you need to do to keep your most prized possession — your home —  afloat for the years to come. And while an attic is usually an afterthought in most cases, it should be front and center on your list — along with your roof. 

That said, if you have not had insulation installed in your home’s “bonus space” or the current insulation has seen better days, here’s why you should consider having it installed or reapplied by a trusted professional.

Extends the Lifespan of Your Roof

Let’s cut to the chase: Having proper insulation in your attic will help extend the lifespan of your roof. This is possible because home insulation acts as a barrier between your humble abode and the elements. And since your roof gets the brunt of the proverbial stick from Mother Nature, the space needs all the help it can receive to reduce the likelihood of a problem from occurring.

Insulation in your attic, when installed properly, will help save the underside of your roof from condensation. Unfortunately, more times than most, when an attic is insulation-less, condensation can cause wood-rot — and that’s only the start of an unfortunate series of element-related events for your roof.

Protects Your Roof From Harsh Elements

Remember how we discussed that insulation could prevent condensation from forming in your attic? Well, it can also prevent ice dams from forming on your roof. When heavy, melting snowfall refreezes in the evening, that’s when an ice dam starts. However, insulation in your attic will help keep the heat present and lessen the possibility of ice dams forming.

Now, in the summertime, your roofing materials may begin to deteriorate if heat begins to rise to your roof. Luckily, having the proper attic insulation in place will prevent that from occurring. Additionally, insulation will also help keep your home cool and cut energy costs in half; you’ll find yourself tampering with the thermostat on your central air conditioner less often!

Contact Landmark Exteriors for roofing inspections, repairs, and installations this fall season!

The experts at Landmark Exteriors are here to help ensure your home’s roofing systems look great and function properly for years to come! Give us a call at (203) 838-3838 or visit our website to learn more.

Winter Damages To a Home’s Exterior to Watch For

The winter weather never fails to be intense and can wreak havoc on the outside of your house. As a homeowner, it is important to know how exactly the cold temperatures and ice can cause damage and concerns. Here’s what to look out for this winter season:

Snow and Ice on the Roof

Winter weather takes a toll on your roofing system. The continual condensation and freezing process can lead to loosening and broken shingles and leaks, especially if your roofing system has been inspected recently or properly maintained.  

Ice Dams 

Those icicles, also called ice dams, hanging off the side of your roof may look beautiful, but they are very dangerous and not a good sign. The heavy ice weighs on your gutter system and can easily cause breaks. Water will also build up because there is nowhere for it to safely flow away from your home and can cause damage. Keep an eye out and carefully try to melt or break the ice dams when they appear.  

Siding Damage 

Your siding is a crucial layer of protection for your home during the winter months, making it vulnerable to damages from cold temperatures and storms. Some signs of damaged siding include warping, paint peeling, mold, mildew, and rot. Be sure to address any issues as soon as possible before they persist and worsen.

Walkways and Driveway Cracks

The cold can also cause problems for your walkways and driveway. Ice can create cracks in the concrete, and asphalt and salt can wear the surfaces even further. These cracks can lead to algae growth and leave openings for melted ice to seep into and then refreeze and grow. These spots will require dilling and the removal of any moss or algae that has developed.    

Contact Landmark Exteriors for roofing inspections, repairs, and installations this fall season!

The experts at Landmark Exteriors are here to help ensure your home’s roofing systems look great and function properly for years to come! Give us a call at (203) 838-3838 or visit our website to learn more.

5 Questions To Ask When Hiring A Roofing Contractor

Every home needs a quality roof, so when it’s time for a replacement or some repairs to be done, make sure you have only the best handling the job. 

Every home needs a quality roof, so when it’s time for a replacement or some repairs to be done, make sure you have only the best handling the job. 

Landmark Exteriors has been helping homeowners care for their roofing systems for more than two decades. When hiring a roofing contractor, these are the important questions to ask: 

What type of roofing do you do?

Not every residential roofing company can install and repair all roofing materials. There are plenty of popular roofing materials that homeowners opt for, including asphalt shingles, cedar, slate, metal, and more that all require their own expertise to work with. Make sure the company you’re contracting is an expert in your desired roofing material.  

Do you have references from previous jobs?

It’s important to hire roofers with experience and reputable references. Be sure to ask for some information and photos of previous jobs they’ve worked on. A reliable roofer will have a list of people they’ve worked with to use as a reference. If you do reach out to any of those references, be sure to ask if there were any problems while working with the roofers and, if so, what they did to resolve the issue.  

Do you have insurance and the appropriate licensing?

Your roofing contractor should have insurance that will cover any damages to your home in case of a problem, so don’t be afraid to ask to see the documentation for yourself. As well, they should have all the appropriate licensing on state, city, and county levels that ensure they are meeting every qualification. You can double-check with your local licensing office that their license is up to date and there are no outstanding violations.  

Do you offer a warranty?

Ask what their warranty policy is and what exactly will be covered. Most warranties last a year, but others will last even longer. Be sure also to see if an extended warranty will raise the cost of the overall job.  

Do you use subcontractors at all?

If the roofers outsource work to other subcontractors, it’s best to know this ahead of time and make sure they are also experienced, licensed, and have insurance. They should also be able to tell you the name and address of these subcontractors. 

Contact Landmark Exteriors for roofing inspections, repairs, and installations this fall season!

The experts at Landmark Exteriors are here to help ensure your home’s roofing systems look great and function properly for years to come! Give us a call at (203) 838-3838 or visit our website to learn more.

Every home needs a quality roof, so when it’s time for a replacement or some repairs to be done, make sure you have only the best handling the job. 

Landmark Exteriors has been helping homeowners care for their roofing systems for more than two decades. When hiring a roofing contractor, these are the important questions to ask: 

  1. What type of roofing do you do?

Not every residential roofing company can install and repair all roofing materials. There are plenty of popular roofing materials that homeowners opt for, including asphalt shingles, cedar, slate, metal, and more that all require their own expertise to work with. Make sure the company you’re contracting is an expert in your desired roofing material.  

  1. Do you have references from previous jobs?

It’s important to hire roofers with experience and reputable references. Be sure to ask for some information and photos of previous jobs they’ve worked on. A reliable roofer will have a list of people they’ve worked with to use as a reference. If you do reach out to any of those references, be sure to ask if there were any problems while working with the roofers and, if so, what they did to resolve the issue.  

  1. Do you have insurance and the appropriate licensing?

Your roofing contractor should have insurance that will cover any damages to your home in case of a problem, so don’t be afraid to ask to see the documentation for yourself. As well, they should have all the appropriate licensing on state, city, and county levels that ensure they are meeting every qualification. You can double-check with your local licensing office that their license is up to date and there are no outstanding violations.  

  1. Do you offer a warranty?

Ask what their warranty policy is and what exactly will be covered. Most warranties last a year, but others will last even longer. Be sure also to see if an extended warranty will raise the cost of the overall job.  

  1. Do you use subcontractors at all?

If the roofers outsource work to other subcontractors, it’s best to know this ahead of time and make sure they are also experienced, licensed, and have insurance. They should also be able to tell you the name and address of these subcontractors. 

Contact Landmark Exteriors for roofing inspections, repairs, and installations this fall season!

The experts at Landmark Exteriors are here to help ensure your home’s roofing systems look great and function properly for years to come! Give us a call at (203) 838-3838 or visit our website to learn more.

How To Handle A Roofing Emergency

Unfortunately, emergencies happen — which is why it’s so important to be prepared for the unexpected! Leaks open up, tree limbs fall, and more can harm the well-being of your roofing system when you least expect it and cause serious problems. 

Unfortunately, emergencies happen — which is why it’s so important to be prepared for the unexpected! Leaks open up, tree limbs fall, and more can harm the well-being of your roofing system when you least expect it and cause serious problems. 

From the roofing experts at Landmark Exteriors, here’s a step by step guide on how best to handle a serious roofing emergency:

Don’t panic.

The first step when a roofing emergency arises is to remain as calm as you can. If you’re panicking, it won’t be easy to assess the situation properly and start correcting the problem. It’s also possible the damage looks a lot worse than it really is, and your roofers will be able to fix everything good as new.  

Minimize damage and project as best as you can.

The next thing to do is minimize the damage to your interior as best you can. If there is water leaking, add buckets and tarps to the space to protect the area and then keep your distance. If there is a tree protruding, make sure everyone clears the area and stays away. Do not try and do any repairs yourself.  

Contact your insurance company.

As soon after the damage occurs as possible, give your homeowner’s insurance company a call to explain what happened. Unexpected roof damages can be expensive to repair, but your insurance may cover repairs, hotel costs, and more to help you while the situation is addressed. Your insurance will send an adjuster to inspect the damages and determine the value of your claim. 

Contact an expert roofing team. 

Along with your insurance company, it’s crucial to get in touch with your local roofing experts. They’ll come to your home quickly to assess the damage and develop the best plan of action to fix your roofing system.  

Trust the professionals and keep yourself safe. 

It may be tempting to try and fix the problem yourself, but it’s important to let the professionals do their job. Your focus should be on keeping you and your family safe and assisting the professionals in any way they ask. 

Contact Landmark Exteriors for roofing inspections, repairs, and installations this fall season!

The experts at Landmark Exteriors are here to help ensure your home’s roofing systems look great and function properly for years to come! Give us a call at (203) 838-3838 or visit our website to learn more.

Unfortunately, emergencies happen — which is why it’s so important to be prepared for the unexpected! Leaks open up, tree limbs fall, and more can harm the well-being of your roofing system when you least expect it and cause serious problems. 

From the roofing experts at Landmark Exteriors, here’s a step by step guide on how best to handle a serious roofing emergency:

  1. Don’t panic.

The first step when a roofing emergency arises is to remain as calm as you can. If you’re panicking, it won’t be easy to assess the situation properly and start correcting the problem. It’s also possible the damage looks a lot worse than it really is, and your roofers will be able to fix everything good as new.  

  1. Minimize damage and project as best as you can.

The next thing to do is minimize the damage to your interior as best you can. If there is water leaking, add buckets and tarps to the space to protect the area and then keep your distance. If there is a tree protruding, make sure everyone clears the area and stays away. Do not try and do any repairs yourself.  

  1. Contact your insurance company.

As soon after the damage occurs as possible, give your homeowner’s insurance company a call to explain what happened. Unexpected roof damages can be expensive to repair, but your insurance may cover repairs, hotel costs, and more to help you while the situation is addressed. Your insurance will send an adjuster to inspect the damages and determine the value of your claim. 

  1. Contact an expert roofing team. 

Along with your insurance company, it’s crucial to get in touch with your local roofing experts. They’ll come to your home quickly to assess the damage and develop the best plan of action to fix your roofing system.  

  1. Trust the professionals and keep yourself safe. 

It may be tempting to try and fix the problem yourself, but it’s important to let the professionals do their job. Your focus should be on keeping you and your family safe and assisting the professionals in any way they ask. 

Contact Landmark Exteriors for roofing inspections, repairs, and installations this fall season!

The experts at Landmark Exteriors are here to help ensure your home’s roofing systems look great and function properly for years to come! Give us a call at (203) 838-3838 or visit our website to learn more.