Home Exterior Color Trends For 2022

Your home’s exterior color can set the tone for the rest of the design, both inside and out. If you’re not in love with the current color scheme of your house’s exterior, it may be time for a change. 

If you’re looking to give your home a color update that’s on-trend for the new year, we have a couple of suggestions for you to get you inspired: 

Going Green

Green isn’t just for your landscaping anymore! Similar to interior design trends, shades of green are becoming increasingly popular for home exterior elements. However, there are two green hues that have been getting the most attention: Olive and forest green. Olive green is inviting, earthy, and allows various shades of accent colors to pop. Deep forest green is unique, warm, and chic, ensuring your home stands out from the neighbors. 

Warm Whites

Homeowners have always loved a crisp and bright white home that gives them the perfect backdrop for exciting architectural elements, landscaping, and decorations to draw your eye, but that’s starting to change – slightly. Becoming more popular are warmer whites and light beige tones to allow for a nice clean look, but a home that’s more soft and welcoming. A creamy, warm white is the perfect neutral to set the stage for a beautiful-looking home. 

Don’t Be Afraid To Go Dark

Dark shades of gray, blue, and even black continue to be a popular choice when reaching for a moody tone to color a house’s exterior. Like last year, more and more homeowners are opting for dark siding, where they can use bright accents to make certain areas of the house pop. This technique is certain to increase your curb appeal!

Contact Landmark Exteriors for siding or roofing inspections, repairs, and installations!

The experts at Landmark Exteriors are here to help ensure your home’sroofing system and siding looks great and functions properly for years to come! Give us a call at (203) 838-3838 or visit our website to learn more.

How To Remove Ice Dams

Icicles hanging off the side of your home may be a beautiful sight to see after a snowstorm, but in reality, you don’t want them on your house. That’s because the same conditions that create these icicles also make ice dams – thick ridges of ice that build up along the sides of your roof. 

Why are Ice Dams a Problem? 

Ice dams are dangerous for you and your home – they can fall off suddenly and hurt anyone below it or cause damage to your roofing system and more. Dams can tear off your gutters, loosen shingles, and create holes in your roof, leading to leaks. This damage can be seriously costly and lead to even more issues. As a homeowner, it’s important to look out for these ice dams and have them removed as soon as you can. 

How To Get Rid of Ice Dams

Trying to hack away at the ice dams with a hammer, chisel, or other tools of your choice can damage your roofing without you realizing it. Throwing ice as well may sound like a good idea, but it can do more harm to your plants below than the ice dams themselves. 

If you’re looking to get rid of formed ice dams hanging off your roof to avoid damage, we have a couple of ideas for you. Use these methods to get your ice dams removed from your roof quickly:

  • Blow cold air in – If there are active leaks due to the ice dams, take a fan into your attic and aim it at the underside of the roof where the ice is melting. 
  • Rake it off – Use a long-handled roof rake to pull off the snow and ice hanging off your roof. Make sure you are standing safely on the ground, away from where the snow will fall. 
  • De-icing – Make your own de-icing product by taking a spare pantyhose or stocking and filling it with a calcium chloride ice melter. Then, lay your newly crafted de-icer onto your roof so that it crosses the ice dam and slightly overhangs your gutters. 
  • Hire professional help – The best and safest way to have your ice dams removed is to call a team of professionals for help, likely a local roofing contractor. They’ll be able to remove the ice dams and spot any signs of damage that will need to be addressed. 

Contact Landmark Exteriors for siding or roofing inspections, repairs, and installations!

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

5 Winter Roof Maintenance Tips

5 Winter Roof Care Tips 

This winter season, be sure not to forget about your roof! Snowy weather can bring some extra wear and tear to your roofing system, so it’s important to keep an eye out and keep maintenance on your mind during the cold weather months. 

Here are some tips for caring for your roof throughout winter:

1. Get a Professional Roof Inspection

The best way to be certain your roof is in tip-top shape is to call your local roofing company for a thorough inspection! A roofer can evaluate the condition of your roof (whenever you need it throughout the year) to ensure everything is in proper working order. If there are any issues, they can recommend the necessary repairs and assist you in getting them done.  

2. Trim Back Trees

Don’t be left with regret: trim your trees back whenever you can. Tree limbs and branches can fall off during any season, but winter weather can be particularly hazardous. Overhanging trees can fall onto your roof, causing all kinds of damage, so avoid this problem by having your trees trimmed back.

3. Check The Flashing

Over time, your roof’s shingles can become loose and warped, which can signal issues with your flashing. With improper flashing, snow and ice can move and enter your roofing system, causing leaks and damages. Make sure to get any issue fixed as soon as possible. 

4. Remove Snow

Snow sitting on a rooftop can be a recipe for disaster – especially if more snow is on its way. The heavyweight on the roof can lead to serious damage if it becomes too much. Sitting snow can also lead to ice dams, which are also very dangerous. 

Ice dams are created from melted snow that then refreezes and becomes ice. Those massive icicles hanging off your home may look pretty, but you don’t want to leave them there! Not only are they hazardous to you if they fall off, but they can damage your gutters and roof, leaving you with costly leaks.  

5. Keep an Eye on Your Attic

The condition of your attic is directly linked to your roof! Proper airflow in your attic ensures your roof stays protected. If your attic space is poorly ventilated or insulated, your roofing system may be exposed more to the harsh winter elements, allowing for issues like ice dams to grow. 

After inspecting your roofing system, go into your attic, check for sufficient insulation and ventilation, and get any needed work done soon.  

Contact Landmark Exteriors for roofing inspections, repairs, and installations!

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

How to Care For Your Siding During Winter

Winter weather can be harsh on your home’s siding, which is why, as a homeowner, you need to do your part to protect it! When you give your siding the care and attention it deserves, it can stay looking great and functioning properly for much longer. 

From the team at Landmark Exteriors, here are some important tips to help ensure your home’s siding is well protected this winter season:

Vinyl Siding

Vinyl siding is considered a homeowner favorite for its ease of maintenance. But with these tips, you’ll help your vinyl siding last longer than expected and prevent damages:

  • Don’t handle installs in the cold – If you need to install some new vinyl siding, do it in the spring and never in the cold weather to avoid siding expansion. 
  • Rinse and clean – Before winter, it’s best to give your siding a nice rinse down to remove any dirt, grime, or mildew. If you’re trying to remove stains, use a gentle soap or specialized siding cleaner.

Wood Siding 

More and more homeowners are choosing wood siding for their homes for its classically beautiful appearance and durability, but it requires regular care to ensure it stays in good shape. 

  • Visual inspection – It’s crucial to keep an eye out for any concerns, especially during winter. Excess moisture from snow and ice leads to rot and wear and tear, which will need to be repaired. 
  • Treat the wood – To help the wood withstand all the excess water and moisture, seal the wood siding with a stain, sealer, or paint. A fresh coat should be applied at least every two years for the best results and protection.
  • Get repairs done quickly – If there are any loose, rotten, or warped siding boards, don’t hesitate to get repairs done quickly, or the problems can worsen and be more costly.

Fiber Cement Siding 

Fiber cement siding is well known for being incredibly durable and weather resistant, but this type of material can benefit from some extra TLC before and during winter to help it stay in its best shape: 

  • Give it a paint job – Painting fiber cement regularly is important to help it last long, especially if you notice any fading. 
  • Check the caulking – Water damage from all the snow and loss of heat inside your home can occur if there are any damages or gaps in the caulking, so be sure to check this regularly and get any issues fixed. 

Contact Landmark Exteriors for siding inspections, repairs, and installations!

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