When it's time to select a new roof for your home, there's a slew of specific details to consider. One vital detail to explore is the type of climate that houses your property. A home in a dry, arid desert climate has different needs than a property in a mountainous region with varied weather conditions. Here's what you need to know about choosing a roof ideal for your climate.
It's no secret that our planet could use a little TLC. Global warming, which is caused in part by human-created carbon emissions, is causing extreme weather conditions, melting polar ice caps, rising sea levels, and the disruption of the natural habitats of many species of animals.
Did you know that up to half the energy you use to heat or cool your home escapes through walls, windows, and your attic? Not only does this cost you money in the form of high utility bills, it's also bad for the environment!
When the temperatures soar, so does your electricity bill. Running your AC practically non-stop to keep you cool in the hot Vegas summer requires lots of power. In most homes, heating and cooling account for more than 50% of the energy used. If you’re looking to save money on your electricity bill this summer, here are some energy efficient ways that you can beat the heat.
To ensure your roof achieves its full lifespan, it's a smart decision to hire a professional to handle all your maintenance-related tasks. Your roof should also have an exhaustive annual inspection that can detect any issues before they turn into costly repairs or cause lasting damage. Check out a few of the benefits associated with hiring a pro roofer to regularly inspect and complete any necessary roof maintenance tasks.
Humans have been trying to stay warm or cool for as long as we have existed. In fact, it’s one of those things that will never change, and the fight for cool or warm temperatures continues to this day. However, unlike the cavemen days, there is a lot more technology and expertise available to make your home comfortable than just a fire or a door or shutters. This technique is called insulation, and the idea is simple; to keep the temperatures indoors at optimum levels, regardless of what it is outside. If your home is like an icebox in the winter or an oven during the summer, it’s most likely because of bad, or not enough, insulation.
So, you think you’ve done everything you can to gain the upper hand over your summertime cooling bills. You’ve caulked and sealed. You’ve insulated. And you’ve ventilated.
So, what on earth is that First Quality Roofing & Insulation crew doing across the street, spreading what appears to be white paint on your neighbor’s roof? What does he know that you don’t?
He knows that while it may look like paint, that cool roof coating may represent his last best chance to cool down his roof, reduce his energy bills and probably extend the lifespan of his roof.
Earth Day is right around the corner, and many people are taking the opportunity to start thinking about doing their part to take care of the planet. While reducing your plastic use is usually the first thought, composting kitchen scraps is actually one of the most effective ways to reduce waste.
A well-maintained property can last for decades. Insulation is one key maintenance factor in your home. Proper insulation has an "R-Value", which defines heat-deferral potential.
In addition to greater comfort within your home and reduced energy bills, deferring heat impact through high R-value insulation increases property value. Various types of insulation include:
Who hasn’t accidentally broken a lightbulb while trying to remove it from the socket? Next time you replace a broken or burned-out bulb, here are some simple, effective tools you can use to safely remove the base that’s stuck inside the socket:
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