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Leaf-clogged Gutters Can Cause $1000’s of Damage!

By Kim Cox: The leaves are falling! That means it’s time to start your yearly leaf cleanup… Leaves in your yard are obvious because you can see them… but there’s also one more important item on your Maryland home you need to check out. And yet, it’s often overlooked. It’s…

ABC’s of Roof Replacement

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By Kim Cox: Every now and then, someone asks me what steps are needed to replace a roof… safely and correctly, so it will last as long as it should without problems. So if you’ve ever wondered what’s involved, I’m going to answer it right now, in a condensed and…

Vinyl siding that’s energy-efficient AND beautiful?

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By Kim Cox: Yep… it’s true! Bet you didn’t know that Certainteed’s Cedarboards ™ insulated vinyl siding is a great option for your Maryland home… Adding insulated siding to your home is like wrapping it in a comfortable weatherproof blanket – keeping your home cooler in the steamy summers and…

Consumer Alert for Maryland Home Improvement Customers

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By Kim Cox: Maryland consumers now have more time to cancel a door-to-door home improvement contract… Courtesy of Maryland revised HB 439! If you’re a Maryland resident, and plan on hiring a roofing, window, or siding contractor… Then this important law change may apply to you. Effective June 1, 2016, …

Mounting solar panels on your roof: Crucial questions you should ask

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If you’re considering solar power for your Maryland home, then you should check out this important article. Mounting solar panels on your roof requires drilling many holes in your roof and must all be sealed properly to prevent leaks No doubt… Solar energy is becoming more and more popular and…

‘Tis the time for spring cleaning and home maintenance…

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Phew… Did we have some serious snow this winter or what? Personally, I hope it’s done ’till next year. But now spring has arrived here in Montgomery County, it’s time to take care of your home. Do your gutters look like this? Spring cleaning is a traditional (though not always…

Will excessive humidity destroy your roof this winter?

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By Kim Cox: You may not know this… Even in the dead of our Maryland winters, normal activities such as cooking, showering, and laundry send large amounts of humid, moisture-laden air escaping right into your attic. But too much moisture in your attic is a very bad thing. (more…)

Heavy snow on your roof creates dangerous, costly ice dams

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By Kim Cox: Blizzard Warning issued for MD and D.C.! I’m sure you’re keenly aware of the impending blizzard headed this way… It’s being reported as historic, with 1-2 feet of snow predicted in Maryland, and the Washington, DC area. It’s gonna get bad, and I want you to stay…