How To Know How Much Snow a Roof Can Hold Before It’s Too Late
New Jersey roofs are designed to withstand the elements. They need to be strong enough to survive, year after year. Whether it’s winter, spring, summer or fall, high winds and other extreme events routinely assault residential roofs. In the winter, nor’easters sometimes dump massive amounts of heavy, wet snow on area rooftops. Proper protection of […]
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Roof Leaks?
Homeowners insurance policies cover many forms of roof damage that are the direct result of winter weather. These policies cover roof damage caused by what insurers call a “covered peril.” Common examples are fire, wind and hail. As Allstate says regarding this policy, “it typically helps pay to repair sudden, accidental damage.”
How Much Snow Can a Roof Hold?
A proper New Jersey roof must support its own weight, the weight of a possible second layer of shingles and heavy snow/ice accumulations. Ideally, it will also have the strength to resist large branches that might strike it.
5 Insurance Roof Replacement Questions to Consider
It is a real shock when extreme winds or other forces damage your roof. Insurers refer to them as “covered perils.” Hail and fire are other examples. Sustaining roof damage is a jarring experience for a homeowner. One day, you’re enjoying the comfort and security afforded by your roof. The next, you’re in a full-blown […]
Your Insurance Roof Replacement Questions Answered
When high winds, hail or fire damage your roof, it’s time to act without delay. Unfortunately, this may lead to hasty decisions that can prove costly. The key is to do two things right away. First, call your agent. Second, get a reputable roofing contractor involved. At first, most homeowners think about a couple of […]
The Most Commonly Asked Insurance Roof Replacement Questions
When you have insurance roof replacement questions of any kind, you want answers you can trust. Some agents and the insurers they represent are trustworthy, and they mean well. However, no one can assess a roof’s condition quite like an experienced roofing specialist can. By contrast, insurers ask their adjusters to assess all types of […]
A Guide to Window Installation for Your NJ Home
Window installation for your NJ home need not be a hassle. Take a step-by-step approach whether you need one window or many.
The Best Siding Contractors in North NJ Offer These Services
When the time comes to invest in new siding, a NJ homeowner faces a key decision. Who should you hire to install it? Keep in mind that you’ll rely on the chosen contractor to install new trim and housewrap as well. You might also add insulation board, replace soffits or update shutters.
10 Things to Ask the Siding Contractor for Your NJ Home
An investment in new siding should not be taken lightly. New Jersey homeowners are more confident when they get the right answers to important questions.
When is the Best Time for House Power Washing in NJ?
When is the best time for house power washing in NJ? Many homeowners do not make it a point to arrange for cleaning services once or twice a year instead they install new siding or a new roof, but that is not necessary. They might focus on one area of the home, like the roof […]
