If you notice window drafts in summer in Massachusetts, do not assume the problem can wait until winter. A warm breeze, hot spots near a window, humidity, or rooms that never seem to cool evenly may all point to air leaks around the window frame, sash, trim, or...
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August Roof Maintenance: Prepare Your Massachusetts Roof for Fall Rain and Wind
A pre-fall roof inspection in Massachusetts helps homeowners find loose shingles, damaged flashing, clogged drainage, and early leaks before autumn rain and wind make those problems worse. August is an especially useful time to schedule this work because summer storm...
Storm Damage Inspection Massachusetts: What to Check After Heavy Rain
A storm damage inspection Massachusetts homeowners complete after heavy late-summer rain can reveal problems that are easy to miss from inside the house. Wind-driven rain, clogged gutters, falling branches, and saturated ground can affect your roof, siding, windows,...
Hardie Board Siding Problems: What Massachusetts Homeowners Should Watch For
Hardie board siding problems are not common when the correct product is installed properly, but Massachusetts homeowners should still know which warning signs deserve attention. Fiber cement siding is designed to perform well in demanding climates, yet incorrect...
Roof Shingle Granule Loss: When It Means Your Roof Is Wearing Out
Have you noticed dark, sand-like particles collecting in your gutters, at the bottom of downspouts, or along the edge of your driveway? Those particles may be roofing granules. A small amount of roof shingle granule loss can be normal, especially on a newer roof or...
How to Tell If Your Deck Framing Is Still Safe
Your deck may look fine from above while the structure underneath is beginning to fail. Deck boards, railings, and stairs are easy to see, but the framing below—the posts, beams, joists, ledger board, fasteners, and footings—is what carries the weight of people,...
