If you see water stains on your ceiling near or above a fireplace, and you know your roof isn’t damaged, you may need to inspect your chimney flashing. Notorious for leaking, chimneys let water into your home in a variety of ways, the most common of which is through the metal flashings.
What is Chimney Flashing?
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Even when a storm produces no rain or hail, your roof can still sustain damage. Strong winds can create stress points on a roof that, over time, can weaken and become compromised. While roofs are designed to resist typical wind loads, they can be incrementally damaged over the years by high winds and debris carried by the wind. Replacing missing … [Continue reading article...]
Sterling, Va.-based company, DryHome Roofing & Siding was recently honored as Residential Roofing Contractor of the Year by Roofing Contractor magazine. The prestigious title is bestowed once a year on the contractor that embodies specific characteristics such as superior customer service, community involvement, and a rewarding work … [Continue reading article...]
Fall is here and that means windy autumn days and big storms. It’s a good time to check on the health of your property’s trees, especially those that are near your home. The National Storm Damage Center says that trees that are damaged by severe weather cause more than $1 billion in property damage in the United States each year.
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Finding out that your roof needs to be replaced or repaired can be troubling for many homeowners. Dealing with insurance claims, talking to adjusters and making sure you get reimbursed for all covered damages is a daunting process. Many homeowners are simply unsure about how to file a claim, where the process can be problematic, what types of … [Continue reading article...]
