Getting up on a ladder isn’t for the faint of heart. Especially as we age, we may approach tasks that require a ladder with a little uneasiness--and with good reason. Reaching our roof with a ladder can be dizzying and a little scary. In fact, ladders are more dangerous than many of us realize. They’re great tools but need to be used safely to prevent injury. Tis the Season for Pulling Out That … [Read more...]

Solar panels are hot. They’re popping up on houses large and small around Northern Virginia. When done right, solar panels are a great way to bring your energy costs way down and do your part to help our environment. But before you start looking at panels and installers, let’s take a good look at your roof. Your roof is where your solar panels will be anchored for more than 20 years, so it’s … [Read more...]

Let’s say you’re getting your roof repaired and your roofer tells you that you need to replace the flashing around the vent pipe. Do you know what he’s talking about or is he speaking a foreign language? More than any other home improvement field, roofing has a vocabulary all its own. And while you want to choose a roofing contractor who will educate you and walk you through the process, it’s … [Read more...]

What if there were a way to keep your house cooler in the summer and prevent ice build-up in the winter? It can happen and it doesn’t require magic--just a solid roof ventilation system. Like people, houses need to breathe. Our ancestors understood this, but it’s something builders seem to have forgotten about for a few decades. As we relearn how houses function, we’re more aware of the important … [Read more...]

Is it just us or does Northern Virginia seem to be getting windier? It seems like every week there’s a new storm or microburst complete with downed trees in the road and roof shingles flying. This has many of our neighbors thinking about roof replacement and wondering when is the best time to replace their roof. DryHome is ready to help you with roof replacement decisions at any time of year, but … [Read more...]

If you’re looking to sell your home, aging or missing shingles are a definite turn-off. They can make an otherwise charming home look worn out and unattractive. A fresh new roof does wonders for curb appeal. It also gives buyers a sense of security when your roof passes inspection with flying colors. In fact, Remodeling magazine’s annual cost and value survey (which looks in depth at which … [Read more...]

They may be cute, but squirrels and other creatures can wreak havoc on your roof, gutters and attic. As they scamper around your house and onto your roof, they could be looking to find a new, dry home for themselves – in yours! Read on to find out what to look for and how to prevent it. What Kind of Critters Should I Look Out For? There are a number of animals that can pose a threat to your … [Read more...]

Warm weather. Allergies. April showers. That’s right – it’s spring in Northern Virginia. At this time of year, many of us get the urge to do some serious spring cleaning and yard work. But there’s one more thing you should add to your spring to-do list: cleaning up your roof. Winter can be harsh on a roof, and it’s important to give it some TLC to keep it in tip-top shape. Cut Back … [Read more...]

Lyme disease has personally impacted DryHome owner, Steve Gotschi. One of his family members has been battling this disease for more than 12 years. Nine years ago, to try and help others avoid a similar situation, Steve founded LoudounLyme. This past year, with a location move outside of Loudoun, the name has been changed to FinishLyme, This 5K and 1K Fun Run is held annually in Northern … [Read more...]

Besides having the best name ever, sun tunnels are one of the hottest trends in lighting. To give you a better sense of what they do, they’re also called tubular skylights, another wonderfully descriptive term. They use new technology to bring natural light into any room without electricity--even rooms where windows and traditional skylights aren’t an option. Bright, beautiful sun tunnels can … [Read more...]