Ask Your Roofing Contractor These 6 Questions Before You Sign the Dotted Line
It’s a homeowner’s worst nightmare— After months of dealing with unresponsive project managers, construction delays and crew members who leave trash on your lawn, you…
Can I Get A Tax Credit for Installing New Windows?
Can I Get A Tax Credit for Installing New Windows? That depends. But signs point to yes! Installing new windows and doors? Don’t leave…
The Ultimate Guide to Asphalt Shingles: Choosing the Best Option
There’s a good reason why asphalt shingles are the most popular choice for homeowners in Eastern Iowa—they’re cost-effective, versatile and can easily stand up to…
Winter Roofing Woes — And the Short & Long Term Solutions
Nothing works harder than your roof. It keeps everything inside your home safe and dry. It protects you from Iowa’s harsh winter weather. And it’s…
Protect Your Home Exterior with Our Winter Maintenance Checklist
Expert tips to help you prepare for Iowa’s tough winter weather. If your home could thank you, it would! We all set goals for ourselves…
When the Storm Passes: How to File an Insurance Claim on Your Home Without Breaking a Sweat
Thunderstorms in the early fall and late spring bring the risk of hail to east central Iowa, posing a major threat to homeowners. Whether it’s…
Get The Moss Off Your Roof & Keep It Off
It’s important not to let moss take over your roof. Moss holds moisture, and if left untreated on your roof, it will eventually start to…
Ice Dams and How to Prevent Them
What is an ice dam?A ridge of ice that forms on the lower areas and/or edges of a roof. Ice dams can form when there’s…
Your Windows Might Be Overworking Your HVAC System
Recently a friend mentioned that he thought his HVAC system was on the fritz. He called his HVAC repairman to take a look but was…
After the Storm – Navigating the Insurance Claim Process
We often get questions about the process of filing an insurance claim, getting payment from your insurance company, and getting the repairs taken care of.…