Home sellers can look forward to getting better returns on their investments this spring, as local real estate markets are finally looking up. The market index score put together by the National Association of Home Builders/First American recorded a jump from 0.86 last April to 0.88 this month. These numbers cover 59 metropolitan regions in the country, including Detroit.
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Avoid Roof Collapse: Call Reliable Roofing Companies in Michigan
Mar 24, 2014
Your home’s first line of protection against the weather is the roof. Many homeowners are not aware of the benefits of having a resilient cover over their heads but there are many things to consider. If you invest in a long-term solution, you can avoid this type of situation from happening to your home: Two industrial facility roofs near the …
Read MoreDome Roofs to Benefit From Materials Michigan Roofing Companies Offer
Jan 14, 2014
The geodesic roof design, more commonly known as dome roofs, is stepping out more into the limelight as more home and construction design experts recognize its advantages. As natural calamities become stronger each year, more resilient structures are required, not only to protect properties but also to save lives. With this trend, therefore, it does not seem all too farfetched …
Read MoreJustifying the Costs of Energy-Efficient Windows for Detroit Homes
Jan 10, 2014
If energy-efficient windows are a must for the evolving home, then why haven’t they taken over the market yet? The answer is price. The Pacific Northwest National Laboratory in Richland, WA conducted a test on two windows installed in two prefabricated houses. One window has a triple-pane window, while the other has the usual aluminum frame. The result of the …
Read MoreAvoid Expensive Repairs with a High-Quality Detroit Roofing System
Dec 10, 2013
A story from Worthington, Ohio serves as a reminder that roofing jobs need to be done reliably or else they will incur even greater expenses in the long run. The Worthington Community Center requires approximately $1 million in roof repairs alone as estimated by a roofing consultant who identified multiple leaks, molds, and cracks on the relatively-new roofing system. According …
Read MoreSwitch to Vinyl with Wood Window Replacement in Detroit, Michigan
Nov 19, 2013
An article appearing on the Inland Valley News website dated November 7, 2013 discusses the danger of molds on wooden windows. Molds can feed off from the wooden frames of windows, particularly those that remain moist due to condensation caused by air leakage problems. The article highlights how this problem may be solved: The Florida Solar Energy Center reports that …
Read MoreLocal Roofing Companies in Michigan Can Help Reduce Maintenance Woes
Nov 17, 2013
The Pueblo Chieftain website recently featured an article which discusses home improvement projects that can reduce maintenance issues. On roofing, the article has this to say:
Read MoreSkilled Window Companies in Michigan Can Help Add Style to Your Home
Nov 16, 2013
An article on the Chicago Tribune website dated November 11, 2013, talks about the beauty of octagon windows. An uncommon shape among windows, octagon frames are very decorative and make great additions to any home. The article suggests several places where homeowners can install these types of windows:
Read MoreRely on Roofing Companies in Michigan for Thorough Roof Inspections
Nov 15, 2013
Michigan is among the U.S. states that are practically synonymous to harsh winters. This year seems to be no different. For this reason, it is recommended that locals have their roofs inspected to spot problems early on and prevent those problems from becoming worse once winter reaches its peak. In an article for Leader-Telegram, Rich Duerkop explains how a home …
Read MoreInstalling Vinyl Windows in Detroit Can Ensure Better Home Insulation
Nov 14, 2013
Detroit is known as one of America’s coldest cities during the winter, and locals have to depend on their heating systems for warmth. To optimize these systems’ efficiencies, however, it is important to retain the heat from furnaces or heat pumps inside the homes, and block out the cold air from outside. Mildred Gaddis offers some tips on how to …
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