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22 May Spring Checklist for Your Roof
Although winter in the Chicagoland region may seem endless, spring is right around the corner. If you want your home to be properly prepared for the summertime, it’s best to get a head start on ensuring that your roof is ready to handle the warmth, rain, and wind that the summer brings. After all, winter weather can take its toll on your roof, and even if there aren’t any obvious problems with your roof, the National Roofing Contractors Association recommends that you perform a simple roof checkup every fall and spring. Here at Aspen Exterior Company, we’re your local Palatine, IL roofing company, and our expert roofers are here to help ensure that you roof is ready for the summer. Here’s a list of things that you should check before the weather gets warm.
15 May Fiber Cement Siding vs Vinyl Siding: What are the Differences?
Most people thinking of house siding as a strictly aesthetic entity. What these people don’t realize, however, is that siding actually serves a functional purpose; namely, it prevents heat, cold, and moisture from seeping into your home. In essence, it’s important that your siding is strong and intact.Perhaps your current siding is approaching its demise, and you’re looking to install new siding? If so, you’ve got a number of options to choose from.Two of the more popular types of siding are fiber cement and vinyl. Wondering which type is best for you? Read on to discover the differences.
08 May 4 Signs that You Require Door Replacement in Hoffman Estates
Most of us take doors for granted. We open and close them so many times that they just seem to be a given. What we don’t think about is that doors are subjected to a great deal of wear and tear.Eventually, regardless of what a door is made of, it will begin to lose some of its functionality. How do we know when a door has reached this point? By looking out for some signs.Here are 4 signs that you require door replacement in Hoffman Estates.
25 Apr Common Causes of Roof Damage
Here at Aspen Exterior Company, we pride ourselves on building dependable roofs that will serve our customers well for years to come. No matter how great of a new roof we build though, homeowners still need to be on the lookout for damage. Small problems can become large ones quickly. So it pays to know some of the common causes of roof damage and what you, or your local Palatine roofing contractor, can do about it.
23 Apr 5 Signs Your Roof Needs to be Replaced
Many people don’t think about the roof that’s over their head until it has a leak. Sometimes a roof can reach the end of its useful life without experiencing any visible damage, so it’s not always easy to tell when it’s time for replacement. While a roof tends to have a lifespan of 20 to 25 years, it’s best not to wait until water is pouring through the ceiling to replace it. According to the National Roofing Contractors Association, homeowners should perform a regular roof inspection every spring and fall. Here at Aspen Exterior Company, one of our Arlington Heights, Schaumburg or Palatine expert roofing contractors can let you know when it’s time for a new roof. Here are five signs that you should give us a call.
17 Apr Tips for Cleaning Your Interior and Exterior Windows
When you're showing off your home, your windows are one of the most important parts of it. That's why we offer so many stylish new vinyl and wood window options here at Aspen Exterior Company. We make it easy to find windows that match the style of your home, but once we've installed new windows you have a little bit of work to do.You need to keep those windows clean. It's probably the first part of the house many people may notice, so you want them to make a good first impression. That means no smears, smudges, or cloudiness. A dirty window also means less sunlight getting in, which can be especially bad for your mood during the winter months in Arlington Heights, Schaumburg and Palatine. Scheduling at least two major cleanings for all of your windows each year is a great idea. Fortunately, we have some tips that can help you ensure that your new windows look great inside and out when you're all done.
05 Apr How to Know When It’s Time to Replace Your Windows
At Aspen Exterior Company, we have the expertise needed to help you replace your windows when new windows are needed. We offer many kinds of windows and a few different installation methods. We're confident when we say that we can help you, no matter what you're looking for.How do you know when you're in need of new windows though? Fortunately, there are a few signs that you can pick up on. If you notice any of these things, it might be time to give our window installation experts a call.
26 Mar 5 Reasons to Opt for a Siding Replacement in Arlington Heights
Though exterior housing components are designed to hold up admirably through years and years of use, there will come a time that they no longer adequately serve their purpose. This is true of your roofing, this is true of your windows, and this is true of your siding. Nothing on your home is immune to physical deterioration.
