Posts by DesignLoud
How to Transfer an Owens Corning Warranty and Other Warranty Basics
Whether you’re buying or selling a house, one topic that comes up frequently during real estate transactions is warranties. From appliances to floor coverings, warranties provide peace of mind to both the current homeowner and the new home buyer.
Read MoreSpring Cleaning Guide
Spring cleaning is a great way to get outdoors and take advantage of the beautiful weather. That’s right–it’s not all about staying stuck inside cleaning out your closet. Exterior spring cleaning gives you a chance to prepare for summer, assess your property and make repairs before hurricane season. Plus, spring cleaning your yard makes it more inviting for your kids and pets to play or your neighbors to come over for a barbecue.
Read MoreUltimate Guide to Spring Cleaning – Indoor Checklist
Unpredictable Wilmington weather and erratically fluctuating temperatures can only mean one thing: it’s time for spring cleaning. You’re emerging from your winter hibernation, and the 70-degree days dotted between frosty mornings are motivating you. Using this spring cleaning checklist can help you direct that motivation toward a productive outcome.
Read More2022 Exterior Trends
What’s new in exterior trends for 2022? Warmer colors. Natural lighting. Earth-friendly materials. And a lot more. The prognosticators predict that 2022 will blaze new paths toward making residential and commercial buildings more attractive and efficient.
Read MoreHiring a Contractor
Have you heard about a “Chuck in a Truck?” That’s a name often given to an itinerant contractor who may not be licensed and probably lacks insurance, but who may knock on your door and offer to do repairs. “Chuck” may stop at your home, especially after a major storm offering to repair your roof.
Read MoreLabor Day Appreciation
From the roofer standing atop a house hammering in the hot sun, to the carpenter double checking her measurement before sawing the board, to the landscaper planting bushes in the yard, we pause this Labor Day to say thank you for all the hard work.
Read MoreLien Basics
Anyone who has worked in construction in any capacity has probably heard of a lien but few people know what they are and even fewer people understand what they do. We occasionally have to lien properties to protect payment. We’re glad to say it doesn’t happen a lot, and many times it is not even the homeowner’s fault. In today’s post, we’re going to discuss what a lien is, what it does, and why they are useful tools for contractors. We will also cover what to do if you have a lien placed on your property.
Read MoreMetal Roofing Basics
Known for their durability and beauty, metal roofs are a perfect choice for many homeowners, and the variety of styles and colors allow them to resemble other roofs in the neighborhood. A residential metal roof can look like a shingle, tile or slate roof, an investment that will pay off in its 50-plus-year life span.
Read MoreThree-Tab vs. Architectural Shingles
Here at Patriot Roofing, we love shingles and we love to talk about the different kind of shingles. We can totally nerd out about shingles. Just ask our salespeople their favorite style and color and you might be in for a two-hour debate.
Read MoreDo I really have to pay my insurance deductible
We get it, at some point, someone has told you that some contractors will eat the deductible so that you don’t have to pay anything out of pocket. But here’s the problem with that, in almost every situation it is wrong. It is almost always morally, ethically, and sometimes even legally wrong. And in some cases, it is insurance fraud. First, let’s cover the basics.
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