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When picturing roof damage, the average Rochester, NY homeowner imagines hail or other weather conditions as the chief culprit. Storms can prove devastating, of course, but they're only the beginning. Insects and small animals also cause their fair share of damage, as we explain below: Shingle Da...

A strong roof protects your home from the elements, but that's only the beginning. Because they cover so much surface area, roofs can serve as a landing spot for a variety of surprising items. The following are among the most unexpected: Catfish You've heard the expression 'raining cats an...

When you’re looking to either replace or fix the roof on your home, there’s a lot more involved than just choosing the right texture of shingles. Perhaps you’re looking into replacing your roof with a steel construction. A roofing system is a big project and if you want the best steel roofing pr...

Dealing with bees on your Rochester home’s roof can be a challenge. You can risk injury and allergic reactions if you attempt to remove those stingers yourself. However, you may also pose a risk to your home and family if you continue to let the bees nest on your home. What should you do to deal wit...

As our winters here in Western NY seem to grow more intense with each passing year, it’s becoming increasingly important to ensure that your home or property is in a position of withstanding whatever Mother Nature decides to dish out.  And regardless of whether it’s sub-zero temperatures, blizzard c...

From the infamous blizzard of ’66 to Hurricane Sandy in 2012, Rochester NY has seen some of the worst winter weather in the country. If you are a longtime resident, you’ve probably lived through some of the most extreme storms in the city’s history. As a newcomer, it’s wise to learn what to expect w...