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Benefits Of An Attic Ventilation Inspection

June 10, 2019 by Chad Muth

The benefits of an attic ventilation inspection can help identify opportunities to help you save money on your energy bills.

When your rooms are stuffy or humid, you can tell you lack ventilation. In these cases, you can open the window or turn on the ceiling fan and your problem is fixed.

Lack of attic ventilation can be elusive when it’s located in the attic. After all, you rarely go up there. And when you do, it’s usually only for a short time. But when you leave, problems persist.

Effects of poor attic ventilation include:

Structural damage of floors/walls/joists
Increased ice damming on your roof
Mold and rust from excess moisture
Lowered energy efficiency

If your attic isn’t properly insulated and ventilated, the amount you will spend on heating and cooling will be much higher.

On a hot 90-degree summer day, the temperature of an improperly ventilated attic can peak at 160 degrees. That heat continually radiates down into your home. This will make your air conditioner work harder in the summer.

Hot, moist air will also prematurely age roofing materials. How? Condensation will form in the attic. This will lead to mold and mildew growth.

If you think your attic is a problem area, call the Columbus, Ohio professionals, Muth and Company Roofing, for an energy efficiency inspection.

An energy efficiency inspection from Muth and Company Roofing service includes the following:

Calculating the R-value of your existing attic insulation.
Examining the exhaust and intake attic ventilation system.
Inspecting exhaust and intake vents for obstructions.
Checking all other fans and vents to make sure they are working properly.
Ensuring gable vents are properly screened or closed off.
Inspecting ceiling can lights for proper protection in the attic.

After the attic ventilation inspection, our Muth and Company Roofing team will present you with a complete report.

This will include recommendations for improvements that will help your home stay cooler in summer, warmer in winter and extend the life of your roof.

Start saving on monthly energy costs. Call the Columbus, OH roofing professionals Muth and Company today at (614) 882-0900 to schedule your complete attic efficiency inspection. We’re the Columbus, OH roofing contractors homeowners and business owners have trusted since 1992.

A Strong Roof During Spring Storms

May 27, 2019 by Chad Muth

When it comes to frequency of severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hail, the states in the Midwest have it quite bad.

Ohio residents are no strangers to extreme weather conditions. Make sure your home can stand up against nature. Start where it matters the most – your roofing system.

The best way to withstand severe weather is to make sure your home is in tip-top condition.

As the roof is often the most vulnerable part of your house, you should make sure it is properly installed. Muth & Co. Roofing suggests repairing vulnerable areas like missing shingles or broken eaves. When it’s needed, replace an old roof with a new one to improve your home’s protection.

When it comes to fortifying your home against inclement weather, it is best to let experts do the work. Muth & Co. Roofing can give you the assurance you need. We have the technical expertise and tools to make your home more resistant to wind, rain and hail.

Call us at 614-882-0900

Fix That Sagging Gutter

May 20, 2019 by Chad Muth

Storms, especially the ones that are accompanied by strong winds, are some of the most damaging a homeowner can experience.

They can knock down everything in their path and cause further damage all around. This can happen to any vulnerable part of your house, like your gutters.

They can easily start to sag, damaging your siding or foundation when other objects come in contact. Fixing this problem can be fairly easy; here are some simple steps to follow:

1) Get up on a ladder near the sag; wear safety gear and take the steps slowly to avoid accidents. Remember to have a ladder buddy with you.

2) Using a pry bar, straighten bent spikes by pushing the gutter up.

3) Remove the nails with locking pliers and a hammer; when trees or branches fall on your gutters during storms with strong winds, the spikes will need replacing.

4) Replace damaged spikes with new threaded gutter spikes. Place epoxy or wood slivers into the nail hole before replacing the spike.

Although these things might sound simple to experienced individuals, it’s still a risk to try fixing your gutters by yourself. You can avoid putting your home and yourself at risk by calling the professionals at Muth & Co. Roofing.

We install seamless gutters that are manufactured from a long, continuous piece of metal, with the seams at the corners. This greatly reduces the possibility of leaks and sagging. We use our forming machine to create each seamless gutter segment on-site.

Plus, we also use hidden hangers which blend into the gutter for a clean look, and space them closely together to increase stability so you won’t ever have to worry about sagging during bad weather.

Find out more by giving us a call at 614-882-0900.

Selling Your Home In A Buyer’s Market

May 13, 2019 by Chad Muth

Even in ideal market conditions, it can be difficult to at ease when you’re entering the real estate industry as a seller.

But with Ohio following the trend like other states in the country, selling in Columbus definitely sounds like a good move to make.

Selling a home always comes with needed home home improvements. Not only does home improvements make your home look more contemporary, it also has another benefit. The additional value of home improvements to a property lessens the time between listing your home and sealing the deal with a buyer.

If roofing is on your list of home improvements before selling your home, make sure that you’re working with trusted names in the industry.

Muth & Co. Roofing has been installing high-quality roofing systems homes in Central Ohio for more than 20 years now. Aside from having the distinction of an A%20 rating, and being a Better Business Bureau accredited roofer, we also have been receiving excellent reviews years.

Want to hear it straight from homeowners who have previously worked with us? Check out our testimonials page – there are plenty of people who can attest to how they got more value on their home because of our services.

Preparing your home to sell, and need roof repairs or a new roof? Call us at 614-882-0900.

Is That Roofing Company Legit?

May 6, 2019 by Chad Muth

Scams are widely known practices of thieves.

Yet a lot of people still fall for them.

Some scams are just so elaborate and enticing that people who are desperate enough will easily believe. It’s important to do background checks on any company you’re looking to hire, especially for any home improvements you are planning. Simply checking their website (if they have any) won’t be enough; you need to be hands-on to be sure. Here are some methods on how to do a thorough background check on a company:

1) Search for an address or a landline number. One way of knowing a company is a sham if they don’t have an office or any means to contact them. A website domain and email are easy to create. Having a way to talk or meet with them directly can assure you that you’re dealing with a real company.

2) Search for the company name on Google. Look for information, reviews and feedback from their past clients if there’re any.

3) Check the Better Business Bureau. Probably the best way of knowing is to check for trusted affiliations.Protect your investments from fraudulence especially if it’s big like roofing repairs or new roof installation. You want a company that is rated A+ by the Better Business Bureau.

Call Muth & Co. Roofing today for a free estimate on your roof, gutters, skylights and a lot of other home improvement features. 614-882-0900.

We have certifications that prove that we’re one of the most trustworthy roofing companies in Columbus, Ohio. We have the experience, education, guarantee and most of all, the reputation so you won’t ever have to worry about being scammed.

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