The best part of the holiday season is being able to spend more time with family and friends, especially those you may not get to see often throughout the rest of the year. While many homeowners take care to clean and declutter the house and tidy up the guest room, they sometimes neglect to prepare […]
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Did you know that one of the most frequent complaints to the Better Business Bureau concerns companies in the roofing industry? Homeowners are so often unfamiliar with roofing best practices. And roofing is such a large investment. Combine these two with hiring an inexperienced contractor to do roof work and the chances of a scam
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An annual roof inspection is an important aspect of maintaining your roofing system. If you forget to schedule it, however, it’s not going to do you much good. One way to take care of this problem is to make your annual inspection a back-to-school tradition. As kids across the area head back to class, hire
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If you have had a new roof installed recently, the last thing you expect is to have a failing roof anytime soon. Unfortunately, if you chose the wrong roofing contractor, you could end up facing this all-too-common scenario. Here are four common roofing installation mistakes that inexperienced or unethical roofers sometimes make that could cause
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Knowing how the roof repairs process works will help ensure that your project runs as smoothly and as efficiently as possible. As mentioned earlier, roof repair is a complex and sometimes expensive job, so it should be done right the first time. Here are some of the things you should expect during the roof repairs
You’ve decided on hiring a roofing contractor to repair your roofing system, but before you plunge into the project, ask yourself first: Do I actually need to have my roof repaired? One important factor to consider is the right timing–you’ll need to make sure that repair really is the best solution to your system’s issues
Should you handle roof repairs yourself? A lot of homeowners today choose to go DIY when it comes to home upgrades in an effort to save money. Or so they think. While the idea of DIY may be tempting, it’s also likely that the money you save will be used to fix the mistakes you
A new roof is a big investment. Regular roof maintenance will extend the life of your roof. You want that roof to have a long and serviceable life spent protecting your home and family. Whether your roof is at the beginning or end of its life span, it’s important to keep it in tip-top shape
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What questions should you ask before hiring a roofing contractor? A roof could need a replacement for different reasons, but the most common one is age. After a certain age, the performance of a roof is likely compromised; the features you used to enjoy, such as energy efficiency and protection, may no longer be possible.
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Take a look at these tips on how to find and eliminate drafts in your home. If there’s one area of your home that’s particularly drafty, there’s a good chance there are other spots as well. You can get them fixed before they add another cent to your heating bill! Test Doors and Windows
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Security and confidence in your roofing contractor are important considerations. We’ve listed 5 important questions to ask roofing contractors before starting a home improvement project with them. This will make sure you’re dealing with the right crew. Are You Licensed and Insured? Properly licensed and insured contractors bring with them a certain assurance that they:
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A roof is a lot more than shingles. DIY roofing is more dangerous than you might think. Many Columbus Ohio homeowners think that installing a new roof is nothing more than just nailing up some shingles. A properly installed roof is a complex system of components working together to keep water outside of your home.
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Flashing as it relates to roofing is something of a mystery to some homeowners. While you may have heard of roof flashing, do you really understand its purpose and function? When you’re familiar with the different aspects of your roofing system, it’s easier to identify potential issues before they become expensive problems, so let’s go
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While everybody loves discounts and special offers, things are a little different when it comes to roofing. It’s definitely satisfying when a roofing company comes back with a rock-bottom estimate for your project, but it’s important to be careful – that low price can sometimes translate into inferior roofing materials. Before choosing materials for your
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As a homeowner, it can be pretty nerve-wracking when severe storms roll through. Not only do you have the inevitable yard clean-up to do, there’s always the possibility of potential property damage due to hail, high winds and fallen limbs.
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With the seasons beginning to shift, it will soon be gutter cleaning time for Ohio residents. While this unpleasant chore is not something anybody looks forward to, if left unattended, those leaves that look pretty on the trees will quickly become a hazard to your roof and guttering, causing a variety of problems. Gutters clogged
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When a homeowner hires a roofing contractor in Columbus, a successfully completed project is the ultimate goal. However, not everyone understands the most important component of a successful roofing project: communication. Poor communication between a contractor and client will cause nothing but delays, misunderstandings and hard feelings. On the other hand, open lines of communication
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In the roofing world, “storm chasers” are out-of-town roofing brokers or roaming roofers who follow the damage left by storms, offering to do low-cost repairs. While this may sound like a great deal, in many cases these guys aren’t licensed or properly insured. At best, they’ll do the roof repairs and be gone, leaving you
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Asphalt shingles have long been the preferred roofing material for a majority of homeowners, due in large part to their affordability. They generally come in two different types: architectural and three-tab. While three-tab shingles have been the norm for many years, more and more homeowners are choosing the benefits of architectural shingles. What is the
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With all that our community has done to support us for over 25 years, Muth & Company Roofing is always looking for ways to reciprocate by supporting sports and school programs in the community, as well as other great causes and organizations.
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Though spring has had some false starts, winter is (hopefully) behind us, which means it’s time to start getting ready for spring thunderstorms and summer heat. Chad Muth, the owner of Muth & Company Roofing, has some helpful tips to assist you in getting your home on the right track now – so you’ll have
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February is the month of love, a time to show our loved ones how much they mean to us and do a little something extra for them. Now that you’ve planned something special for those you love, why not take a little time to pamper your home as well? Here are a few ideas shared
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If you’re not familiar with roofing and insulation, R-value probably sounds like a foreign word to you. In actuality, it’s a fairly straightforward concept: R-value is a measure of thermal resistance, or the transfer of heat through a given material. Put simply, the greater the R-value, the harder your insulation is going to work to
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If you love being out and about, winter can be a bit of drag. But while activities in areas with a cold winter climate can be limited, never fear – there are still plenty of fun and exciting activities in the Columbus area if you’re willing to brave a little cold weather to get there.
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Your roof is your home’s top defense system, protecting your family and your belongings from nature’s wrath. When you’re in the market for a new roof, the last thing you want to do is make a rash decision about the roofing contractor you hire. Many people make the mistake of going with the lowest bidder;
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When you’ve served as one of the leading roofing companies in your community for over 30 years, that’s a pretty good indication that you’re doing something right! At Muth & Company Roofing, the quality of our work and our commitment to exceptional customer service are reflected in the experiences of our customers. Here are just
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Going from being a renter to a homeowner can be a scary, albeit exciting, transition for first-time homebuyers. Since building maintenance is generally handled by the landlord, those new to homeownership often aren’t aware of the many important aspects of home maintenance. If you’re a new homeowner, following these tips from Muth & Company Roofing
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In the wake of the natural disasters that have hit our country in recent weeks and months, it’s fitting that September is National Preparedness Month. While it’s impossible to know when an emergency or disaster might occur and how it will affect your family, being prepared in the event that the unthinkable happens will greatly
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While curb appeal is undoubtedly a huge factor when it comes to getting a good price for your home, keeping your house and landscaping neat and in good repair also shows pride of ownership, contributes to the beauty of the neighborhood and can even deter criminals. Many curb appeal projects are quick, easy and relatively
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When it comes to curb appeal, it’s important to pay attention to your roof. The sheer size of the roof makes it one of the first things people notice about your house, whether it’s guests visiting or potential homebuyers if you’re trying to sell. A roof that looks old is a definite turn-off and can
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Along with the more pleasant aspects of spring – warm breezes, green grass and blooming flowers – come the more annoying ones as well, such as tree buds, seed pods, and other tree debris clogging up your gutters. Most homeowners know that it’s important to clean out gutters in preparation for winter, but they sometimes
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In the past, Muth & Company Roofing has had the privilege of partnering with local radio stations to find deserving homeowners in need of roofing services in the Columbus area. For 2017, we will be working with 104.9 The River. This is a special year for us, as we are currently celebrating 25 years of serving home
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When replacing your roof, it can be difficult to decide what material to use for roofing in Delaware, OH, if you don’t understand the different choices. Here we compare wood shakes and asphalt shingles to help you decide which might be the best option for your home.
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Skylights and solar tubes are great for brightening up your home and adding a unique dimension to a bathroom or hallway, but if they start leaking they lose their allure quickly! In these cases, you need to decide if it would be more cost-effective to repair the leak or replace your outdated model with a
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You probably wouldn’t be surprised to learn that the single biggest safety hazard to a Columbus roofer is the risk of falling. That’s why the roofing company you hire must implement a fall protection training program. Without this safety program in place, both the company’s employees and you, the homeowner, are at risk.
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