Category: Roofing

3 signs that your roof is in need of replacement

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09 Oct

Roofs are critical to the functional and aesthetic integrity of your home. A poorly installed, damaged or older roof can lead to leaks and holes that can cause widespread structural damage throughout much of your home. While a massive leak or hole through the ceiling may be obvious warning signs that you may need a new roof, there are subtler issues…

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Extend the life of your roof

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17 Sep

Replacing your roof isn't something that you want to do regularly. Although sometimes time or extreme weather can ravage a roof, most people want to make sure that when they install a new one it won't be going anywhere. New shingles should last, protecting your home from the elements day in and day out for decades. Alure Home Improvements' exterior design…

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Keep your home safe from water damage with the right gutters

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10 Jul

When working properly, gutters can easily be forgotten as you think about your home's exterior. They're often an afterthought because they blend into the siding and don't make themselves known until there's a problem. However, forgetting about your gutters and neglecting to maintain them can be just the thing that leads to one of these problems. Keeping your gutters clean is…

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Signs your roof may need to be replaced

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26 Mar

Winter can be a tough time for houses, especially their roofs. While the rest of the exterior may experience high winds and winter weather, roofs have to deal with snow during storms and for days after. It can sit on the roof and potentially cause damage to the structure. But for many people who live in the Northeast, it can be…

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Home Improvement Science: Protecting Your Home Starts At The Top

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22 Oct

Curb appeal and the roof of your home are linked together as people see your home from the street.  The right choices when making home improvements will help make your home a pleasing addition to the neighborhood and something to be proud to own.  Homeowners in Long Island, New York and nationally can now take advantage of superior technology they…

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It’s called a Nor’Easter

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06 Nov

Not another storm... OK It's called a Nor'Easter. It is so named because the storm travels to the northeast from the south but the prevailing winds come from the northeast. This type of storm has characteristics similar to a hurricane. Not unlike the recent Superstorm that was Sandy, the reports of the oncoming storm include high winds, more rain and coastal…

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Penny For Your Thoughts: Home Improvement

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10 Jun

At Alure Home Improvements we know that good value for products and service has always been in style.  Our two cents are always available to you when considering any home improvement. Generally well understood throughout Great Britain and the United States the origin of the phrase a penny for your thoughts dates back to the Middle Ages.  During that time…

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What To Do About Fallen Trees On Your Property

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04 Nov

A freak winter storm that blew through much of the northeast United States has left many residents with a tricky early November problem: fallen trees on their property. If a tree has fallen on your roof or any part of your home calling a professional tree removal service is critical. The tree needs to be removed without doing additional damage to…

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Signs you are in need of a new roof

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27 Dec

ALGAE Algae growth causes a dark discoloration on roofs. The algae is usually brown to black in color which results in a streaked, dirty looking rooftop. It can be mistaken for soot, dirt or tree droppings, which typically produce only localized discoloration. It's caused by the growth of air-borne algae which deposits on your roof. The good news is that…

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Roofing Essentials Accessory System by Owens Corning

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27 Dec

Even the most beautiful and high-performance roof shingles can fail without the proper accessories. Owens Corning Roofing offers an array of ventilation, waterproofing and other accessories that complement the high quality of our shingles - while helping to ensure a long, healthy life for your new roof. Rapid Flow Gutter Drainage Protection New RapidFlow® Gutter Drainage Protection keeps leaves, twigs…

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