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Air Quality and Your Atlanta Home

August 28, 2023

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On any given day in Atlanta, you can find both good and not-so-good Air Quality Index Ratings (AQI). We can all experience some of the drawbacks of living in a hot and moist climate. Take a look at today’s ratings according to IQAir, an informative source of current conditions across the US. Unfortunately, you can’t… ( read more )

A Healthy Home

January 27, 2023

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We wrapped up the past year with food and celebration, eager to see what the future brings. Every new year is full of promise, so we resolve to make the most of it. New Year’s Resolutions have been around since the 1800s. Of course, they’ve evolved through the years. These days, we resolve to finally… ( read more )

Cold Weather Roofing

December 29, 2022

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Let’s admit; we live in Georgia because we love it here. Much as we enjoy the usually moderate climate, sometimes extreme weather comes to the Atlanta region. And it seems we have increasingly cold weather in the winter months. Here are some of the challenges inherent in cold weather: You can eliminate each of these… ( read more )

Atlanta in Winter: Roof Damage

December 28, 2020

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Atlanta averages 48 days a year below freezing and 2.9 inches of snow annually. That might not sound like much, but it’s enough for winter roof damage. Even in our mild climate, homeowners need to consider the damage cold temperatures can do to their roof. As temperatures drop,  asphalt or other temporary shingles may crack… ( read more )

2 Roofs:The right metal roofing system solves their problems

March 27, 2020

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No matter the season, storms, water, and moisture can wreak havoc on your roof.  Here are the stories of 2 homes with problems of water and moisture damage. Both can be remediated with proper ventilation, and the right metal roofing solution. First, we introduce you to Todd Miller, President of Isaiah Industries, which includes Classic… ( read more )

Your Roof:Ventilation is a Big Deal

December 18, 2019

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When you re-roof your home, it is the perfect time to make sure that your home’s attic ventilation is functioning properly. That’s why we start every roof inspection with an attic inspection. Why Good Ventilation is a Big Deal Prevents mold and rot. Recent years have brought building science technologies that are making homes tighter… ( read more )

Energy Efficiency and Expert Metal Roofing Installation

July 23, 2019

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Many homeowners choose metal roofs because they learn that these roofs can save the environment – and their wallets – through energy efficiency. That’s very true, but not all metal roof installations are the same in terms of energy efficiency. The level of energy efficiency achieved with metal roofing is dependent upon the knowledge of… ( read more )

What’s in Your Attic? Condensation?

June 27, 2019

Your home requires protection from and the prevention of condensation. So, what does metal roofing have to do with condensation? Here’s an explanation. A properly installed metal roof, with a properly prepared attic, can prevent condensation. Metal Roofing: Good Installation and Ventilation Means No Condensation When installed on standard residential construction consisting of typical attic… ( read more )

Ice Dams in Atlanta? Yes.

September 30, 2018

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What in years past may have been confined to some higher elevations in rural Georgia, has in recent years come to visit upon more of the state. Freezing temperatures from mounting winter blasts have brought snow and ice dams to Atlanta area homes. So, What Causes an Ice Dam? Ice dams generally result from one… ( read more )

Attic Ventilation: Keeping Your Home Comfortable and Secure

October 30, 2017

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Your home may have built in a specific manner that does not require attic ventilation. If so, your home is the exception to the need for proper a proper ventilation system, in and through the attic or below the roof. Good ventilation is important for any home for many reasons, including: Internal air quality and… ( read more )

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