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Understanding Soffits and Fascias
When it comes to roofing systems, most homeowners only consider the most prominent elements. However, there are other important parts to an assembly than just its shakes or shingles. Your roof’s soffit and fascia both play a role in keeping your home protected from the elements, although they are rarely serviced, if at all. […]
What Tri-County Contracting Can Offer
As one of the go-to exterior services specialists in the Wisconsin area, Tri-County Contracting offers a wide range of products and services that will suit your home improvement needs. This article highlights what we offer and how our services can help you achieve a more beautiful and comfortable home. Our Products At Tri-County Contracting, we believe that we’re only as good as the products we offer, which is why we carry nothing but top-of-the-line products for our exterior remodeling projects. We use CertainTeed and Malarkey roofing products, two of the leading names in the construction material industry. As for siding materials, we have placed our confidence in LP and Mastic vinyl siding. On top of all that, Tri-County Contracting is also a GAF® Certified Master Elite® Roofing Contractor, an elite distinction that means our team is among the top 3% of roofing contractors in the country. Under this certification program, our roofing specialists undergo continuous training that ensures their craftsmanship is well-honed and up-to-date according to the latest industry standards. This gives you confidence that your roof repair or replacement project is in the best possible hands. Our Services We take pride not only in the products we use but also in the excellent services we offer. These include: New roof installations - our priority is to provide you with a properly installed, high-quality roof that will offer excellent weather protection and beauty for many years. Home roof inspection - part of our job as your roofing contractor is to inspect the condition of your roof. This allows us to determine whether a roof replacement is necessary. Gutter cleaning, installation and repair - your gutters are an integral part of your roofing system. We will make sure everything functions as it should. Siding installation - protect your home better [...]
Why Tri-County Contracting Is the Remodeling Company for You
Exterior remodeling can breath new life into your home and add significant value to your property. With a huge demand for roof repair, roof replacement and other exterior services, it’s no surprise that there are also countless remodeling companies offering their products and services. Having many options can be overwhelming. In this article, Tri-County Contracting highlights our strengths as an exterior remodeling company and explains why you should choose us for your next project. Our Humble Beginnings Tri-County Contracting was established in 1978 out of the home of our founder, Frank Zeka. The goal was simple: to create a team of exceptional professionals and specialists to cater to the exterior remodeling needs of residential property owners. Being a family-owned and -operated business means we understand the importance of maintaining a beautiful and secure home. To this day, Tri-County Contracting remains a company that is committed to providing quality products and services to homes and commercial properties in Wisconsin. Our Focus Our initial area of expertise was roofing, particularly roof repair and roof replacement. Over the span of decades, we decided to branch out to other lines of work such as siding, gutters, doors and windows. This decision was a result of our inclination to serve our customers, new and old alike, better. Today, Tri-County Contracting takes pride in being your go-to company for exterior remodeling projects. What We Offer We recognize the work you put in to achieving the best home possible. This is why we offer our expertise and craftsmanship at a fair price.Throughout the project, we’ll communicate regularly and transparently with you so you’re always up to speed on the progress of the project and well-informed about all your options for roofing, siding, door and window needs. We will be with you every step of the way. [...]
When Does a Roof Need to Be Replaced?
It’s really easy to take your home’s roof for granted—especially when it’s in good condition and not causing any problems. However, it’s important to stay educated and keep an eye on your roof because it is your home’s main defense against the outside elements. The average lifespan of a typical roof is between 20-30 years. Depending on weather conditions, however, a roof may need replacement in as little as 15 years. In Milwaukee and the surrounding areas, roof damage can be caused by severe storms or intense “freeze-thaw” cycles. If you’re not sure how old your roof is, a simple roof inspection by a professional can give you a good estimate. Signs You May Need a Roof Replacement In addition to knowing how old your roof is, you should also keep an eye out for warning signs that your roof is nearing the end of its lifespan. Things to watch for include: missing, cracking, or curling shingles. You likely have roof damage if your roof’s shiny fiberglass mat is exposed. Another telltale sign of a deteriorating roof is any interior water damage to your attic, ceilings, or walls. If water is getting in from the outside, you should take immediate action to stave off secondary problems such as potential water damage, structural issues, or mold. Unless you’re experienced at walking on roofs or know all the telltale signs, it’s recommended that you get a professional opinion. Getting a professional roof inspection can tell you if your roof problems are isolated—and can be repaired—or if the integrity of the entire roof is compromised and will need to be completely replaced. It’s always safest to have an experienced roofer complete your roof inspection, as they are trained in safety measures and know exactly what they are looking for. How Can I Extend the [...]
Preventing Roof Problems in Winter
The Winter Ice Dam Ice dams are a common problem that homeowners deal with in our Wisconsin cold winter climate. An ice dam forms when melting snow transitions from a warm surface to a cold surface, such as along the overhang of a house. The build-up of ice is the result of ice or snow melting on the roof area over the warmer, living area of a building and then refreezes when it reaches the cold overhang of the soffit. This wall of ice at the gutter line creates a barrier for any further melting snow to make its way into the gutter system of the house. This continued build-up of ice can force leaking to occur under the shingles at the edges of the roof. Damage associated with an ice dam are lifted shingles, rotted roof decking and/or fascia and soffit wood, and of course, water leaking into the drywall inside your house. If homeowners have interior damage caused by severe ice dams, the only option is to remove the snow immediately. The homeowner can choose to purchase a roof rake and pull the snow off the roof from the ground or choose to get onto the snow covered roof and shovel the snow off with a snow shovel. Sometimes homeowners find themselves having to “chop” the ice off the roof because of such severe icing. This is not suggested due to the damage that can be potentially caused by puncturing the roof shingles, damage to gutters, etc. Damaging the roof could result in further leaks and expensive repairs that could have been avoided. Solving the Problem There are three ways to help prevent ice dams from forming on your roof: 1) Adequate attic insulation, 2) proper roof ventilation and 3) the necessary amount of ice and water shield. [...]
