Slate Tiles or Metal Roofing?

Posted on: 20 November 2017

Many homeowners opt to install fibre cement siding when they are renovating their homes. But some of those homeowners make costly mistakes during such DIY installation projects, which leads to poor results. Below are major mistakes that you should avoid making when you are installing fibre cement siding on the exterior of your home. Nailing Mistakes Some homeowners make the mistake of placing nails very close to the bottoms or edges of the siding.
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Posted on: 17 November 2017

When it comes to roof damage, the most common form that homeowners pay particular attention is water damage, which is unsurprising considering that precipitation can cause a host of conditions ranging from corrosion, decay and more. Nevertheless, this does not mean that hail damage is not a serious concern too. Spotting the signs of damage can mean the difference between minor repairs and entire replacement. So what are some of the symptoms of hail damage to be wary of?
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Posted on: 16 November 2017

Timber frames refer to a home's framework being made from very large, solid timber beams as opposed to smaller studs. Very often this timber framing is left exposed so that the home has a rustic look, but it can also be covered with standard drywall and other such materials. If you're having a new home built, and are wondering if timber framing is a good choice for its overall structure, note a few questions you might have about this material, and this can help you decide if it's the right choice for you.
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Posted on: 16 November 2017

With a whole raft of roofing products being offered out there, deciding which type of roof to put up on your house can be rather overwhelming. But with the right information and budget, choosing a roof that's suited to your home shouldn't be a big problem.  Here are a number of key things to ponder over when choosing roofing material for your home: Cost involved. Roofing products come in different prices.
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