Blog – Page 33 – Eagle Watch Roofing

Today, many homeowners search for ways to enhance the appearance of their properties. One excellent way to improve your curb appeal and make your home look fresh and appealing is to focus on your roof. Did you know that your roof can account for up to 40% of the curbside view of your house? That’s…

Did you know that your roof can make up 40% of your home’s view from the curb? And yet most of us hardly think about our roofs until something goes wrong. In a way, that’s a good thing. Your roof shouldn’t be the center of attention. But the condition of your roof is something that…

Slate roof against blue sky, Gray tile roof of construction house

When realtors talk about the value of a home, there are several different factors to consider. Of course, the size, quality, and condition of the home will set the broad price range. More square footage, fancier amenities (e.g., kitchen or bathroom upgrades), and bonus features (e.g., outdoor living space, home theater, etc.) all contribute to…

Being a homeowner isn’t always easy. Small repairs come and go, and there may be some minor labor involved. But some things that go wrong around the house can leave homeowners scratching their heads. You may be able to call for professional repairs. After that, all you can do is try to get through the…

You’ve seen them on the TV, the avid do-it-yourselfers who renovate their bathroom, gut their kitchen, or even flip a house. But DIY isn’t for everyone. In fact, it probably isn’t even for the folks on TV. (Remember, there’s a lot that goes on that you don’t see.) There’s nothing wrong with a little do-it-yourself…

Recently, we’ve been hearing a lot about tornadoes throughout the Midwest, South, and Southeast. It’s true that this year has seen some unusually high numbers of tornadoes. They have caused millions of dollars of damage and heartbreaking loss of life. However, there is another type of wind damage that gets a lot less press but…

Ignoring the signs that your roof needs repair could be costly to you in the long run. Here, we look at three common reasons not to wait on roofing repairs. If your home or building is located in a climate with a high degree of precipitation or strong winds, getting on top of repairs early…

Curb appeal is one of the most important factors to focus on when trying to sell a home. It’s just human nature to judge a home by its exterior before you even step inside. A new or fresh looking roof can go a long way toward increasing a home’s curb appeal and increasing its final…

Roofs take a lot of beating up. They are exposed to battering winds and rain, heat and UV rays from the sun, and constantly changing temperatures. So it is no surprise that a roof needs a little tender love and care from time to time. You would never expect your car to run for 20…

In his State of the Union Address in 1962, John F. Kennedy said what every good roofer already knows: “The time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining.” He may have meant it as a metaphor, but it only works because it’s also true literally. Waiting for your roof to fall apart…