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What’s the Difference Between a Roof Inspection and Estimate?

July 31, 2019 By Mike Hyon

What’s the Difference Between a Roof Inspection and Estimate

Sure, getting a free estimate on your roof sounds great in theory. You get someone to look at your roof for a few minutes and get a quote on how much repairs or replacement could be; but that’s the problem, too. When the contractor arrives to fulfill your request for the estimate, they aren’t looking…

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Does Stucco Contain Asbestos?

July 29, 2019 By Mike Hyon

Does Stucco Contain Asbestos

Stucco has been a popular exterior siding for a long time in North America. Throughout the United States and Canada, millions of buildings utilize both synthetic and traditional stucco systems to keep the elements and pests from getting inside a building. However, depending on when that building was constructed, the plaster layer could potentially contain…

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Should I Buy a House with EIFS?

July 26, 2019 By Mike Hyon

Should I Buy a House with EIFS

Stucco homes are plentiful in the United States. You can certainly find a broad selection of homes with EIFS or Dryvit stucco systems available. That said, just because stucco is popular doesn’t mean it does not have problems. Whenever stucco is a rush job or installed improperly, structural problems are bound to arise. If you…

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Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Stucco Damage?

July 22, 2019 By Mike Hyon

Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Stucco Damage

Stucco is a type of exterior cladding for houses and businesses around the world that has been used since the early 1900s. It is comprised of limestone, silica, and cement to create a thin yet decorative layer around the home to insulate throughout the year. Now, the art of stucco application has been perfected, making…

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What Is Stucco Below Grade?

July 19, 2019 By Mike Hyon

What Is Stucco Below Grade

Have you ever seen stucco walls that peel and flake around the foundation or where the building meets the earth? That is what contractors would call “stucco below grade,” which is the opposite of “above grade” and worse than “near grade.” In other words, any stucco system that is installed below grade is like a…

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What Causes a Drafty Window?

July 15, 2019 By Mike Hyon

What Causes a Drafty Window

Fresh air is a good thing every now and again, but the last thing you want is a draft that continuously lowers the temperature of a room. Window drafts not only cause discomfort, those drafts can rapidly increase the cost of heating and cooling. No one wants to have to deal with this issue, so…

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EIFS V.s. Stucco: What’s The Difference?

July 12, 2019 By Mike Hyon

EIFS V.s. Stucco What's The Difference

Interested in stucco siding? No one’s going to blame you. It’s a durable material with lots of character to brighten up the curbside and protect your home from the elements. Stucco forms a solid shield around the house when properly installed, and it can be a quick and cost-effective project. So, yes, stucco definitely gets…

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What Is Dryvit Stucco?

July 8, 2019 By Mike Hyon

What Is Dryvit Stucco

There are dozens of stucco systems available in North America. While doing your research to see which system is best, you may have come across something called Dryvit. Siding like Dryvit has become a more popular option throughout the U.S., because it increases durability and has multiple ways to customize stucco systems to meet your…

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What Are The Different Types Of Stucco?

June 24, 2019 By Mike Hyon

What Are The Different Types Of Stucco

Stucco has been a popular choice for buildings throughout the world, because it can be used for stylizing facades and adding a pop of intrigue and color. Commonly made from Portland cement plaster, stucco can be applied to walls and other surfaced within and outside of buildings. The material is very durable, is fire-retardant, requires…

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What Is Fascia Board?

June 17, 2019 By Mike Hyon

What Is Fascia Board

A lot goes into building a house, and even more is required to make that place a home. Once you have moved in and made that space comfortable, you are going to want to keep your home as safe as possible from the elements, pests, and other risks. Knowing the protective measures on the exterior…

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