A properly installed roof has a lifespan of 25-30 years lifespan, which means that most homeowners often don’t pass through the replacement process. Replacing an old roof is much more critical and vital because an updated, sturdy roof protects the home and its inhabitants. It acts as a barrier from extreme weather conditions and keeps moisture from entering your home to prevent molds and other potentially dangerous substances.

Admittedly, installing a new roof is expensive. However, it comes with many benefits and can also have as much as 100% ROI (return on investment).

The Benefits of Replacing Your Roof:

So what will be your gain if you invest in re-roofing now rather than putting it off? What are the benefits of installing a new roof?

 

• New Roofs Offer a Good ROI:

 

One of the most significant advantages of a new roof is the return on investment that comes with it. If you want to sell your home, you’ll likely recoup most if not all of the roofing expenses. However, potential buyers will typically go for a home that does not need too much structural work, so installing a new roof enables you to sell your home at a much higher price and make your home more appealing to prospects. Most people are always attracted to a home that will not require a lot of money from them immediately after moving in. A new roof can also help you prove to potential buyers that you have maintained and protected your home from situations like water damage.

 

• Greater Energy Savings:

 

If your roof is getting closer to the end of its lifespan, it probably won’t be doing a great job in keeping heat away from your home anymore. Besides, older shingles being resistant to places and gaps where they can leak in weren’t designed in such a way to repel heat from your home. They were more likely to absorb heat and transfer it into your home.

The newest shingles are designed to do more than keep your house dry in fact, there are lots of options available in the market presently designed to repel heat. Besides the newly-improved way today’s shingles are manufactured, their design and color can lower energy costs. The less heat entering the home, the less the HVAC system must work to keep the home at a relaxed, comfortable temperature.

 

• Safety:

 

Your home’s roof isn’t just designed to repel water; it also protects your home from wind, debris, and falling trees. But as the roof ages, it becomes structurally unfit and unable to withstand all of the conditions it’s designed to defend. Even if you can’t notice the weakening from the outside, a roof that is getting closer to the end of its lifespan is in danger of collapsing when you most need it. Being proactive and replacing your old roof will go a long way towards keeping the home sound structurally and fit to withstand any conditions, mainly if you stay in an area prone to extreme weather.

 

• Healthy Living:

 

One of the biggest concerns with aging roofs is that they cannot always repel water away from the house, allowing moisture and water to creep inside. It doesn’t matter if it’s a slow leak; moisture and water can build up over time, resulting in mold and mildew, which might cause potential health problems for family members. Even individuals who aren’t allergic to molds can experience problems with their nose, lungs, eyes and throat if there is a presence of mold in the home.

Contact Three Sons Today

If your roof is approaching the end of its lifespan, don’t wait until it begins to crumble or start leaking. The best way to protect your home and family is by being proactive about a roof replacement.

Three Sons provides roof replacements and installations using some roofing materials from some of the industry’s best roofing manufacturers, including CertainTeed, GAF, and Tamko. Contact us today to learn more.

With the arrival of cold weather, there will be a lot of moisture and wetness. These aren’t great for natural wood, particularly outdoors with many snow contacts. Your deck is one of these places. It’s essential to prepare your deck for cold weather, especially if you’re in an area with harsh weather conditions. This will prolong the lifespan of your deck and save you effort, time,  and money in the future.

Here are some tips on how to maintain and protect your deck during winter:

• Thoroughly Clean the Deck:

In protection from the cold weather, you should thoroughly clean your deck surface of ice and snow. This goes beyond the regular everyday cleaning done in the summer months. To ensure your deck is in the best shape, ensure you employ deep cleansing, mainly if it’s a wood deck. By doing this, you get rid of dust, dirt, debris, and every other thing that might have accumulated overtime on the decks.

In addition, make sure to scrub the surface of your deck with a bleach-free wood cleaner and a hard-bristled brush to remove mold and mildew. Because moisture may be hard on wood, failing to do so can make it easier for your deck to decay and be wrecked during the colder months.

• Inspect and Fix Deck:

After cleaning, inspect the deck surface to check for signs of splinters, water damage, holes that can harbor snow or rot. Establish a general inspection and make sure you are thorough after identifying all problems that may cause damage, get to work, and fix them immediately. The work done on the wood decks will be evident when the winter months pass, and it will honestly pay off in the future.

• Seal and Finish your Deck:

Of all the different ways you can adequately prepare and protect your deck for winter, the one you should never overlook is sealing and finishing. Sealing is one of the important maintenance that should be done at least every 2-3 years to protect your deck lumber from snow, ice, and rain. An excellent finishing to protect your deck’s lumber from these elements is a water-resistant seal.

To ensure snow, hail, water, or sleet won’t cause damage to your deck, seal the wood up with a stain that penetrates the wood, ensuring the moisture doesn’t even gain access while allowing the wood to breathe.

• Sweep off the Snow:

Maintain your deck’s ideal state by shoveling and sweeping everything off its surface to avoid any further damage. Do not let it accumulate, as it might make it more challenging to handle maintenance. Sweep off with a brush or shovel along the wood’s grain with a plastic shovel after a significant downpour. A plastic shovel is recommended to avoid accidental peeling or scratches of the deck’s finishing.

Contact Three Sons

It’s not always an easy task to improve and maintain the home, but in the end, it’s always worth it. Adhere to these tips to keep your deck in great shape all year round; it will be in top shape throughout the winter months and still look fabulous in the spring. 

If you are interested in having a new deck or porch installed in your home, please contact Three Sons. Our talented and experienced craftsmen offer complete deck/porch construction and installation using some of the industry’s best manufacturers for deck materials including Trex and Azek by TimberTech.

Spring Home Maintenance

Spring has arrived in New England.  Now that the snow has melted and the days are getting warmer and longer, homeowners are beginning to take stock of their home’s exteriors and determine what needs to be replaced.  If you are interested in learning what you should be looking for on your home’s exterior, take a look at our guide to see what you should be looking to repair and maintain this spring.

Examine Your Roof

One of the first things you should check on your home’s exterior is your roof.  Your roof is your home’s most important line of defense against the elements, and it is important to ensure that it is kept in good repair, especially with the influx of spring and summer showers that it will be exposed to all season. Ensure that there are no curling, broken, or missing shingles. If you feel comfortable on a ladder, you can examine it yourself. Otherwise, be sure to call a roofing professional to safely assess your roofs integrity.

Clean Your Gutters

Keeping your gutters free of debris is important because of the damage that can be caused by having clogged gutters.  Your gutter system helps to divert water off of your roof and away from your home.  If your gutters are clogged and overflowing, this can cause damage to a number of areas on your home, including your siding, fascia boards, and if the water is pooling under your walls, your home’s foundation. In order to ensure that water can safely drain away from your home, be sure to clean your gutters out each spring.

Inspect Your Windows and Doors

Another problem area that you should be sure to examine in the spring is your windows and doors.  Any openings in your home’s exterior offer a chance for moisture, and pests to find their way into your home where they can cause damage.  Your windows are particularly susceptible to moisture damage. When checking your windows, keep your eyes out for any small openings around your frames, or drafts coming through the windows.  If you can see light or feel a draft coming through the frames, this is a sign that moisture is also able to find its way into your frames where it can cause significant rot damage to your windows and the frame of your home if left unattended.

You should also examine your doors for any moisture damage as well. You can find moisture in your threshold by poking the area with an object like a screwdriver or any other blunt object by gently poking at the area to feel for any give in the threshold. If you have water damage in your threshold, you will want to replace it, as it could damage your door, or the frame of your home below it.

There is much more to consider, from your faucets and sprinklers, to your landscaping, to your deck, but if you begin by examining these problem areas, you will be off to a good start! Furthermore, if you are interested in replacing your home’s windows, doors, roofing, or siding this spring, our team at Three Sons would be happy to help! We can reached over the phone at (781) 899-6353 or by filling out our online contact form! We look forward to hearing from you!

This residential property located in Belmont, MA recently received an exterior renovation using James Hardie 5” fiber cement shingles and AZEK Building Products premier railings & decking thanks to Three Sons Window & Door. As you can see, a large visual upgrade is provided by both the Boothbay Blue James Hardie fiber cement shingles as well as the slate grey AZEK Building Products premier railing & decking. The two colors complement each other in a way that gives the home a much brighter glow when examining the property from an aesthetic point of view. Although, the siding, as well as the railing and decking, provide numerous benefits beyond their aesthetic appeal. This includes features such as weather resistance, low maintenance requirements, and more.

James Hardie Fiber Cement Siding

James Hardie is proud to constantly raise the bar for companies across the industry. As the company that invented fiber cement, we continue to stay committed to providing individuals with the highest quality fiber cement products on the market. Whether you’re looking for beautiful or durable siding, James Hardie’s wide selection of fiber cement siding can help today. Regardless of whether you go with a cooler color like the Boothbay Blue that was used in this project or a warmer color like the Countrylane Red, each set of James Hardie shingles promises to deliver the same top-of-the-market results.

AZEK Building Products Decking & Railing

Those looking for superior building products need look no further than AZEK Building Products. The Premier railing & decking in Slate Grey shown above is only one combination of the numerous styles available to those purchasing a new deck, railing, or both. Although the railing & decking pictured are both in Slate Grey, mixing and matching different color pairings makes for great visual appeal. In addition to being available in several different lengths and covered by a 25-year limited warranty, the premier railing collection from AZEK Building Products will not rot, peel, or blister

For Help With Your Exterior Renovation, Contact Three Sons Window & Door Today!

Get in touch with the knowledgeable experts at Three Sons Window & Door today if you’re looking for new fiber cement siding, decking, and railing, or both. Our team can help you decide what color combinations best suit your property. For more information regarding our variety of services, contact Three Sons Window & Door today.

The decision to replace your home’s windows is a big one as there are many aspects to consider before you decide whether or not it is the right time to do so.  These aspects include things like the budget situation, current window quality, and much more. Although, one aspect that many homeowners overlook when considering replacement windows is at what time of the year it would be best to obtain them. Window replacement can be completed at any time of the year, including winter, as each season has its own benefits as to why the timing is right but when it comes to the New England States most professionals recommend completing the task during the Fall.

Prime Weather Time

There are a variety of reasons why Fall time is considered the best season of all for replacing windows. The most obvious reason would be the optimal Fall Weather. Although this time of year can be prone to storms, especially throughout New England, the temperature is kept in a relatively comfortable spot throughout the Autumn months with average temperatures ranging between 63 and 43 degrees Fahrenheit. Since the temperature is not too hot or cold the actual installation process will have minimal impact on the comfort level within the home.

Beat the Winter Weather

Another main reason why the Fall is considered to be one of the best time to replace windows is because of what is to come, the winter. During winter months massive amounts of heat can be lost through outdated windows in need of replacing which causes levels of discomfort and energy costs to rise. By completing the installation before the winter weather arrives you can sure you are maximizing energy efficiency and savings through the new windows.

Welcoming the Holidays

The Fall season sets up the stage for more than just winter though, as it also brings in the holiday festivities with occasions such as Halloween and Thanksgiving. These events are some of the most common times for homeowners to host others in their home and what’s a better way to impress guests than with a home that not only looks great but feels great as well thanks to its new energy efficient windows like the ones supplied by the experts at Three Sons Window & Door.

For Your Replacement Window Needs, Contact Three Sons Window & Door!

We are proud to staff a team of experienced professionals ready to install your replacement windows today. Using only the highest quality products available, we ensure your project is taken care of with patience and ease. Contact us by calling 781-899-6353 or filling out our free online quote form.