Month: June 2021

There’s nothing quite like some beautiful flowers to decorate with and enjoy across your home’s landscape! There are so many different species of flowers you can plant at home, but it’s important to be aware that they’ll need lots of extra care during the summer months to help them beat the heat.

Here are some summer flower care tips to help keep your plants blooming and healthy all season long:

Deadheading

The process known as deadheading is removing spent flower buds from your perennials and annuals to keep them blooming. Once a flower’s budding cycle is complete, that flower will drain lots of energy as it tries to develop seeds, which can prevent other buds from blooming. Use a hand pruner to remove these spent flower heads quickly and easily.

Fertilize Properly

A healthy garden starts with healthy soil, so add fertilizer to the ground if your plants need it. Yellowing leaves or plants that aren’t blooming signifies that the soil isn’t enriched enough and needs some help from fertilizer or compost.

Look For Disease

If you’re noticing black spots, powdery mildew, or aphids, a type of bug, on your flowers, they need some help. First, consider whether your plant has enough air circulation; plants too close to each other are more prone to disease. Second, focus on disease prevention. To prevent plant disease, avoid watering at night, and water directly to the soil and not from the top. Some organic extracts and oils may also help prevent disease, so be sure to talk to your local gardeners for advice. 

Weeding is Necessary

Unfortunately, there’s no avoiding those weeds, but it’s necessary to spend the time to get rid of them. Weeds compete with your plants to get nutrients and moisture, so they must be removed if you want healthy flower growth. The sooner the better, as once weeds seed, they will continue to spread and spread.

Plenty of Water

Those high temperatures can cause devastation to your plants, so they’ll need daily watering to stay healthy. If the temperatures are exceptionally high, with no clouds in sight and no rain in the forecast, be sure to give them some extra nourishment through deep watering.

And don’t forget, adding beautiful flowers to your landscape to match your home’s roofing or siding is a great way to add curb appeal!

ROOF REPAIR AND INSTALLATION IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY, CT

If you’re looking to have your roof fixed or redone or your gutters replaced or cleaned, we’ve got you covered! The experts at Landmark Exteriors are here to help ensure your home’s roofing and gutter systems both look great and are functioning properly for years to come! Give us a call at (203) 838-3838 to learn more.

The temperatures are really heating up now that summer has officially arrived, and your roof is starting to feel it. As a homeowner, you may be tempted to forget about your roof this season when it comes to home maintenance, but that’s a mistake. The summer heat and sun rays can be incredibly damaging to your home’s roofing system and cause serious problems. 

Here are the many ways the summer heat can affect your home’s roof: 

High temperatures

If your roof isn’t shaded, the dark colors in your roof will absorb the heat. These high temperatures being absorbed into your roofing system will accelerate the aging process and cause the materials to break down, meaning costly repairs in the future.  

UV Exposure

The UV rays from the sun hitting your roof day after day for hours cause the aging and wearing process to quicken. As well, these harmful rays cause wood to bleach and crack, asphalt shingles to buckle, and oils used during the construction process to dissipate. 

Thermal Shock

Your home’s roof will reach very high temperatures during the day while the sun is blaring and will then cool off quickly after the sun sets, causing what’s known as thermal shock. This thermal shock causes the materials in your roof to expand and contract as the temperatures change, leading to a weakened structural integrity as time passes.  

Summer Storms

As the temperatures increase, so does the frequency of storms. Summer storms include high winds, heavy rain, lightning, and possibly even hail that can seriously damage roofs. Be sure to check your attic for signs of leaks, look for signs of blockages in your gutters, and call a roofing professional to do a proper roof inspection after a severe storm.  

ROOF INSPECTION, REPAIR, AND INSTALLATION IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY, CT

If you’re concerned about the safety of your home’s roofing system, it’s crucial to have it inspected and repaired by a team of professionals. The experts at Landmark Exteriors are here to help ensure your home’s roofing, and gutter systems both look great and are functioning properly for years to come! Give us a call at (203) 838-3838 to learn more.

Cedar roofing and siding continue to grow in popularity! If you have cedar roofing or siding, proper treatments and maintenance are essential to maintaining a beautiful appearance, increasing the longevity of the shingles, and increasing your home’s value. Luckily, Cedar-Life is here to help.

What is Cedar-Life?

Cedar-Life is a division of Landmark Exteriors and is a leader in cedar roof and siding preservation. We utilize a process that cleans and preserves cedar, which delays the aging process, prevents the harmful effects of sun, rain, and snow, and protects against mildew and algae growth. This treatment will help not only keep your home’s cedar in great, beautiful condition but will also improve the overall structural integrity of the roof or siding.

Our Cedar-Life roofing preservation process consists of:

• A comprehensive roof inspection to determine the structural integrity.
• An assessment of any necessary repairs or shingle replacement.
• Our bleach-free, environmentally-friendly cedar cleaner is applied to remove dirt and fungus in conjunction with a controlled, pressurized cleaning system.
• Lastly, we use our exclusive, highly-refined, formulated preservative, which will make the shingles more supple and protect them from sun damage.

We have used this process on countless homes with cedar roofs across Connecticut to improve the appearance and lifespan of their roof.  

Why Choose Cedar-Life For Your Cedar Preservation

Here are a few reasons why you should choose Cedar-Life for your home’s cedar roofing or siding:

• We are recognized as an industry leader in cedar roof and siding preservation.
• Cedar treatments require a specialist who is knowledgeable and trained in properly cleaning and treating cedar, and every person in our team is an expert.
• We use only proven, tested, and certified products. Our cedar cleaning and restoration products are bleach-free and environmentally friendly.
• We are fully insured and follow strict safety standards as well as Cedar Shake & Shingle Bureau guidelines.
• Our preservation process has been proven to last longer than the competition. Our products help extend a cedar’s roof life by 35 to 50 years.
• Customer satisfaction is our top priority, and our experts are committed to improving the health and beauty of your home’s cedar.

CEDAR ROOF INSTALLATION & PRESERVATION IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY, CT

If you’re looking to have a cedar roof installed on your home or need your home’s cedar to be restored and maintained, we’ve got you covered! The experts at Landmark Exteriors are here to help ensure your home’s cedar looks beautiful and is healthy for years to come! Give us a call at (203) 838-3838 or visit our website to learn more!

A home’s roof handles a lot of intensity from the natural elements to protect you and your family, so damage and leaks are unfortunately inevitable. No one wants to spot a leak coming from their home’s ceiling, but if the time comes, it’s important you know what to do. The most crucial thing to remember when it comes to roof leaks is to always take immediate action.

Contain The Roof Leak

Once you’ve found a leak in your roof, the first step is to contain it the best you can so further damage doesn’t spread. Start by clearing the area where your leak is so your personal belongings don’t get ruined. Then, try to catch the water with a pot or bucket wherever the leak is dripping.  

One important thing to be aware of is that the leak is likely not coming from where you believe it is, and to find the cause, it’s crucial you call your local roofing company in Connecticut. 

Don’t Wait, Call A Professional

Contact your local roofers for a thorough inspection to see what needs to be done to resolve the issue. It’s essential you don’t wait to get your leak fixed, even if it doesn’t seem to be serious. The longer it persists, the worse the damage will spread, and the more costly the repairs will be. Other than water dripping from your ceiling, some signs to look out for that mean your roof is leaking include: 

• Water spots on the ceiling or walls
• Water spots or roof decking that is wet (visible in the attic)
• Cracked or damaged shingles
• Missing shingles
• Missing flashing around your chimney

Prepare For Repairs

Hopefully, you were able to catch the leak quickly, and the repairs will be isolated to one area. However, if the damage was extensive or your roof is relatively old, a total roof replacement may be needed. Be sure to consult with your local expert roofers to handle any repairs or replacements.

ROOF REPAIR AND INSTALLATION IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY, CT

If you’re looking to have your roof fixed or redone or your gutters replaced or cleaned, we’ve got you covered! The experts at Landmark Exteriors are here to help ensure your home’s roofing, and gutter systems both look great and are functioning properly for years to come! Give us a call at (203) 838-3838 to learn more.