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Many homeowners don’t think about the health of their roof until a problem arises. Waiting for an issue is a disaster waiting to happen, meaning costly emergency service and possible damage to your home’s interior. Here are a few more reasons why your roof is an asset you can’t afford to ignore!

Protects your investment in your home

Buying a home is one of the largest investments in most people’s lives. And roofs are  fundamental elements to any home, which is why it’s so important to keep up with ongoing maintenance. Maintenance is key to extending both the life of your roof and the life of your property. This will help prolong it’s life and by extension, the life of your whole property.

Increases home value

A roof is a major selling point on a home. According to Remodeling Magazine’s Cost vs Value Report, a new roof will bring you close to 70% return on your investment, making it one of the best home improvement projects. So whether you’re planning to sell your home now or in the future, this should be one of the first updates you make.

Guards against costly hidden damage

A major leak in your roof will quickly be evident as it soaks through your ceiling. But, if you’re not performing routine maintenance, there could be more subtle damage occurring without your knowledge. Set up a preventative maintenance plan to help expose hazards and remedy them before they become major problems.

Saves money on heating and cooling

A properly ventilated and insulated roof will help you save money on heating and cooling, ensuring a cooler summer and a warmer winter. Since it’s fairly expensive to heat and cool your home, don’t let your money escape out of a poorly insulated roof.

Need a roof repair or installation? We’ve got you covered at Landmark Exteriors and our Home Care division! We offer only top-quality roofing materials to provide our customers with durable, weather-resistant, and guaranteed roofing solutions. Our experienced and well-trained professionals are experts at installing repairing and are ready to take on your next home renovation project! To speak with our professional staff about a new roofing installation, give us a call at 203.838.3838, or visit us on the web.

Gutters are the unsung heroes of your home. When they’re properly functioning, they go a long way towards protecting your house against rain. And with proper maintenance, gutters can last for many years, but certainly not forever. Here are five warning signs that it may be time for you to replace yours.

1. Cracking
While small cracks in your gutters may not seem like a big issue, they will eventually turn into one. If you don’t fix the cracks right away, they can end up damaging the fascia boards behind the gutters, the shingles above the gutter, and the foundation below.

2. Peeling
The paint on your gutter is designed to last throughout the seasons. Unless your gutters are extremely old, peeling paint is an indicator that water is present, which could be a result of cracks or other damage to your gutter.

3. Mildew
Do you notice pools of water or mildew near your home’s foundation? This could be caused by something as simple as a clog or by something as complex as a defect in the gutter system.

4. Water Marks
Water marks underneath the gutter indicate that leaking or overflowing water is escaping the gutter. This type of water intrusion can damage your soffit and fascia board.

5. Sagging
This is one of the easiest ways to tell if you need gutter repair or replacement. Gutters should never sag or pull away from the house. This can indicate that the gutters are full of water and can no longer withstand the weight.

If you’re in Fairfield County CT or the surrounding areas, contact Landmark Exteriors. Whether you need a maintenance plan, ice dam prevention, or just a last minute gutter replacement, our team has you covered! To speak with one of our professional staff members, give us a call at 203.838.3838.

For 20 years, Landmark Exteriors has designed, created, and installed one-of-a-kind roofs for homeowners in Fairfield and Westchester counties, as well as on Long Island. We have grown to include the Cedar-Life and Home Care divisions, which has catapulted our company to being a leader in roofing, siding, and gutter design and installation. Here are three words that sum up our successful approach:

Dedicated
For two decades, we’ve been helping our clients with all their roofing, siding, and home services and repairs. In an industry where many roofers are in business today and out of business tomorrow, it’s unusual to find a company with our experience and proven record of quality and reliability.

Experienced
From slate to cedar, small to big, we’ve done it all. View our recent roofing work to get an idea of the expert experience we hold.

Dependable
With Landmark Exteriors, our clients receive custom craftsmanship, quality materials, and a roof that lasts. This means no costly repairs or roof replacements in your future! Our commitment to quality means we’ll do it right the first time.

Landmark Exteriors was built on the premise that every client deserves high-quality products, precise workmanship, and exceptional design solutions. As such, Landmark Exteriors doesn’t outsource its work to subcontractors, but instead hires, trains, and coaches its employees to become skilled in the craft of roof building.

If you’re looking for a dedicated, experienced, and dependable roofing contractor, look no further than Landmark Exteriors! To learn more about our services, check out our website or speak with one of our professionals at 203.838.3838.

When it comes to your roof, every decision is a big deal – you’re most likely going to be living with it for the next 20 to 30 years – no pressure! And with all the different materials, shades, and colors to choose from, it can become a very daunting process. Here are a few things to consider to help you make your decision a little easier.

Decide on dark or light. Although there are many colors to pick from, first you should decide between dark or light. Some people think dark colors are more likely to have heat retention. While this may be true with black shingles, there is no difference between any other dark color.

Pick roofing based on your siding. Keep in mind, the paint on your shutters, doors, and siding can always be changed, however bricks are permanent.

Add dimension. Although you want your roof color to match the rest of your homes exteriors, you also don’t want it to be an exact color match. Choose a hue that compliments your homes exteriors instead.

View roofing materials in different lighting. Before making a final decision, compare you color choices in the sun, the shade, during the day, and at night. This will help you make sure the color matches your taste no matter the time of day.

Consider the resale value. If you’re thinking about selling your house within the next few years, try to pick a roof color to appeal to the masses. This will make your home easier to sell.

Reflect your personal taste. In the end, the biggest factor that matters is your own personal style and taste. Make a list of colors and materials you are drawn to and which ones you want to avoid before picking out your samples.
Need a roof repair or installation? We’ve got you covered. At Landmark Exteriors, we offer only the top-quality roofing materials to provide our customers with durable, weather-resistant, guaranteed roofing solutions. Our experienced and well-trained installation professionals are experts at installing and are ready to take on your next home renovation project! To speak with our professional staff about a new roofing installation, give us a call at 203.838.3838 or visit us on the web.

Cedar siding is an attractive and practical option for your home’s exterior. But when you’re in the market for new cedar siding, the amount of options you have may leave you overwhelmed. The best way to start your new endeavor is to familiarize yourself with this material so you can make the best decision for your home.

Species
Both red and white cedar are used for siding materials. Red cedar siding is usually more durable and comes in a variety of styles. White cedar siding only comes in one style and because of its light color and weathered look, it’s often used in coastal areas.

Grade
Red and white cedar siding is available in different grades, which will affect the overall look of your home’s exterior. There are clear grades, which have a fine, smooth appearance. There is also knotty grades, with shows knots and other growth characteristics, giving the siding a more rough and textured look.

Finish
There is typically two finishing options – a semitransparent or a solid finish. A semi-transparent finish allows the natural color and texture of cedar to show through. Solid finishes stains the cedar and alters its natural color.

Style
When working with white cedar siding, there’s only one style available – shingles, which offers a more tailored look. Red cedar siding is not only available as shingles and shakes, but also in a variety of clapboard options as well.

Whether you need siding repairs or replacement, Landmark Exteriors is here to help! If you’re looking to preserve the health and beauty of your homes cedar, call Cedar-Life, a division of Landmark Exteriors. We clean and preserve cedar, delaying the harmful effects of sun, rain, and snow. If your cedar has already been damaged, we can help restore and rejuvenate it’s natural beauty. We leave our customers 100% satisfied, without exception. To speak with on one of our professional staff members more about Cedar Life, give us a call at 203.838.3838.

Are you interested in upgrading your home and increasing its value? Consider a metal roof – it’s one of the fastest growing segments of home improvement! Find out why this material is surpassing other roofing options on a number of different counts:

Benefits of Metal Roofs
Lightweight. Metal is one of the lightest materials you can install on your roof. Although the weight can vary based on the different types of metal options, overall, metal roofs can be around 50 to 100 pounds lighter than other roofing materials.

Longevity. Metal offers high weather resistance and has a longer lifespan than shingles and asphalt. With proper care, you can expect a metal roof to last around 60 years.

Environmentally friendly. Metal is one of the most energy-efficient roofing materials. It reflects heat and helps keep homes cooler in the summer. Plus, it also contains a high amount of recycled content.

Excellent weather performance. Metal is exceptional at preventing leaks while also providing wind and fire resistance. According to Metal Roofing Alliance, some insurance companies offer home buyers up to 30 percent reduction in premiums for weather-resistant metal roofs.

Additional Facts
– Metal roofs don’t solely lower heating bills. There are many other factors that contribute to your homes low energy usage – adequate insulation, fixed air leaks, and energy efficient windows.
– Metal roofs are not loud. Typically, metal roofs are even quieter than an asphalt shingle roof. They are installed with a solid sheathing attached to help reduce the noise.
– Metal roofs do not attract lightning. Even if lightening did strike, the energy would be dispersed throughout the structure.

No matter which roofing material you have installed on your house, Landmark Exteriors is happy to help you with any and all of your roofing needs, from installation to repairs and maintenance! To speak with on one of our professional staff members, give us a call at 203.838.3838.

Every home is different and the way you choose to display yours is up to you. However, cedar-siding is becoming one of the most popular building materials and for good reason. With it’s unique grain patterns, rich colors, and wide range of benefits, it’s a smart choice for both new homes and fixer-uppers. Here are four reasons why you should kick vinyl-siding to the curb and choose cedar instead.

1. They’re Beautiful
With its unique tones and patterns, cedar siding means no two homes look exactly alike. Its classic design goes well with all different types of houses and homeowners can treat the siding with stains, finishes, or oils to create their own unique look.

2. Superior Insulator
Cedar siding is an excellent insulator. By preventing the loss of warm air in the winter and keeping in the cool air during the summer, cedar siding helps you save energy throughout the year. It also helps protects the structure of your home from excessive weather conditions.

3. Safe
Vinyl siding is very popular, however there is one major drawback – in the case of a fire, it can release very harmful fumes. Cedar siding exceeds most building code requirements with its flame-spread and smoke development classifications.

4. Environmentally Friendly
Cedar trees are good for the environment because they absorb greenhouse gas emissions that lead to global warming. Another benefit? Once it completes its lifetime of use, it is completely biodegradable.

If you’re looking to preserve the health and beauty of your homes cedar, call Cedar-Life, a division of Landmark Exteriors. We clean and preserve cedar, delaying the harmful effects of sun, rain, and snow. If your cedar has already been damaged, we can help restore and rejuvenate it’s natural beauty. We leave our customers 100% satisfied, without exception. To speak with on one of our professional staff members more about Cedar Life, give us a call at 203.838.3838.

Don’t let the icicles dangling from your home fool you into thinking they are a delightful winter season add-on to your home’s aesthetic. Icicles can tear off gutters, loosen shingles, and worst of all, cause ice dams. Learn more about ice dams below so you can enjoy a winter free of roofing problems.

What Is An Ice Dam?
Ice dams are chunks of ice that form at the edge of a roof, which can prevent melting snow from properly draining. The water that backs up behind the ice dam can end up reaching underneath your shingles and make its way into your home.

Quick Facts
– It doesn’t take much moisture to form an ice dam. Although thick snow accumulation creates ice dams more quickly, they can occur with very little snow on your roof.
– When it comes to insulation, more is not always better. Improperly insulated homes are just as bad as under insulated ones.
– You can’t always see ice dams from the ground. Sometimes, ice dams grow up valleys and on top of dormers making it almost impossible to identify from a ground-eye view.

How To Stop Ice Dams
A key step in preventing ice dams is by simply keeping your attic and roof cold – if your roof is warm, it will melt the snow which can then freeze to ice, which leads to ice dams.
1. Close up your attic bypass – About one-third of your home’s heat loss is through the ceiling into the attic. Experts will fix any air leaks caused by unblocked walls, gaps in drywall, and cracks around light fixtures. By stopping this air leakage, you’ll also end up saving energy which will reduce both your heating and air conditioning bills.
2. Measure your attic insulation level – Building codes require about 12 to 14 inches of insulation. If you have less than eight inches, we highly suggest adding more.
3. Add roof and soffit vents – This task draws in cold outdoor air and flushes out warmer attic air, cooling the attic as well as the roof.

Preventing damage from an ice dam is all about being proactive, so when you think you may have a problem, call Landmark Exteriors, we can help you address any roofing issue. Some of our services include roof inspection and repair, ice damming, snow guard installation, roof snow removal, and more. Visit our website to learn more about our services and our preventative maintenance plans, or give us a call at 203.838.3838!

The winter is in full swing and the chance of roof damage has hit its peak due to heavy snowfall and ice accumulation. It’s not uncommon for homeowners to think the removal process is as easy as shoveling their driveway, but if not properly cared for, you can end up doing more harm than good. Leave this dangerous work to the professionals who have the proper experience and equipment.

• Water leaks from ice and snow. Water trapped on your roof is caused by interior heat from your home, creating an ice dam on your roof, gutters, and downspouts. The water then ends up inside your home, creating interior and exterior water damage. Keep in mind, melting ice and snow yourself with rock salt or calcium chloride may seem like a good idea, but it is not recommended – you’ll end up damaging your shingles.

• Clogged gutters and downspouts. Once the water stuck in your gutter freezes, the ice expands, causing a blockage. If you notice your gutters or downspouts are filled with ice, call a professional to repair the issue and be sure to set up a regular cleaning to reduce the risk of them getting clogged with ice again in the future.

• Structural damage to your roof. Roofs are built to withstand a certain amount of weight, but the accumulation of snow can take its toll on this sturdy structure. Avoid a collapsing roof and find out how much snow your home can handle.

Removing snow and ice from your roof may seem like an easy task, but it’s a job made for the experts. To help you eliminate the odds of leaks and structural damage this winter, turn to Landmark Exteriors for our Home Care services. We can provide you with roof inspection and repair, gutter repair, snow guard installation, ice damming, and more! Keep your roof in excellent condition and give us a call at 203.838.3838.

January is a month of reflection and change. While the bleak colder months result in us slowing down, take advantage of the momentum of the new year by creating a checklist of things to accomplish for your home. There are a wide array of homeowner tasks throughout the year, but here are a few of the most common in the first month of the new year.

1. Post Holiday Cleanup
Say goodbye to the happy holiday season by carefully packing up all your holiday decorations. Gather your wrapping material – wrapping paper, ribbon, cardboard boxes – and recycle them for the new year. Clean your floors of any pine needles and confetti pieces and find places to store your gifts. This will help give your home a refreshed feel.

2. Organize Your Space
Make a fresh start for the new year by clearing away the clutter in your home. Divide, conquer, and label everything. Clean your space of unwanted items and organize the leftover household items in a free corner, drawer, or shelf.

3. Create Home Goals
The new year marks a time of re-evaluating, planning, and updating. Focus on what home goals you would like to achieve this year. Whether you’re thinking of updating an old roof or simply picking a new paint color for a room, your home can always benefit from a little change.

4. Set Up A Maintenance Plan
Keep home problems under control by creating a regular check-up. Include a preventative maintenance plan on your homes exterior as well! You can avoid future damage and expensive repairs down the line. It’s beneficial to hire a professional for this process because they can provide you with expert opinions and solutions.

Keep up with your winter checklist by hiring Landmark Exteriors for your home’s services and repairs. Landmark Exteriors provides preventative maintenance plans to help keep your home in great shape. To learn more about our services, check out our website or speak with one of our professionals at 203.838.3838.