The Focus on Energy Program in Wisconsin: Rebates for Home Upgrades
Are your energy bills out of control? Is heat or cool air constantly escaping? Do you want to make energy-efficient upgrades to your home but are worried about the cost? Well, thanks to Wisconsin’s Focus on Energy program, you may be eligible for rebates[...]
The Role of Roofing and Pest Prevention: Keep Unwanted Critters at Bay
Fall and winter are right around the corner, which means animals are going to be looking for a cozy spot to call home. Don’t let your roof be the place they decide to nest! Animal infestations can result in costly damages, and in[...]
How to Budget for Roof Replacements Across a Multi-Property Portfolio
Roofs represent one of the largest capital expenditures (CapEx) in any property portfolio. After all, they play a crucial role in protecting not only your buildings, but also the occupants, inventory, or equipment in them. Across a multi-property portfolio, the significance of properly[...]
What is Roof Re-Decking and Why Is It Important?
If you’ve recently gotten a roof replacement or received an estimate for one, you may have been surprised to hear that your roof needs to be “re-decked”. While this may seem unnecessary, re-decking is an important part of the roof replacement process, and[...]
Is My Damaged Roof Covered by Homeowner’s Insurance?
Are you suffering from a leaky roof after a storm? Wind-damaged shingles? Hail punctures? If so, you might not have to worry about paying for the repairs out-of-pocket—in many cases, your homeowner’s insurance will cover either all or the majority of the costs, leaving[...]
What Does A Roof Inspection Include?
When it comes to protecting your home or business, roofs play a pivotal role. They’re the first line of defense against rain, wind, and other elements that could damage your property (or even threaten your safety). That’s why it’s so important to incorporate roof[...]
Why Property Managers & HOAs Need a Roofing Partner
If you own a property management company or work for an HOA, then you’re probably used to having a lot on your plate. The task of managing a property (or even multiple properties) comes with no shortage of responsibilities. Maintaining healthy tenant relationships, keeping[...]
How to Choose the Right Roofing Company for Your Rental Properties
It helps to have someone on your side that you can trust—especially when it comes to roofing. Roofing systems are particular and complicated, especially on rental properties, where (depending on the use of the building) they often have unique needs and issues. But how[...]
What Property Managers Should Do in a Roofing Emergency
Unfortunately, as a property manager, it’s impossible to prepare for everything, and damages are bound to happen. Whether it’s the result of bad weather (or simply bad luck), at some point, you’re going to experience a roofing emergency. It could be anything from[...]
How Does a Trusted Roofing Company Save a Property Management Company Time and Money?
A property management company has a lot of responsibilities—in charge of overseeing the day-to-day operation and upkeep of typically multiple buildings at a time, they have plenty to do and only so many hours to get everything done. That’s why they rely on[...]
A Property Manager’s Guide to Roof Leaks
As a property manager, the last thing you want to discover is that the roof on one of your buildings is leaking. Frustrated by the thought of another task to add to your (already lengthy) to-do list, you may be tempted to avoid[...]
How to Prevent Ice Dams on Your Roof
If you’re a homeowner dealing with the harsh Wisconsin winters, you’ve likely experienced or witnessed an ice dam. An ice dam is a ridge of ice that is formed when snow melts and then refreezes, creating a rigid layer that sits along your[...]