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How to Prevent Tree Damage to Homes

A couple of summers ago, my family was planning a vacation to Texas for a wedding. Flights were booked, hotel rooms blocked, and all of our bags were backed. The morning we planned on leaving for the airport, we got…

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Coronavirus Could Complicate Hurricane Season 2020

Hurricane season is here.  Meteorologists are at work and love to make predictions about how many hurricanes will make landfall and their potential severity.  People in high-risk areas will be directly affected, of course, but everyone still needs to pay attention….

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Springing into Strong Winds and Storms

If the wind was strong enough to pick up Dorothy and Toto and pull her entire house into a tornado and send them to the magical Land of Oz, there is no telling what it could do to your property….

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After the Storm: Steps to Repair and Recover

The storm has passed and the immediate danger is over. Now it’s time to survey the damage and decide on the best course of action. Here are some steps to mitigate further damage and get started with repairs.

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After the Storm: Finding and Hiring the Right Contractor

The recent severe weather in the Midwest is a reminder we can experience significant storm damage to our homes anytime of the year.  Unfortunately, these storms also bring out many roofers, contractors, and workers who all want your repair business….

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Recognizing Roof Damage

It happens four to six months after every major storm – claims start rolling in with unusual descriptions of loss: “Neighbor has hail damage.” “A roofer came to the door and said there was serious damage in the neighborhood.” “My…

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Navigating the Roof Claim Process

It’s springtime again and Mother Nature is already sending us strong winds and hail that may affect the one thing that offers the greatest protection to our home: the roof. Most of us have many questions when it comes to…

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