When it comes to real estate, there is one word you always here – location, location, location! But there’s an overlooked, equally important phrase that is just as important – curb appeal! And when it comes to curb appeal, color is one of the most dominant elements. A coordinated color scheme on the exterior of a home, including the siding, […]
At Weatherguard Inc., giving back to the community is a priority. We are grateful for opportunities to support causes we believe strongly in, and most recently that was Madonna School and Community-Based Services. For more than 60 years, Madonna has served youth and adults with disabilities. Madonna has provided an unparalleled community of care and expertise to thousands of the […]
The economy is recovering at an accelerating rate, with demand outpacing raw material supply. The Rooferees have worked very hard to shield our customers from the deteriorating supply environment, but we have reached a point where we can no longer absorb the resulting cost increases, and we must pass along a portion to our customers. Therefore, we will share a measure of […]
The National Weather Service reported that the storm that hit Omaha shortly a few weeks ago included 96 mph straight-line winds, leaving power outages – and lots of damage – in its wake. Drive just about anywhere in Omaha and you can see startling damage to trees due to the strong winds. The record winds also left significant damage to […]
A roof is one of the most important elements of your home or commercial building. It is the first line of defense against the elements – rain, snow, wind – and without a proper roof, you could have significant problems. If you need a new roof, how do you know what kind of roof you need? The Rooferees can help […]
This is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Nebraska and Iowa – a perfect time to share some reminders about storm season. In the Midwest, severe thunderstorms pose the biggest weather threat. In order for a thunderstorm to be considered severe, it must produce quarter-sized or larger hail with wind gusts of around 60 mph. About 10% of all annual T-storms […]
After the long, cold winter, we are always anxious to get outside. The weather this weekend looks good enough to get a jump start on some spring clean-up around the yard. The Rooferees recommend you check your gutters, especially if you did not get a chance to clean them out before winter set in. Leaves, stick and debris may have […]
It’s March, the temperatures are warming, the snow is melting, and the sun is out – Spring is almost here! We are all happy to see the snow and ice melt away, and signs of green peaking out in lawns and gardens. But the thaw might reveal some hidden problems. Ice dams occur as snow and ice melt during the […]
The holidays may be over, but many of us haven’t been ready to let go of the holiday lights and decorations. Many homes in town still have Christmas trees up inside and lights hung outside. Hanging lights and decorating for the holidays is festive and fun, and this year more than ever, we needed that to help us get in […]
The Omaha metro area saw the first significant snowfall of the season last week. Several inches of snow fell midweek, and it has stuck around ever since. But, as the temperatures have slowly crept upwards the last few days, and the sun has peaked out, some homeowners have been surprised by the sudden release of snow and ice from their […]