The holidays are over, but if you drive around town, you’ll likely still see Christmas lights on plenty of homes. Despite the work, hanging lights and decorating for the holidays is festive and fun, and gets you in the spirit of the holidays. But much like taking down the tree and the stockings insides, it’s less fun to take down […]
Christmas may be a few weeks away, but we are enjoying some unseasonably nice weather. The Rooferees encourage you to take advantage of the warmer temperatures and make sure your gutters are cleaned and ready for winter. Even if you cleaned your gutters earlier this Fall, it can’t hurt to check them again for the leaves that fell late. The […]
The recent storms are a reminder that storm season is here – and spring storms in the Midwest can be very damaging! Storms with heavy rain, strong winds and hail can cause significant damage to your home – the siding, gutters, decking, and roofs bear the brunt of the hail’s force. As you are assessing your home after a storm, […]
If you have maple tree in or near your yard, you have probably noticed that the whirley birds, or helicopters, have started to fall. Their thin tails allow them to spin and spiral downward – and carry them a few yards away! Your yard, sidewalks, deck and patios may be blanketed with the seeds. As you are cleaning them, consider […]
If the forecast for heavy rain this weekend is correct, homeowners need to act now to make sure the rain is able to drain through downspouts. If downspouts on your home are covered in snow they won’t be able to properly drain. The rain will melt some of the ice in the gutters, but the downspouts on your home are […]
The Ronald McDonald House has been providing housing and resources to families whose children are receiving treatment in Omaha area hospitals for decades. The home relieves families of the burden of housing expenses while in Omaha, allowing them to focus their attention on their child. Weatherguard Inc. had the pleasure recently of supporting the Ronald McDonald House as they underwent […]
It’s been a beautiful Fall ever since the surprise snowfall a few weeks ago. We’ve enjoyed beautiful weather and the gorgeous colors of the leaves on the trees. But we know it can only last so long, the leaves are falling and winter will be here before too long. As the leaves fall and the winds blow, your yard – […]
If you have a maple tree in or near your yard, you know about whirly birds, or helicopters. Whirly birds are technically called samaras. Each one contains a seed and a wing that allows it to spiral downwards and plant itself in the soil. The seeds of many varieties of maple tree mature and fall or blow off trees in […]
As we get closer to Summer, keep in mind there is a good chance we will experience severe storms, as we did last year. Here are a few helpful reminders to help you weather the storm season: Keep your gutters clean and free of debris that can prohibit them from working properly Check your roof for loose or broken shingles […]
Like most things, gutters don’t last forever. They endure a lot of wear and tear through the years, and the harsh weather conditions in the Midwest gradually wear them down. While we do not recommend replacing asphalt shingles in temperatures under 50 degrees, aluminum gutters can be replaced in cooler temperatures. If your gutters were damaged in hail storms last […]