Will Insurance Pay for a New Roof?
Is your roof severely damaged and needs to be replaced? Let’s face it, roof replacement in MD is not cheap, so you want to know if your homeowner’s insurance will cover the cost to replace your roof. The answer is “it depends”. Keep reading to learn more about homeowner’s insurance and roof replacement. Types of […]
Roof Repair vs Replacement
Unless you have past roofing experience, it can be difficult to decide whether or not your roof can be repaired or if it needs to be replaced. At Platinum Exteriors, we have a lot of experience repairing and replacing Maryland roofs, and wanted to talk today about when your roof can be repaired, and when […]
How a New Roof Can Improve Your Landscape
Did you know that your roof can actually harm your landscaping? It’s not the most common association, but this is indeed the truth. A bad roof isn’t only a safety problem, but it’s also an aesthetic problem. Take a look at some of the ways a weak roof can negatively impact your landscaping, and what […]
How Weather Can Damage Your Home’s Exterior
Severe weather can wreak havoc on your Maryland home in more ways than one, but the most common is exterior damage. Heavy rain, thunderstorms, high winds, hail; all of these can cause major problems for your roofing and siding. Taking some steps to prevent damage to your home is an important part of home maintenance. […]
5 Signs of a Failing Roof
If you’ve been in your home for quite some time, or you’ve recently purchased an older home, you may be wondering how soon you’ll need to replace the roof. If you don’t know exactly when the roof was originally installed, it can be hard to know when it needs replaced based on age alone. Luckily, […]
How Can I Tell if I Need a New Roof?
For most homeowners it can be difficult to decide when it is time to replace their roof. In most cases, roofs deteriorate slowly over time and it can be hard to know when repairs are too costly and investing in a new roofing system is the smarter option. In some cases, the answer is obvious […]
Home Exterior Updates to Consider for 2020
Fall and winter are a great time to survey your home and come up with a list of projects to complete in the upcoming year. Winter can be hard on your home’s exterior, so if you notice that some things may need attention in the fall, they will likely need attention even sooner after winter […]
When to Replace Your Roof
Home maintenance is a necessary part of homeownership, and deciding when to replace things is something all homeowners have to deal with at some point. Whether your home needs new windows, new siding, or a new roof, it is important to stay on top of these things to protect your home and keep it energy […]
Common Questions for Roofing Companies
If your home is in need of a new roof you probably have quite a few questions about your options. From trying to decide on a roofing material, to cost, to standard practices, having a general idea of the process is a good idea before contacting a roofing company. Let’s look at some common questions […]
How to Tell if My Roof Needs Repair or Replacement
Your roof is one part of your home that you usually don’t think about until there’s a problem. It’s not easy to maintain since it’s not easily accessible and it is constantly exposed to the elements and wildlife that can damage it greatly. It’s also one of the most expensive repairs your home can require. […]