Minimizing Storm Damage: Preparing Your Home for Storms

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Your home is more likely than not to suffer some form of damage after an extreme weather event, but that doesn’t mean you can’t do anything about it. There are ways to minimize storm damage to your home and the resulting repair costs.

Roof Coatings and How They Reduce Environmental Impact

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Solid building codes, environmental issues and bottom-line considerations have made roof coatings more popular than ever. In fact, more and more commercial property owners are using them as part of their maintenance programs, all while lowering their buildings’ environmental impact. They may not be deemed as cure-alls that correct every possible problem, but they are the […]

What You Need to Know About Cleaning Your EPDM Roof

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Ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) is a popular rubber roofing membrane that provides high-quality protection to commercial properties at an affordable price. It has a proven track record of remaining intact even during extreme weather events like heavy rainfall or hailstorms. With proper upkeep, it can last for up to 50 years.

Spotting Signs of Wind Damage After a Storm

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A severe storm is a frightening event. While we keep ourselves safe inside, the home’s exteriors take the brunt of strong winds, heavy rainfall or hail. Oftentimes, the roofing system suffers the most.

How to Choose the Best Siding for Your Climate

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When tackling a siding installation project, you shouldn’t only consider the cost, warranty, style and color of the products available. You also need to determine whether your siding is right for your local climate. At Ridgeline Construction, we understand the importance of choosing the right siding for your home. As a local company, we are […]

Rubber Roof Membrane Punctures: Causes and How to Prevent Them

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Without a doubt, roofing systems cost a ton of money. It’s the single most expensive part of a commercial building, especially when it uses high-quality materials like slate shingles, metal roof coatings or rubber roof membranes. When one part of the system is compromised, the entire roof will be affected. As such, it’s reasonable for […]

Debunking Myths and Misconceptions About Fiber Cement Siding

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When it comes to home improvement, your choice of materials is always crucial. Careful planning and research should be done. Choosing from a sea of siding installation companies, for example, could be quite daunting. More than that, the right type of siding will have a great impact on the value, functionality and aesthetics of your […]

Signs You’re Dealing With Wind or Hail Damage at Home

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The forces of nature are often unforgiving. Storms and floods can wreak havoc on your patio and deck. Extreme winds can shatter your windows, and even mild hailstorms can cause a lot of damage to your roofing system.   Your roof should protect you from outside forces, but lack of regular storm damage roof inspection, […]

Home Improvement Projects to Avoid When Selling Your Home

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So, you’re planning to sell your house. Rather than relocating right away, you have chosen to make some improvements to increase its value. While that could be a good idea, there are still a lot of things to consider before making such a drastic move. At Ridgeline, we’re experts when it comes to your home’s […]

Features and Benefits of Single-Ply Membranes

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A common practice when constructing commercial buildings is the installation of a flat roof system. For many years, these systems comprised multiple layers of materials. These, however, are now steadily being replaced by single-ply membranes, most common of which are EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) and Thermoplastic Polyolefin (TPO) membranes. For the owners and managers […]