Ways to Winterize Your Windows in Royal Oak, MI
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Ways to Winterize Your Windows in Royal Oak, MI

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Ways to Winterize Your Windows in Royal Oak, MI

Oh dreaded winter. Are you sick of hearing about the oncoming snow and storms yet? We're a bit sick of talking about it, but we at Martino Home Improvements want to make sure that our customers are prepared. That's why we're going to go over tips for winterizing your home windows. These tips will help you save on your energy bills and protect your home. 1. Install Storm Windows Did you know that storm doors and windows can increase energy efficiency by 45%? That's what makes installing storm windows worth it. To do this you simply remove your screens, clean [...]

Jim2022-09-28T14:30:11-04:00Categories: Windows|Tags: Oakland County, Royal Oak Roofing and Siding Company|

How to Clear Snow from Your Roof in Michigan
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How to Clear Snow from Your Roof in Michigan

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How to Clear Snow from Your Roof in Michigan

We got a taste of snow already here in Oakland County, Michigan last week. It was a wake up call that winter is coming and with it snow, shoveling, and slippery sidewalks. Our roofers have installed a lot of new roofs recently and we'd like to see those roofs last. One way that you can help your roof is to clear the snow off of it in the winter. The extra weight isn't good for your roof, whether you have a new or old roof. You can try heating cables. These have to be professionally installed, but once they [...]

Jim2022-09-28T14:31:06-04:00Categories: Roofing|Tags: Michigan|

Protecting Your Concrete from Michigan’s Snow
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Protecting Your Concrete from Michigan’s Snow

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Protecting Your Concrete from Michigan’s Snow

Happy Holidays from everyone at Martino Home Improvements After an unusually warm Thanksgiving, it may seem strange to talk about snow. But anyone who's lived in Oakland County Michigan knows that it can hit anytime. If you've lived here your whole life, you probably know how to handle snow and snow removal. However, you may not know that you are damaging the concrete around your home with de-icers and salt. Find out how and how to prevent it below. How De-Icers and Salt Ruin Concrete Concrete de-icer mixes with snow and ice to form a liquid brine that lowers [...]

Jim2022-09-28T14:32:07-04:00Categories: Concrete|Tags: Michigan|

Does your Southfield Roof Need to be Replaced or Repaired?
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Does your Southfield Roof Need to be Replaced or Repaired?

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Does your Southfield Roof Need to be Replaced or Repaired?

A common mistake that we see here in Southfield, Michigan, is homeowners who call us in for a roof repair when they need a roof replacement and vice versa. It can be hard to tell when a roof just needs a fix and when it requires tearing down and rebuilding. Here are some ways to tell the difference. Age Your roof's age is a big factor in whether or not you can repair or replace it. Usually a good rule is that if your roof is 15 years old or less that it's cheaper to repair. If your roof is [...]

Jim2022-09-28T14:33:11-04:00Categories: Roofing|Tags: Oakland County, Southfield|

Pros and Cons of a Concrete Driveway in Livonia Michigan
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Pros and Cons of a Concrete Driveway in Livonia Michigan

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Pros and Cons of a Concrete Driveway in Livonia Michigan

While concrete is usually the number one choice for driveways here in Livonia, Michigan, they're not the only choice. You can go with pebble driveways or asphalt. However, since concrete is the popular choice, we'll go over the pros and cons of concrete driveways. Pros Long-Lasting Concrete usually doesn't crack for a long time after it's poured. In addition, potholes very rarely occur in concrete driveways. So, you can expect your concrete driveway to outlast all the other materials like asphalt and gravel. 30 years or more is a good estimate for concrete's life span. Temperature If you've ever touched [...]

Jim2022-09-28T14:52:06-04:00Categories: Concrete|Tags: Livonia, Wayne County|

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