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window heat frame

Heating your home in the winter can be a real challenge when the temperature drops down below freezing. And it can be especially challenging when you have windows with frames that don’t hold heat in

snowy climate roofing material

Winter has officially reared its ugly head, and we know what comes next – more freezing temperatures, heavier falling snow and gustier winds. When these elements make an appearance, you want to be sure that

Best Gas Fireplace

Winter is coming, and with it come shorter days, longer nights, overall much colder temperatures. If you find yourself feeling chilly during the winter, one way to keep yourself warm – and add a little

ice dam

Winter means snow, and here in Pennsylvania it can mean a lot of snow. This snow, particularly if it is wet and heavy, can mean problems for the roofs on buildings and homes. Fortunately, there’s

chimney on snowy roof with leaking issues

Now that fall has arrived, winter isn’t too far away and with it will come colder temperatures, ice and snow. Not only will these elements become problematic for the roads we travel and our driveways,

ridge ventilation

Attic venting is an important part of the design of a home. During cold weather, attic ventilation can help to remove moisture from the attic space and to prevent ice dams from forming on the

roof leaks

Most homeowners’ worst nightmare involves something with the roof of their house. At the end of the day, your home shields you from the elements, and the roof is the most vital part of that

gutter guards

With fall right around the corner, that means the trees will be changing color and the days will get shorter and colder. It will also mean that we’re only a short time away from leaves

Tips for Hurricane Season

Late summer and early fall is often a time to think of last-minute summer getaways, fall festivities and preparation for the coming winter. It is also a time to think about hurricanes. The full hurricane

Replace a Chimney Liner

It is important to have your chimney and its liner inspected at least once a year, especially if you use it on a regular basis. Chimneys need to be checked regularly to ensure that everything

roof damage - roof repair expert

Summer is the favorite season of many people thanks to the beautiful weather and warm temperatures. As enjoyable as summer can be, however, it can also stir up some dangerous and potentially damaging weather conditions

different types of roof

When building a new home or business building, one of the many decisions you will need to make is what type of roof you would like to install – flat or sloped. Although you may

trusted roof repair experts

Summer is a great time of year for most of us, but it can take a toll on your roof. The hot sun can cause more damage on your roof than you may imagine, and

Skylight installation services - Roofing by Bruce

Do you have a dark and dreary room that needs natural light to cheer it up? Are you looking for an energy-efficient way to brighten your home? A skylight is the perfect way to flood

moss on the roof shingles

No one likes to have a roof covered in mold or moss. Not only is it unsightly and have the potential to drive your property value down, but it can also be seriously damaging to

window replacement services

To repair or replace your home’s windows – that is the question. If you’re having a hard time deciding whether to repair or replace your windows, remember this saying: “out with the old, in with

chimney repair and replacement

Now that spring is here, many homeowners will head outside to work on their home as well as checking for any damages from winter. One of the areas that should be looked at, especially if

Roofs are one part of buildings frequently taken for granted and not given much thought. Replacing a roof involves deciding on which materials are best, while constructing a new building or making an entire roofing

Roofing by Bruce metal roofing

One common belief that has become more and more popular in recent years is that metal roofing can actually help make a home stay cooler during the warm weather months. However, is that really the

roof replacement services

Winter weather can do quite a bit of damage to our homes, and especially to the roof. This can lead to many homeowners going back and forth on whether to install a new roof or

roof maintenance - Roofing by Bruce

With spring just around the corner, it means it’s time to start some spring cleaning around the house. However, spring cleaning shouldn’t just stop within the four walls of your home. You should also take

Snow on Roof

With winter now in full swing, that means our homes will be exposed to things such as ice build up or ice dams. Left unmanaged, these accumulations can lead to serious problems, including roof damage

Asphalt Shingles Roofing by Bruce

Although most of us typically only have to replace the material on the roof of our homes once, it’s important to make sure we pick the right one. You want your roof to last –

gutter expert

With winter weather on its way, many of us have already gone through and gotten our homes ready by doing such things cleaning our gutters. While you’re doing up on the roof, though, have you ever

gutter with leaves

It is that time of year when we start battening down the hatches and prepare to spend a lot of time indoors. Before you head inside for the winter season, it’s important to make sure

cut down energy cost winter

As temperatures drop and you shut off your air conditioner in favor of your heater or fireplace, you’re likely looking to spend as little as possible while still keeping your home warm. Fortunately, there are

trusted fireplace replacement

Fireplaces are a great addition to any home. Both gas and wood options offer a degree of warmth, but unlike wood-burning, gas fireplaces provide steady, consistent heating. The heat from a wood fireplace decreases as

asphalt shingle roofing

Getting your roof redone or totally replaced seems like a costly endeavor and it is. Many bemoan when it’s that time to do up the roof and while we don’t blame them, we still think

chimney repair services

Over time, the mortar between the bricks on your chimney could degrade and break down. This is due to the extreme elements of the outdoors they are exposed to on a daily basis, especially in

chimney repair services

It won’t always be obvious when your chimney needs repair. In fact sometimes the signs that a chimney needs a little work are hard to see and can only be found when you’re looking for