Capital Construction's Roofing & Siding Blog: Ingrid Iverson

Picking a contractor is one of the hardest parts of starting your remodeling project. You're trusting this person with your home, time, and money. Here are 3 tips to find the best contractor for your job. First, make sure that the contractor is licensed, insured and bonded.  Ask for documents w...

Do your gutters take a hit every winter? Try these three tips on your own home to avoid damage and leaks! Gutter Guard The number one problem people have is leaves clogging up their gutters.  This big problem has an easy fix! A gutter guard or screen is places on top of the gutters to prev...

So, the insurance adjuster is pulling out of your driveway after telling you 'Your roof is approved to be replaced/repaired! Congrats!' Now what? The first thing you will receive from the insurance company is a Summary of Loss. It's a small paragraph that goes over the benefits of your loss.  T...

Every Friday we're answering your questions!  We work with A LOT of homes that are damaged due to storms. Here are three ways you can file a claim with your insurance carrier and get your home back to tip-top shape! 1. Call your Local Agent If you have a local agent that you talk to about your...

When WorldCom-MCI went under due to Bernie Ebber’s $11 billion accounting scandal in 2002, John Hope found himself without a job.  He was working in sales for the telephone company, despite being technologically-challenged, and was known for being the best at getting his foot in any door. Jim H...

Every week we're answering your questions! Here's this week's -  "Do I need a contractor present when my insurance company is looking for damages?" First off, it is within insurance companies' best interest to minimize the loss where ever they can. Second, frequently with big storm events, loca...

Every Friday we're answering your questions! Here's another one we get a lot whenever a hail storm comes through. "What does hail damage even look like? And how do I know my roof may be damaged?" Here are 4 things you can look for after a storm. If you do find any of these signs of damage, call your...

This is probably the most common question we get.  'Will my insurance rates go up after I file a claim?' The short answer is no. A claim regarding a storm is deemed an 'act-of-nature' claim. You couldn't do anything about it to prevent it. Your rates cannot be raised based on these kinds of cla...

The temperatures are beginning to drop and leaves are beginning to fall. Get your home ready for the season ahead by checking these necessary home maintenance tasks off your to-do list. 1. Check Heating and Air Conditioning System It's important to get your furnace inspected before it is on 24/7. Th...

Have you ever wondered what a Project Manager at Capital Construction does on a daily basis? Well, it is anything but ordinary. Everyday looks a little different, but here is an average Thursday for Sales Manager Colton Ward. He starts the day with a roof inspection alongside an insurance adjuster a...