Capital Construction's Roofing & Siding Blog: home maintenance

With 2023 all wrapped up, its time to reflect on the hail season and advise on what is to come in 2024. 2023 Compared to 2022 In 2022, the four largest storms impacted an estimated 802k, 193k, 89k, and 47k households, totaling over 1.1 million in total. The hail size among these storms ranges from .

With winter approaching soon, there is no better time than the present to prepare your home for the cold. Here are eight of the most important steps to take in order to ensure your home's protection going into winter. 1.

Comparing estimates from a few companies can be a smart idea - but, can also be overwhelming. Cole from Capital Construction walks us through 4 things to compare when reviewing estimates. License and Insurance Check with each contractor and get a copy of their license and insurance.

Here at Capital Construction, we are Owens Corning fans. Not only are we a Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor, but we have over 30 years of experience installing the product!

Why does your roof leak every winter? Turns out... It probably isn't a leak! The moisture from your own home can reach its way into the cold, dry attic thanks to inadequate insulation.  When it reaches this part of your home, that is just as cold as it is outside, it will freeze!

Ice Dams are a common occurrence in states like Minnesota, but they shouldn't have to be! Protect your roof, home, and family from the damaging effects of ice dams this winter. Ice dams are formed when snow is melted above warm spots in your attic.