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Roofing History

July 11, 2010
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Roofing History

Advancements in roofing have been made over the years in regards to durability, sustainability, and aesthetics. From the earliest fire-hazardous and short-lived straw roofs to a modern green roof. Though roofs have always served to protect inhabitants from the outdoors, basic improvements such as slanting a roof and adding eavestroughs for proper water drainage,...

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Building “up”,”down” & “out”

June 12, 2010
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Building “up”,”down” & “out”

First homes are meant to be grown out of and renovated for increased value. Rarely does the new owner intend to stay for a lifetime. However, when owners grow attached to the home and neighborhood, and have the job stability to stay in one place, they may never leave! With growing families or the...

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