Author: Renee Ramey

Curb Appeal is an Investment That Pays Off

A house with a metal roof and tidy plants and shrubs in front of it in CT, MA, NH, or RI

Great Curb Appeal Pays Off, No Matter What the Real Estate Market When it comes to residential real estate values, curb appeal is a hot topic.  This always gets a lot of attention—and for good reason. Experts agree that making a great first impression is an investment that pays off.  This can especially add value… ( read more )

Rev up Rooftop Performance in Hot Weather

a metal roof keeping a house cool in hot weather in MA, CT, NH, or RI

Learn how choosing the right roof can help you beat the summertime heat There’s a good reason why some homeowners sometimes describe their energy costs as “through the roof” during the spring and summer hot weather seasons. It’s true that by using subpar roofing material and inadequate installation methods, your roof can be the least… ( read more )

Sound is No Problem With Metal Roofing

Grey metal roof on a light yellow house in MA, CT, NH, or RI

Sound Transmission Performance of Metal Roofs is Music to Homeowners’ Ears April showers may bring spring flowers, but with the rainy season right around the corner, the question that often crops up this time of year is if metal roofs are any noisier than other types of roofs.  Sound transmission is no problem with metal… ( read more )

Solar is Hot: The Rise of Residential Solar Systems and Roofs

The top view of the roofs in home

From marginal to mainstream, the interest in residential solar systems is booming. That’s due in part to a recent decision in California, which requires all new homes in the state to include residential solar systems beginning in 2020. That landmark decision is helping drive solar adoption not only in California, but throughout the country.  In… ( read more )

Fall is a Great Time to Prepare Your Roof for the Coming Season

Closeup of a grey standing seam metal roof in New Hampshire.

It’s Fall: a time for back to school, football and getting ready to prepare for colder weather. The start of the season also means spending a little time getting your home’s roof in shape. While metal roofs are well-known for being easy to maintain, long-lasting and durable, the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) recommends homeowners care… ( read more )