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Prepare your home for the season.Fall weather is in season and winter temperatures are on their way. While California isn’t known for exceptionally cool weather, we have our fair share of chilly nights, frosty mornings, and windy days.

Common Causes of Roof Leaks Roof DamageDo you have any broken, curling, or missing shingles on your roof? This opens the door for water to seep through your roof and flashing and into your home. This is one reason it is so important to schedule roof inspections.

So you are considering finally making the switch to solar power for your home or business, but you probably still have a few questions to ask before fully diving in.

How does solar power work?Solar panels make use of a physical property known as the photovoltaic effect. In some materials, direct exposure to sunlight excites electrons. In their activated state, these particles can produce an electric current.

The Importance of a Strong RoofYour roof provides your home with essential protection against the elements. When the roof's integrity is compromised, issues related to water leaks, pest infestation, and poor energy efficiency become significant.

It's midnight in October, the temperatures are cooling down, and the spooky season is beginning to unfold. That's when you hear the sound. But what could it have come from? You're the only one at home, and you've triple-checked that all of the doors are locked!

You probably are already aware of some of the environmental benefits of solar power. Some of the advantages include the fact that the energy you use is renewable, it is considered clean and doesn’t create any waste or pollution, and it is widespread in areas that receive plenty of sunshine.

Buying a home for the first time is an exhilarating experience, but it can also be overwhelming, especially if it’s your first time. So it’s good to narrow down your options by evaluating the crucial features that are most important to you. For instance, do you need a walk-in closet?

What Is a Living Roof?Throughout the country, urban areas generally look like a blend of gravel-ballasted, asphalt, and black tar roofs when you view them from above. These roofs are typically dark in color because heat radiates off of dark colors better.

ENSURE THAT YOUR SOLAR PANELS ARE PROPERLY INSTALLEDMaking sure that the solar panels are set properly on the roof can help to prevent problems from cropping up later on. When solar panels aren’t attached correctly, they can cause damage to your home’s roofing system.