Reflective barriers- inhibit/repells heat transfer in the attic saving you money on Gas and Electric
bills.
Insulation Materials
Insulation types and reason for use:
Fiber Glass-tradition material, works very well and its a cost effective solution. Some clients report
however that itdoesirritate the skin or induce coughing when they are around it.
Green Fiber- Green
alternative will decreases your carbon footprint, and doesn't irritate the skin or induce coughing.
The Purpose of Guttering
Systems
The purpose of guttering systems is to collect water (rain) from the roofing area and disperse the water away
from your home. Properly configured downspout's (leaders, drain pipes) are very essential. A faulty guttering
system can contribute to damage to Soffit & Fascia, Shingles, Building Foundations, Driveways, Walkways and
Landscaping.
Guttering systems require maintenance to insure protection for your home. Make sure your gutters are free from
debris, leaves, granules from shingles, birds nest. The extreme exposure to nature can also cause sealant failures.
Snow & Ice can loosen fasteners and should be repaired immediately to prevent costly repairs.
The fundamental purpose of rain gutters is to channel and divert water away from the foundation of your house.
However, rain gutters easily get clogged and when they do, problems can quickly arise. When rain gutters get
clogged with leaves, twigs, granules from shingles, and other debris, they overflow and can cause costly damage to
your home. Here is a list of some of the potential damage that can happen to your house due to an
improperly working rain gutter system:
Foundation Damage
Wood Rot
Black Mold
Basement Leaks
Ruined Paint
Eroding Masonry
Shingle and Roof Damage
Driveway Damage
Walkway Damage
Damage to Landscaping
Different styles of gutter are
available to suit the design of the roof, the building method and the desired appearance. Exposed rain gutter is
available in a variety of profiles to suit the appearance of the building. Common exposed rain gutter is fixed to
the fascia board, which in turn is fixed to the ends of the rafters. A fascia gutter incorporates a rain gutter
with a fascia. Box gutter is a deep gutter which is concealed within the structure of the roof. A box gutter is
usually applied when the rainwater is to be collected from points within the boundary walls of the building. Water
collected by a box gutter is fed to the down pipe via a rainhead.