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After the Nor'easter: The Roof Problems Homeowners Notice Too Late illustration

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After the Nor’easter: The Roof Problems Homeowners Notice Too Late

Understanding Post-Nor’easter Roof Issues Nor’easters bring intense wind and rain that can…

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For After Labor Day: The Exterior Problems Homeowners Notice Too Late

Start Where Guests Actually Walk Most homeowners start exterior checks by looking…

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Labor Day Exterior Punch List: Small Repairs To Handle Before Fall Weekends Fill Up

Why Late August Is the Best Time for Exterior Repairs As summer…

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End Of Summer Siding Check: What To Look For Before Fall Weather Hits

Start With The Obvious Stuff Walk the outside of the house slowly.…

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Project Highlight: Full Exterior Upgrade in Washington Township

A Practical Exterior Refresh, Completed in Phases This Washington Township homeowner first…

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Window Leak Or Siding Problem? How To Know Where The Water Is Really Coming From

Start With Where The Water Shows Up The location of the stain…

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Before the Next Big Storm: A Homeowner’s Roof Readiness Checklist

Late summer storms in New Jersey can arrive quickly and with force.…

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Blue Nail Exteriors Is Bringing AZEK's New Siding to Northern New Jersey

At Blue Nail Exteriors, we're always looking for products that deliver the…

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What Shingle Degranulation Really Means for Your Roof

A Little Granule Loss Is Not Always a Crisis This is where…

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Project Highlight: Denville Roof Replacement with GAF Timberline HDZ

A Roof That Needed More Than a Simple Repair Some roofs reveal…

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Your Roof Is a System—Not Just a Shingle

When most homeowners think about replacing a roof, they picture the shingles.…

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Do Not Put Off Your Roof Check This Summer

Summer Gets Busy Fast Between vacations, graduation parties, backyard barbecues, and long…

Thunderstorms in New Jersey: What To Do If a Tree Falls on Your Roof illustration

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Thunderstorms in New Jersey: What To Do If a Tree Falls on Your Roof

New Jersey Storms Can Turn Serious Fast Summer thunderstorms in New Jersey…

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How New Jersey Homeowners Can Tell if a Skylight Leak Is Coming From the Roof, Flashing, or Condensation

Why skylight leaks get misdiagnosed Most people focus on the wet spot…

Repair or Replace? How North Jersey Homeowners Should Think About Repeated Roof Leaks illustration

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Repair or Replace? How North Jersey Homeowners Should Think About Repeated Roof Leaks

A Leak is Rarely Just About the Stain on the Ceiling When…

How New Jersey Homeowners Can Tell if Their Gutters Are Too Small for Today’s Heavy Rain Before Overflow Starts Damaging Fascia and Foundations illustration

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How New Jersey Homeowners Can Tell if Their Gutters Are Too Small for Today’s Heavy Rain Before Overflow Starts Damaging Fascia and Foundations

Heavy rain exposes gutter systems that were barely adequate to begin withA…

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What North Jersey Homeowners Should Know About Attic Ventilation Problems Before Summer Heat Puts Extra Stress on the Roof

Why Attic Ventilation Matters More Than Most Homeowners Realize Your attic is…

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Why a Spring Roof Tune-Up Matters After a Harsh Winter

What Winter Weather Can Leave Behind Winter can be tough on a…

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Ice Dam Damage Case Study for a New Jersey Home

When Winter Roof Damage Hides Beneath the Ice During the winter months…

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Midnight Mesa Shingles Bring a Bold New Look to New Jersey Homes

A New Roofing Color That Homeowners Are Noticing When homeowners replace their…

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Why a Spring Roof Tune-Up Matters After a Harsh Winter

What Winter Weather Can Leave Behind Winter can be tough on a…

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Why Spring Roof Preparation Matters for Your Home

As we begin to see the snowdrops creep up from the ground,…

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Winter Roof Leaks: Common Causes and Smart Solutions

In New Jersey, we’re no strangers to harsh winter storms. Heavy snowfall…

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What to Expect During a Siding Installation Project in New Jersey

Replacing your home’s siding is a big decision, and it’s normal to…

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Choosing Color with Confidence: What We’re Loving for 2026 Siding

The new year often inspires homeowners to refresh their spaces, and when…

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Your Winter Roofing Checklist: What to Inspect Before and After a Storm

Winter in New Jersey can be tough on your roof. Snow, wind,…

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How to Prevent Ice Dams and Roof Leaks This Winter

As winter weather settles into northern New Jersey, ice dams and roof…

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Winter Roof Repairs: What Counts as an Emergency?

Not every roofing issue during winter is an emergency—but some are. When…

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What to Do If Winter Weather Damages Your Roof

When winter storms hit New Jersey, your roof is the first line…

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What Is Insulated Vinyl Siding — and Is It Worth It for Your NJ Home?

If your home feels drafty in winter or your heating bills keep…

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We’ve replaced a lot of siding in NJ. Here’s what most homeowners wish they knew before starting!

Hey everyone! We’re a home exterior company based in Montville, New Jersey,…

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The new look for suburban homes? What we’re seeing more of in NJ siding projects.

Hey folks—posting from the perspective of a home exterior company in Northern…

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Ask a local home exterior pro: What NJ homeowners should know before winter hits

Hey neighbors, we’ve been getting a lot of questions about how to…

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How to Winterize Your Home’s Exterior: A Checklist for NJ Homeowners

New Jersey winters are nothing to laugh at. Deep snowfall, below freezing…

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Can You Replace Your Siding in the Winter? (Short Answer: Yes, And Here’s How)

It’s easy to understand why people don’t see winter as a viable…

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Top 10 Exterior Home Improvements That Add the Most Value

When it comes to enhancing your home's exterior, the right upgrades can…

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Why Local Matters: The Benefits of Hiring Roofing Contractors in Bergen County

When it comes to protecting your home, your roof is one of…

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Roofing Contractors in Essex: What Services Should Be Included in Your Quote?

When you’re searching for a roofing contractor in Essex, choosing the right…

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Why More Homeowners Are Turning to Local Roofing Companies That Finance Repairs

When it comes to roofing projects, choosing a local partner who offers…

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Beat the Heat From the Top Down: Why Attic Ventilation Matters

Summer heat can push your home to its limit, so if you’re…

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Roofing Companies That Finance: What to Expect During the Application Process

A roofing project—whether you're repairing or replacing—can be one of the most…

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Choosing the Right New Jersey Roofing Company: What to Look For

When it comes to your home, few investments are as important, or…

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5 Standout Features of James Hardie Siding That Make It Worth the Hype

When it comes to exterior home improvements, choosing the right siding can…

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Roof Replacement Insurance: 5 Common Mistakes Homeowners Make

When roof damage strikes, whether from a sudden storm or years of…

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Top Signs You Need Siding Replacement Near Me Sooner Than You Think

Your home's siding does more than boost curb appeal—it acts as a…

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Why Speed Matters: The Hidden Costs of Delaying Emergency Roof Repair

When disaster strikes, whether it's from high winds, storm damage, or an…

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Spring Roof Revival: Cleaning Tips & Material Upgrades

Spring is here in Montville, NJ! As winter fades and spring blossoms,…

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25 Roofing Questions Every Homeowner Should Ask in 2025

The New Year is the perfect time to reflect on goals, plans,…

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Camelot II vs. Slateline, a GAF Shingle Comparison

Asphalt shingles are a popular install & roofing material for many homeowners…

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Design Styles to Make Your Home Stand Out with James Hardie Siding

Designing your home's exterior with James Hardie siding can be a great…

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Getting Your Roof Ready For Winter

Winter is a tough time for roofs, especially in the Northeastern states…

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How DaVinci Composite Slate and Cedar Shingles Handle Winter Weather

Many beautiful homes use natural cedar roof shingles. Did you know that…

Roof Inspection Before Listing Home

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What to Know Before Replacing a Historic Roof

Are you planning a roof replacement for your historic New Jersey home…

Roof Repair or Replacement

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How to Tell if Your Roof Needs a Repair or To Be Replaced

There are times when you can get away with just a simple…

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The Top Roofing Material Options for 2021

When the time comes to replace your roof, doing some research and…

Roof Leak Damage

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What You Can Do When Your Roof is Leaking

When you notice a leak in the roof, address the issue immediately…

Siding Contractor Installation

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4 Factors to Consider When Choosing a Residential Siding Contractor

Consider your options before selecting a siding contractor to ensure your new…

Vinyl Siding Ultimate Guide

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Your Ultimate Guide to Vinyl Siding

Re-siding your home can give it a completely different appearance that will…

Roof Inspection Before Listing Home

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Should You Get a Roof Inspection Before Listing Your Home?

Discover why reviewing your roof is the right choice for maximum resale…

Residential Siding

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How to Choose the Perfect Siding for Your Home

When the time comes to re-side your home, here’s how to select…

Local Roofing Contractor

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Why Choose a Local Roofing Contractor?

Learn why local teams are your best choice for a superior roofing…

Painting Home Siding

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Everything You Need to Know About Painting Your Siding

Painting home siding can provide an affordable, effective way to enhance your…

Aluminum Gutters

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Choosing Your Gutters: Copper vs. Aluminum

A closer look at which material might be the right fit your…

Wolf Portrait VS Azek

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Choose Your Siding — Wolf Portrait vs. AZEK

There are more types and brands of siding to choose from than…

Everlast Siding

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Everlast Siding: What You Need to Know

Everlast siding provides a durable, low-maintenance, and attractive siding option for your…

Open Door

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Which Door Is Best for My Home?

Spotlighting 3 top door brands: Marvin, Andersen and Therma-Tru When it comes…

Roofing Shingle Showdown

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Shingle Showdown – GAF vs. Composite Slate and Composite Cedar

Which shingle option holds up best to high noon, harsh weather, and…

Celect vs Everlast Siding

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Choose Your Siding - Celect Vs Everlast

The right siding can add a beautiful and functional finish to a…

Cement Siding

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Fiber Cement Siding for Beginners

Fiber cement siding is a durable and versatile material that’s growing in…

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Learn the Parts of Your Roof and Make Some Savings

Meet Your Roof and Make Some Savings Learn all the parts that…

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Top 10 Roofing Problems and How to Fix Them

Learn how the most common roof issues impact homes and what can…

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How New Siding Can Make Your Home More Attractive to Buyers

When looking to sell your home, updated exterior features can make the…

Row of colorful, red, yellow, blue, white, green painted residential townhouses and homes with brick patio gardens in summer

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HardiePlank vs. Vinyl Siding: Which One Is Right for Your Home?

Learn the pros and cons of each material before choosing to re-side…

A roof's gutters are filled with fallen leaves.

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Spring Roofing Maintenance Tips

The warm weather is quickly approaching! Before you know it, we’re going…

A wooden door is sanded and prepared for installation

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What Your Doors Say About Your Home

How well do you know your doors? Our introduction to their real…

A home has ladders leaning against it, with half of the house having a fresh coat of white paint applied to it, while the other half is a faded brown color, waiting to be repainted.

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4 Exterior Contracting Projects Perfect for the Spring

In early February, the groundhog told us we’d be having a quick…

Picking the right windows for your home can be difficult, but not with this actionable guide!

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How to Choose the Right Windows for Your Home

They come in all shapes and sizes, and they do a great…

Drones are making roof inspections infinitely easier!

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The Buzz About Drone Roof Inspections

We’re used to looking up in the roofing business, but if you’ve…

Your Roof is Incredibly Important and Should Not Be Disregarded

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Build a Better Roof: The Benefits of Composite Roofing Materials

Explore the advantages of using composite roofing materials to improve your home.…

homeowner standing outside his house

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How Homeowners Can Be Sure of a High-Standard Roofer

New Jersey roofing standards aren’t what they used to be. It’s more…

A properly ventilated roof will make all the difference in your home.

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Does Your Home Need a Breath of Fresh Air?

Efficient ventilation is good for the structure of any home, but most…

excessive amount of snow piled up on residential roof

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Do I Really Need to Clean the Snow Off My Roof?

A roof in good condition should be able to withstand all of…

Roof after a blizzard with two people shoveling snow off of it

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A Look at How Bad Blizzards Can Be for Your Roof

Winter storms bring the worst trials weather can throw at us. Snow,…

Remodeled home with a view from the front yard

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Remodeling With Longevity in Mind

3 remodeling projects that will stand the test of time If you…

home with gray siding and snow covered roof in winter

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How to Prep Your Roof for the Threats of Winter

Winters in New Jersey can be heavy, and quite literally so when…

historic building after window replacement

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Historical Homes: Beautiful Yet Inefficient

Why older houses – and especially their windows – may need an…

roof with icicles hanging from sides

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How to Prepare Your Home to Withstand the Worst Effects of Winter

The war against winter begins long before it arrives. Here are the…

A slate roof reflecting the sunlight.

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The Pros and Cons of a Slate Roof

Slate looks great, but installation can be costly and time-consuming One of…

A Tornado rips the roofing off of a home

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Is Your Roof Prepared for a Hurricane?

Your home will be protected and storm-ready when you can check off…

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How to Care for Your Slate Roof (and What Could Happen If You Don't)

“Repair or replace” is a perennial question when homeowners start to spot…

Detail views of downtown Park City Utah on a summer day in August 2018

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The 3 Best Siding Options to Increase Your Home’s Curb Appeal

Curb appeal. It’s definitely important, especially when you’re putting your home up…

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Choosing Your Siding: HardiePlank vs. Everlast

While it’s true that siding can dramatically improve the looks of a…

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3 Major Causes of Roof Damage

Your roof is one of the most important components of your home.…

A Morris County home has had GAF Shingles installed.

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Where to Look for Leaks in Your Roof

A funny spot on the ceiling of an upstairs room. A water…

beautiful house with designer shingles

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5 Things Designer Shingles Can Do For Your Home

A good design makes things that are memorable. Great design adds value…

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Preparing For a Storm: How to Protect Your Roof

Everyone wants rainbows but no one wants to do what it takes…

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Top 5 Signs That the time has come to Replace Your Home Windows

With home change ventures being exorbitant and tedious, it's anything but difficult…

A worker painting the siding, so it is no longer brown, but a light grey color.

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How to Paint Aluminum Siding

Most people are unaware that weathered aluminum siding is an excellent surface…

White paint across a roof

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The Best Solution for Leaking Roof until the Roofing Contractor Arrives

If you are a homeowner that has a flat roof then you…

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