If you notice ceiling water stains around your bathroom’s exhaust fan, your first thought might be that you have a leak requiring a roof repair. (The picture above shows moisture buildup in the attic, so much so that the nails and insulation are frozen!) In most instances, however, this is not the case. More likely, […]
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If there’s one area of your home that’s particularly drafty, there’s a good chance there are other spots as well. You can get them fixed before they add another cent to your heating bill! Take a look at these tips on how to find and eliminate drafts in your home. Test Doors and Windows If
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Most homeowners don’t know the importance of attic insulation for their home. Attic insulation makes your home as energy-efficient as possible. Chances are your home doesn’t have enough. Bringing your home up to modern standards will slow heat transfer. At Muth and Company Roofing, we know the value of making sure you have adequate attic
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Understanding Ceiling Stains Around Your Bathroom Exhaust Fan If you’ve noticed ceiling stains forming around your bathroom’s exhaust fan, your first instinct might be to think you have a roof leak that requires immediate repair. However, in the majority of cases, this isn’t the root cause. More likely, the problem lies in insufficient venting. When
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The sun beats down on your roof, day after day. It’s no surprise that the attic is the hottest spot in the house. Having the right amount of insulation goes a long way toward controlling the loss of heat from your home in winter. But did you know that it will also make your home
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When the upper portion of a roof is warm enough to melt snow and the eaves below are cold enough to freeze the runoff, an ice dam is born. So What IS an Ice Dam? Ice dams are ridges of ice that form along the bottom edge of a roof due to unvented heat loss
You wouldn’t go out into freezing winter weather without your coat. Your home’s attic insulation is your home’s winter coat. High heating bills during the winter months can really put a strain on the budget! Not to mention holiday expenses. As temperatures outside continue to drop, savvy homeowners want to look for ways to make their
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Home energy costs eat up a large part of a homeowner’s budget every month, especially in the winter. As part of National Energy Awareness Month, we would like to share some quick and easy tips that will help you save money on your energy bills this winter season. Here are five ways to save money
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There are several ways to extend the life span of your roof A new roof is one of the most expensive home upgrades you can make. Costing between $6,000 for a simple replacement and $15,000 for a high-quality upgrade, replacing a roof isn’t cheap. Depending on the type of roof you have, you’ll likely need
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Your roof can do more than just protect your home from the elements. It can also help reduce your heating and cooling bills. Here are just a few of the things you can do to help make your roof more energy-efficient. Keep Up on Maintenance Regular maintenance of your roof by a professional roofing company
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There is a lot of misinformation out there about how and why an ice dam forms, and what can be done to prevent them. Here are just a few myths relating to ice dams and the truths that might help you better understand ice damming. Myth #1: An ice dam is easy to spot from
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Have your heating bills seemed abnormally high this winter? Are you at a loss as to the cause? If you live in a home that is 10 years old or older, there’s a good possibility that the culprit might be an inadequate amount of insulation in your attic. An attic energy efficiency inspection from Muth
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If you have had a new roof installed recently, the last thing you expect is to have a failing roof anytime soon. Unfortunately, if you chose the wrong roofing contractor, you could end up facing this all-too-common scenario. Here are four common roofing installation mistakes that inexperienced or unethical roofers sometimes make that could cause
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While energy costs fluctuate with the seasons, for the past 10 years the overall trend has been upward. If your attic insulation is not properly installed, the cost to adequately heat and cool your home has likely gone up as well. Fortunately, Muth & Company Roofing in Columbus, OH, offers a convenient way to help
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Insulation and attic efficiency are hot topics every winter when the temperatures dip below zero. What people often fail to realize is that insulation doesn’t just matter in the winter; it’s also an important tool to combat summertime heat. Insulation Matters Year-Round Attic insulation does more than act like a blanket to keep warm air
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We’re all tired of the long winter, but the good news is snow and ice can be handy indicators of how well your home is containing heat. Walk outside and look at your roof to determine if your home needs insulation or ventilation work. Compare your roof to your neighbors and the pictures below. A
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You wouldn’t go out into freezing winter weather without a coat. Your home’s attic insulation is your home’s winter coat. High heating bills during the winter months can really put a strain on the budget! Not to mention holiday expenses. As temperatures continue to drop, savvy homeowners want to look for ways to make their homes
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If you hear odd noises in the attic, it may not be aliens! Scratching noises and signs of animal activity on and around your roofing in Columbus, OH, are clues that you have unwanted roommates within your home. As temperatures drop, attics become attractive to animals seeking refuge from the cold and a cozy place
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Preparing to winterize your Ohio home may take a back seat to many other preparations for the holiday season. Before you get lost in shopping for gifts and hanging lights, it’s important to winterize your Ohio home. Is your roofing in Columbus, Ohio, prepared for heavy snow? Are your windows and doors well-insulated? Here are
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Sometimes, a humidifier can do more harm than good. Muth & Company crews are inspecting many homes with moisture issues in walls, ceilings, and windows. We are finding that many of these problems are from a humidifier being set too high. During the Ohio winter, a humidifier comes in handy to moisten dry air that
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Replacing your roof is the perfect time to replace attic insulation. If you own a home, you know that the costs of maintaining it can add up quickly. As a homeowner, it’s always a good idea to try to save money by scheduling two projects at once. Have Muth & Company Roofing replace attic insulation
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According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), the typical home can lose up to 45% of its overall energy through poor ventilation and insulation. As a homeowner, we know you don’t want energy to simply go to waste. The good news is there is a way to make sure this doesn’t happen. To ensure
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The condition of any roof will be determined by more than the quality of the roofing materials installed. Underlying factors like attic ventilation and insulation are just as critical. Homeowners usually have a greater interest in projects that will improve the aesthetic appeal of their homes. Especially those that may increase the curb appeal of
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Ice damming can cause severe damage to your home. If you don’t prevent ice damming, it can tear off your gutters, loosen shingles, and cause water to back up under those shingles and drain into your home. Water that cannot drain off properly works its way under your roof covering and flows into the attic.
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Did you know that one of the biggest sources of home energy loss is above you? It’s in the attic space. To reduce utility bills, the first place to focus on is the attic. Why Attic Insulation Matters To Reduce Utility Bills Adequate attic insulation is vitally important to prevent the movement of heat between
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Attic insulation works by trapping tiny pockets of air between insulating fibers or foam, which slows down the flow of heat through a space. Because heat rises upward, the risks of not having adequate insulation in your attic is especially important. The higher the amount of attic insulation, the longer it takes heat to move
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Because your roof protects you from the elements, it is bound to take a beating. That’s why it’s important to regularly check your roof and gutters to make sure that they are in perfect working order. And to make it easier, you need a complete roof inspection list. A roof inspection is not just an
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Icicles hanging off a roof add a pretty wintry touch to a home But icicles can be one symptom of a poorly-insulated attic space and/or an inadequate insulation along the attic floor. Ice damming will leave damaging effects on your home. Icicles are often indications of this larger problem. The consequences can wreak significant havoc
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Properly insulating your attic will provide comfort and energy efficiency and help prevent energy loss. By creating an air barrier within your attic space, you can help regulate heat transfer and prevent air leaks. On average, heating and cooling your home makes up 50 to 70 percent of your overall energy usage. This means
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Here are Chad’s top 5 home winterizing tips to make sure your home is up to par before super-cold weather hits. As a roofing professional who’s been in business for over 30 years, company owner Chad Muth knows virtually all there is to know about preparing your home to face another frigid Columbus winter. Work
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Keeping your home warm doesn’t need to be complicated. The weather is getting colder every day. And as the temperature drops, you want to get the most out of your heating dollars. All the while keeping your home warm and comfortable. One of the best ways to keep your home warm is with attic insulation.
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You can benefit from an attic energy inspection if your air conditioner seems to be running non-stop this summer. It can feel like you’re throwing money out the window. One of the benefits of an attic energy inspection is lowering your utility bills. It may be like finding cash in your attic. The EPA estimates
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Go up to the attic on a hot summer day. Chances are you will be met with a blast of hot, humid air. Have you ever wondered if your attic ventilation affects your air conditioner’s efficiency? Under ventilation causes your air conditioner to work harder. This makes it more difficult to keep the upper
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An attic insulation inspection can create a more comfortable home. A properly insulated attic can create a more comfortable home by regulating heat transfer and preventing air leaks. Air flows from warmer areas to colder ones. During the winter, heated air from inside your home naturally tries to escape to the cooler air outside. During summer, the hot
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As a roofer for over the past 30 years, Chad Muth knows quite a few tips for winterizing your home. Here are Chad’s top 5 tips for winterizing your home, and areas you should focus on when preparing for another harsh Columbus, Ohio winter. Start At The Top When Winterizing Your Home Clean all debris
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The benefits of an attic ventilation inspection can help identify opportunities to help you save money on your energy bills. When your rooms are stuffy or humid, you can tell you lack ventilation. In these cases, you can open the window or turn on the ceiling fan and your problem is fixed. Lack of attic
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