3 Common Roof Issues

Your roof can have issues from time to time; it happens. Sometimes those problems are a result of nature. Sometimes, they're the fault of shoddy workmanship. Whatever the case, there are a few roof problems that are fairly common. We've picked out 3 to highlight here.

Leaks. This is the obvious item on the list. It's likely that you've seen a roof leak at one point or another, and perhaps helped someone strategically place buckets around to collect the leaking water. A leak could be the result of worn shingles, or backed up water from an ice dam.

Poor workmanship. Most roofers will call themselves professional, but not all of them are capable of doing professional work. If you're experiencing roof problems not long after your project is done, your roofer might not have been as experienced as you thought.

Blow-offs. Improperly-installed or faulty roofing shingles or flashing can result in blow-offs, exposing your roof to the worst that nature can throw at it. This is a problem you'll want to have looked at as soon as possible.


Total Home Exteriors can help you solve any of your roofing problems. Give us a call today at (612) 388-7795, or complete our free roofing estimate form online.

Cleaning Your Vinyl Siding

Spring is here, and now that you're spending more time outdoors, you finally got a look at the vinyl siding on your house for the first time this season. And it's dirty. Very dirty. So what do you do now?

Clean it, of course.

We've put together a small guide to get you going in the right direction. You'll want to have some materials handy; plastic sheets, bleach, a bucket, a cloth, and some vinyl cleaning solution that can usually be picked up at a home improvement store.

First, you'll want to cover any of your outdoor electrical outlets or lights. You certainly don't want to destroy your home while trying to clean it. Next, check your siding for mold and, if you locate it, mix 5 parts water and 1 part bleach in a bucket, and scrub the mildew off. Finally, you'll be able to get down to the actual cleaning. Spray down your siding with a hose, and then scrub with a mix of water and your vinyl siding cleaning solution. When finished, rinse the siding with the hose again. Allow the siding an hour or two to dry, and you'll undoubtedly be amazed by the transformation.

Do you need siding installation or siding repair? Give Total Home Exteriors a call today at (612) 388-7795.