It’s storm season in the Midwest. We can expect heavy rain, wind and hail with summer storms, and they can be damaging to your home. When storms hit an area, the storm chasers are never far behind. Avoid doing business with storm chasers. These scammers will arrive from out-of-town to an area that has been recently hit with a significant […]
Now that Spring is here, homes all across the Omaha metro area are getting new roofs – many are replacing roofs that were damaged by hail last summer. If you live in a neighborhood with a Homeowner’s Association (HOA), keep in mind that many HOAs have covenants regarding roofs. Some restrictions include they type of materials, weight and color of […]
As we get closer to Summer, keep in mind there is a good chance we will experience severe storms, as we did last year. Here are a few helpful reminders to help you weather the storm season: Keep your gutters clean and free of debris that can prohibit them from working properly Check your roof for loose or broken shingles […]
We often talk about the many benefits of a DaVinci roof – durability, weather and fire resistant, etc. – but one thing we don’t say enough is how much it will improve the overall look and curb appeal of your home! You can see for yourself in these before and after images of the Ryan home. The home had a […]
As we reflect on the recent Thanksgiving holiday, and look forward to the upcoming Holiday season, we want to pause and express our gratitude to those who support us. We are grateful to the Omaha community for giving Weatherguard Inc. the opportunity to serve you for more than 30 years. In the past year, we have felt your support more […]
We have been enjoying a mild Fall season, but we know winter is coming. Take advantage of the warmer temperatures now to prepare your home for the winter weather. Start with the roof. Walk around the perimeter of your house, or use a ladder if it is safe, checking for the following: Look for any loose, missing or broken shingles […]
If you are waiting to replace a roof that was damaged in a summer storm, here’s a word of caution – you might be running out of time to have the roof safely replaced before winter. What does that mean? Proper installation of an asphalt roof requires proper conditions – temperatures above 50 degrees, dry, and ideally sunny. If the […]
Winter and colder weather will be here before too long, and that may have you feeling anxious about replacing your roof that was damaged from a summer storm. Beware, fraudulent roofers prey on vulnerable homeowners. If you are cautious and do your homework, you can avoid being taken advantage of by a roofing company. Here are some things to be […]
If you live in the Regency neighborhood in Omaha, you are aware of the ordinance prohibiting asphalt shingles on residential roofs. Cedar shake shingle roofs were common when the homes were originally built, largely due to their aesthetic beauty, and the ordinance was passed in order to maintain the original appearance and integrity of the neighborhood. Shake shingles are beautiful, […]
It’s winter in Nebraska, but here at Weatherguard, Inc. we are not just sitting around, waiting for the Spring or the next storm to hit. We have been busy ordering materials and scheduling projects for Spring. Trent, Vice President of Business Development, has been particularly busy. Trent recently completed the accreditation process with the American Institute of Architecture (AIA). Trent […]