Dealing with Roof Damage Caused by Animals
Squirrels are so cute, aren’t they? Those bushy tails, those cheeks stuffed with acorns. It’s all fun and games until a critter or flying creature decides to start chewing on your house – specifically, your roof. Here are some of the signs that you may have roof damage caused by wildlife – and what an […]
4 Questions to Ask Your Roofing Contractor
If you don’t ask questions, you won’t always get answers. Find out some of the most important things you need to ask your roofing contractor before you sign on the dotted line and allow them to put a roof on your house. Are you licensed and insured? Professional roofing contractors are properly licensed and insured […]
How to Identify Roof Damage
You don’t have to be a professional roofer to identify roof damage on your home. There are some signs of disrepair that make themselves well known and others that, with careful observation, are clearly a problem. If there is anything wrong with your roof, always contact a professional, licensed roofing contractor to confirm and address […]
4 Signs of a Bad Roofing Job
A new roof is a major home investment. You want to trust that the company you’ve hired to replace the cover on your home has done a good job, or maybe you were told that the home you just purchased has a roof that is meant to last. But then weird things begin to happen, […]
The Importance of Hiring a Licensed Roofing Contractor
Roof repair is a big job and one that you should not consider doing yourself. DIY roofing may sound feasible if you are comfortable with heights, but that isn’t the only factor you should take into consideration. A roofing contractor has experience with all types of repairs and replacements and you will probably find that […]
Michigan Residential Insulation Rebates 2022
You qualify for a rebate if DTE is the primary provider of your home’s heat (most DTE natural gas and natural gas/electric combination customers qualify). Single-family homes and homes with less than five connected housing units are eligible. Your home must have a separate entrance and a separate meter. New construction homes do not qualify. Insulation Rebates […]
Put Your Tax Return to Work Saving You Money.
If your home isn’t as warm as it should be in the winter or as cool as it should be in the summer, now may be the perfect time to address your home energy efficiency by turning your tax return into energy savings and financial savings. Homeowners can save about 10% of their total energy bills by sealing air leaks first, followed by adding insulation. Seal air leaks using caulk, spray foam, or weather stripping. Weatherizing your home this way is one of the most cost effective ways to improve energy efficiency and comfort. For a limited time, Modern Xterior is offering low cost attic and wall insulation options for Michigan homeowners.
What Happens If I Don’t Clean My Gutters?
Most homeowners know that they need to keep their gutters clean, but not many know exactly what can happen when clogged gutters go unchecked for too long. Seasons in Michigan can wreak havoc on old, worn or sagging gutters. From the Winter ice dams to Fall foliage, most Michigan homeowners can’t catch a break. Cleaning out gutters might seem like a menial task, but failure to do so can cause major problems for a home.
Watch as the Modern Pros transform this Westland exterior porch overhang into a cozy 4-seasons room
We’re more than just Michigan’s best roofing company, The Modern Pros offer a full range of home improvement services from exterior painting to home additions.
Home Improvement Projects That Pay You Back – Infographic
Nothing shows a homebuyer that you love your home more than a fresh coat of paint. “Your home has to look better on the day of the open house than it’s ever looked before,” says Steve Clark, a real estate professional in Los Angeles. “If the back door is covered in scratch marks from the dog, you have to fix that.”Simple upgrades such as clean switchplates, new faucets and updated light fixtures can completely change a buyer’s opinion of your home.
