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ROOFING & REPAIRS
From damaged shingle repair to designing a full CertainTeed replacement roof system, we offer a full range of affordable roofing services to protect your home. Financing available.
SIDING & REPAIRS

New siding can increase the value of your home and decrease home maintenance costs. Learn more about Modern siding services today including financing offers.

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Insulation

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

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FAQ

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.

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FAQ

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.

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Modern Pro Tips

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.

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Before and After

Yes You Can Paint Siding

If new siding isn’t in your budget, don’t let that stop you from updating your home’s curb appeal. Check out this before and after, we repainted the home’s siding using Sherwin Williams Duration exterior paint in Dovetail Gray. The effect is a stunning and updated exterior.

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Modern Pro Tips

Warm Weather Energy Saving Tips

Often homeowners think of insulation as a Fall/Winter project and a great way to save money on home heating costs. What a lot of homeowners don’t know is that wall & attic insulation can save you just as much money during the summer months when your AC is keeping your family comfortable.

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FAQ

How Much Does a New Roof Cost in Michigan?

A Home Improvement Specialist from Modern Xterior Improvement will look at the following factors when estimating the price of your roof. 1. Pitch – How steep is the roof?As the pitch increases, safety becomes a factor and the difficulty to apply the roof.  Roof pitch refers to the amount of rise a roof has compared to the horizontal measurement of the roof called the run.

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