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Beyond the Studs: The Importance of Gutters

June 10, 2023 No Comments

In this episode of Behind the Studs, Legacy Exteriors owner, Josh Gauwitz, spoke all about the importance of gutters.  While gutters may not be the most exciting part of your home, they play a critical part in protecting it from potentially serious issues. Let’s dive in and take a closer look at what every homeowner should know about gutters … All of the debris that collect in your gutters can cause problems for your home — including issues with the fascia, siding, foundation cracking, leaks in your basement, and ice damming in winter months. And, clogged gutters that hold stagnant water can also become a dwelling for mosquitos, which is never pleasant.  That said, gutters are extremely important, but sadly, according to Josh, “they are designed to fail because of their open design. Anytime you get debris in your gutter, granules from shingles, leaves — whatever — it’s going to affect the performance of your gutters. Basically, if it gets in there, it’s going to impact how your gutters operate and this can eventually lead

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The Benefits of Metal Roofing

May 29, 2023 No Comments

When it’s time to replace your roof, it’s important to understand what your options are so you can weigh out which type of roofing is best for your home — and your budget. At Legacy Exteriors, we install three kinds of roofing: asphalt, metal and rubber. That said, today we’re going to focus on the benefits of metal roofing, to give you a solid idea of what you can expect if you choose this type of solution. Let’s start off with a quick definition … A premium product, metal roofing has a higher cost than asphalt shingles. It also has a much better lifespan, as a metal roof can last for up to 50 years or more. We often install standing seam metal roofing systems, which are a type of roofing that is made of aluminum, and can last up to 50 years without needing any major repairs or replacements. A standing seam metal roof has interlocking panels that run from the ridge of the roof to the eave.  THE BENEFITS OF METAL ROOFING COLOR

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Beyond the Studs: The Benefits of Four Seasons Sunrooms Products

May 21, 2023 No Comments

In this episode of Behind the Studs, Amanda Alexander from our design team talked about Four Seasons Sunrooms products. Four Seasons Sunrooms is a company that manufactures many of the amazing products we offer at Legacy Exteriors — including pergolas, sunrooms, 3- and all-season rooms, or a nice screen porch that can be upgraded down the road if the homeowner desires. Today, we’re focusing on two of the major points Amanda discussed in the episode: 1. How virtual 3D renderings, along with getting to know our customers, helps us create room additions that are a perfect fit to an existing home. 2. The benefits of Four Seasons Conservaglass™ NXT with Stay-clean technology. Virtual 3D Renderings Room additions onto an existing home don’t need to look like a “new wing” of the building. In fact, one of the things that sparks Amanda’s creativity is answering the question, “how can we make this room addition look like it’s always been part of this home?” Many things go into the design process to ensure that the new room

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Which Type of Siding is Right for You?

May 11, 2023 No Comments

There’s a lot to consider when thinking about new siding for your home. Between materials, color, warranties, cost — and finding the right installation company — it can feel overwhelming. The good news is, if you’re looking for clarification on which type of siding is right for you, you’ve come to the right place. This article talks about five different types of siding, and the benefits of each: Vinyl Siding Composite Siding Hardboard Siding Cement Siding Wood Siding Let’s get started! VINYL SIDING Typically, vinyl siding is the most affordable option when it comes to siding. The good news is that it is a quality siding choice that offers incredible value for the cost. With vinyl siding, you have two major categories to choose from before you decide on color: Traditional Vinyl Siding is an easy, low-cost way to update your home and increase its value. Insulated Vinyl Siding has a slightly higher cost than traditional vinyl siding, although it typically pays for itself over time as the insulating properties help keep your home warmer

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Understanding the Differences Between LifeRooms, Three-season & Four-season Rooms

April 30, 2023 No Comments

Amanda Alexander, one of our team members at Legacy Exteriors, recently appeared on WIBA 101.5 FM’s program, Behind the Studs, to talk about LifeRooms, three-season, and four-season rooms. During the show, Amanda discussed the following topics, which she’s expanded upon here to give you a better understanding of each type of room addition … What’s the difference between a three- and four-season room? Three-season rooms are exactly what they sound like — they’re a room addition that’s comfortable to use for three seasons: spring, summer and fall. The reason they’re only usable for three seasons is because of the materials they’re made with. Three-season rooms are constructed with single-pane glass, non-insulated floors and non-thermally-engineered frames, which is why they’re not meant for the cold Wisconsin winter months. Four-season rooms (also referred to as all-season rooms) can be used year round. Made with double-pane glass, insulated floors and thermally engineered framing, a four-season room offers cost-effective heating and cooling no matter what the temperature is outside. How do LifeRooms compare to three- & four-season rooms? LifeRooms

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