Sizing Up the Best Vinyl Siding Brands, Part 1: Mastic

There are a lot of options when it comes to vinyl siding, and before you make the investment it’s important to become educated about your options — including which vinyl siding brands are best, as well as which vinyl siding type meets your aesthetic and budgetary needs. That said, we’ve created a 4-part series that provides an overview of America’s top four vinyl siding brands, as well as the products each brand offers. In Part 1 we’ll be diving into Mastic vinyl siding. Before we begin, it’s important to mention that Mastic offers a transferable lifetime limited warranty on their luxury vinyl siding, vinyl siding, vinyl soffit and vinyl accessories, which is fantastic whether you are looking to stay in your home, or sell. In addition, Legacy Exteriors is a Mastic Master Contractor, which means we’re able to provide Mastic’s Double VIP Limited Lifetime Warranty to homeowners. EverPlank Mastic has reinvented vinyl siding with Mastic EverPlank Luxury Vinyl Siding, which combines a true-to-wood look, durability and easy maintenance — creating a truly luxury vinyl siding

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Prolong the Life of Your Roof with these Attic Tips

In the month of May, our articles focused on roofing — specifically GAF roofing products. In this article, we’re shifting our attention from the roof to the attic. Why? Because a couple of useful attic tips can help extend the life of your roof, regardless of whether your roof is brand new or not. Essentially, our attic tips boil down to ventilation and insulation … A Well-ventilated attic can prolong the life of your roof … Keeping your attic well-ventilated is a key element in roofing care. It’s something we take into account when we install a new roof on a home, and it’s also something you’ll want to inspect — or have a professional inspect — if you haven’t done so recently. That said, how do you determine if your attic is well ventilated, or if there are issues that need addressing? Check for mold in the attic. If mold is present, have a professional, local remediation company stop by and take a look. Essentially, with moisture can come mold, mildew, and fungi —

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The Different Types of GAF Roofing Shingles, Part 2

In Part 1 of our series on the different types of GAF roofing shingles, we covered the first five types of shingles in the GAF collection. In Part 2 of the series, we’ll dive into the remaining five products — offering an overview of each product, as well as the warranties that come along with them. On that note, as with the first five types of GAF shingles, each of the following products has amazing warranties that provide peace of mind. Let’s dive into Part 2 … Woodland® These shingles feature a hand-cut European look, and they cost considerably less than traditional slate or wood shake shingles. Benefits Include Advanced Protection® Shingle Technology delivers outstanding protection for your home Highest roofing fire rating:  UL Class A, Listed to ANSI/UL 790 Artisan-crafted shapes, combined with oversized tabs and a dimensional design, for sophisticated beauty Included Warranties StainGuard Plus™ Algae Protection Limited Warranty Lifetime Limited Warranty DuraGrip Adhesive Slateline® These shingles have bold shadow lines, as well as tapered cut-outs, for the look of slate at a

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The Different Types of GAF Roofing Shingles, Part 1

In addition to being America’s #1 asphalt roofing brand, GAF is well known for offering a variety of shingles products to meet a homeowner’s aesthetic and budgetary needs. And all GAF products come with amazing warranties, too, for extra peace of mind. In this two-part series, we’ll be covering all ten of GAF’s asphalt shingles offerings, as well as the warranties that come along with them. Let’s get started with the first five GAF asphalt roofing products … Timberline HDZ® This is GAF’s #1 selling asphalt shingle. It features High Definition® color blends coupled with industry-leading warranties. Benefits Include High-definition color for exceptional depth and dimension HDZ is engineered for easy, precise installation Includes advanced algae protection Included Warranties  StainGuard Plus™ Algae Protection Limited Warranty WindProven™ Limited Wind Warranty Layerlock™ Technology DuraGrip Adhesive Timberline UHDZ® “UHDZ” stands for Ultra High Definition, and that’s exactly what these shingles provide, along with a beautiful aesthetic, and a long list of benefits. Benefits Include Timberline UHDZ is a premium laminate shingle, and is a heavier grade than the

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Parts of a GAF Shingle Roofing System

Did you know there are seven parts to a GAF shingle roofing system — including ridge cap shingles, attic ventilation, rooftop accessories, shingles, starter strip shingles, roof deck protection and leak barriers? In this article, we’re going to cover each of these parts, what they look like and where they can be found on a GAF roof. In case you’re not familiar, GAF is America’s number one brand of shingles makers, and it’s the top choice of the Madison-area homeowners we work with because of the outstanding aesthetic, quality, and warranties. The following is just an overview of each part of a GAF shingle roofing system. That said, if you have questions, please reach out! We’re always happy to help answer any questions you may have about your roofing. Let’s get started with our overview … RIDGE CAP SHINGLES Designed to help defend against leaks at the hips and ridges of your roof. ATTIC VENTILATION This goes a long way in helping reduce attic moisture and heat to prolong the life of your roof. ROOFTOP

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