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As a society, we are learning about various ways to reduce our carbon footprint, keep our homes cooler, and improve our energy efficiency. In fact, many of the ways in which we do these things using our roofs aren’t necessarily new ways. Some have been around for years. If you are considering a green roof or a cool roof, you will find that both have many benefits and both look pretty cool on your home.

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In an effort to save money and reduce their impact on the environment, many homeowners, such as yourself, may be interested in installing solar panels on your home. Solar panels are a great option when it comes to reducing your utility bills. With enough solar panels installed on your roof, you can significantly reduce your reliance on the electrical grid. However, it’s important to note how solar panels can affect your roof, so make sure you start off with a roof that is capable of handling a solar panel installation.

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You may be surprised how often it comes up that a homeowner is planning a remodeling job when fire, water, or storm damage occurs to the house. It seems logical to think while the damage is being repaired might be the perfect time to conduct the remodel upgrades you've been planning. As to conducting the work on the ground, it makes perfect sense to do all the work at once. However there is a process involved which sometimes makes it more difficult than to simply have everything done immediately but the damage has to be repaired ASAP.

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Decks add value to your home because they add comfort for your family while you live there and provide the same added comfort to the next family should you ever decide to sell. Further, the deck is essentially an additional room on your house when the weather allows you to spend time outdoors. Whether you enjoy privately sunbathing with a book or entertaining guests, the deck provides the space you need to fully enjoy your house as a home.

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Although your roof is sturdy and can withstand a lot, it’s not impervious to severe weather. Roofs that may be approaching their final years or those that are already damaged are at risk of collapsing during the winter months. Fortunately, you can improve the condition of your roof to ensure that it doesn’t collapse and threaten your family’s safety.

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Your roofing offers you protection from the top of your home to the bottom. From protecting your home from damage stemming from severe weather to ensuring that your home is sturdy for years, your roofing is unlike any other component of your home. Many homeowners try different ways to extend the life of their roofing to no avail. If you are like most homeowners, then you will be happy to know that there is one way you can make your roof last longer—roof coating.

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Summertime tends to provide reasons for renovations and home repair. Whether it's because of damage caused by thunderstorms and hail, making renovations you've always wanted, or if it's simply to fix up an older home for the sales season, contractors remain busy during the summer weather. Most reputable contractors will make it a priority to provide emergency services on the home you live in before providing luxury services. Better yet, a great contractor will be running multiple work crews and be able to care for your needs quickly and efficiently.

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Decks have become a part of nearly every modern house because they add an extra living space, essentially another room, when the weather permits being outside to enjoy the fresh air. People with outgoing personalities tend to have friends who visit regularly and use their decks for entertaining. Family oriented people like to use a deck for grilling in order to make cooking dinner a family event, and more introverted types like to quietly read or take a nap in the peaceful comfort of the outside fresh air. Any deck is suitable for each of those purposes, or a deck can be customized to suit your specific needs.

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When you are in the process of getting your home remodeled, everything can seem like it takes too long. From mapping the design of your new addition to determining the best roofing material, everything seems to be an obstacle to the end goal—your new renovation. At Intelligent Design Corp, we understand your desire to get the renovation moving along, which is why we put together some tips you can take to make the process move swiftly.

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As much time and effort as you put into taking care of your home as a comfortable space for your family on a daily basis and to maintain a welcoming invitation for friends and guests, there are occasions in which situations outside of your control can cause damage which has to be repaired. Whether the damage your home suffers is minor or entails major renovations as repairs, an experienced contractor can guide you through the process of home repair with the minimum of worries until your house is like new again.

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