Excel Home Improvement Blog

Hail, Extreme Weather, and the Integrity of Your Roof

July 23, 2024

After a severe storm with hail, heavy rain, and high winds, what do you check first? Your vehicle to determine if it sustained any damage? Do you look for felled…

Types of Exterior Damage Caused by the Weather

July 16, 2024

Mother Nature isn’t always as calm as a summer breeze over a field of wildflowers. No, sometimes she is downright wild and bombards us with heavy storms- snow in the…

7 Reasons You’ll Need Roof Replacement

July 9, 2024

Roof replacement may be a cringy thing to hear your roof contractor say. However, something far worse than hearing this is to do nothing and hope the problem will fix…

Finding the Ideal Roofing Contractor

June 19, 2024

Roofs are vital elements in ensuring your home’s structural integrity. They are also one of the more expensive home maintenance projects that homeowners undertake. When it’s time to replace your…

Knowing it’s Time to Renew your Home’s Siding

June 12, 2024

Today you can almost tell a home’s age by the color of the siding. In newly built subdivisions you will see homes sporting darker colors with a mixture of textures…

Top Roof Problems to Watch for This Summer

May 24, 2024

What is the one thing you can be sure will happen this summer? It is going to be hot! For sure, the sun is going to beat down and heat…

Why It’s Important for Homes to Have a Gutter System

May 17, 2024

We get it. They’re clunky, they’re kind of an aesthetic breaker, they can be noisy, a hassle, and gross. But gutters are necessary to protect the foundation of a home.…

What’s Happening to the Siding On Your Home?

May 10, 2024

Nothing lasts forever, but you want your home to. Natural wear and tears happen to every part of your home; the paint, carpet, windows, and doors are all common things…

Tips for Getting Ready for Your New Roof

April 26, 2024

Having a new roof installed on your home is an investment so you want to make sure that the roofing contractor you choose is a professional. Refer to my blog…

Why Asphalt is a Solid Choice for a Roof in Michigan

April 19, 2024

Michigan is known for its mild climate, right? Not even close! Very hot and very cold temperatures are the norm for this northern state, as anyone who has lived here…