You might think that the recent rainfall would have gone a long way to improving the area’s current drought.  But, it did little to improve things.

The percent of the Northeast region under at least moderate drought dropped from 27.68 to 25.96 percent between April 17 and 24. The area under the severe drought classification fell a little more from 7.35 to 4.07 percent.

The immediate Washington, D.C. metro area is not in drought, but classified as “abnormally dry.”  This includes northern Virginia.

The message here is that we still need rain and when it comes, it will come in buckets. The annual rainfall deficit is 4.17” in Washington, D.C. 
Now is the time to fix your problematic roof and gutters.  Don’t take reactive measures, rather take proactive ones.  Get a quote today!

Here are the annual rainfall deficits for Baltimore:

Baltimore: 4.17”

ROOF REPLACEMENT TIPS - HOME VISIONS INC.

Blistering/peeling of paint on the inside or outside. / Dark or dirty looking areas on roof. / Leakage in attic after driving rain. / Missing, cracked or curling shingles. / Roof shingle, sheathing and siding decay. / Stains on interior ceilings or walls or mold and mildew growth. / Excessive energy costs.
 
If you have seen any of these warning signs you need an estimate. Neglecting your roof can cost you money by decreasing the home's value, increasing your heating/cooling costs and result in higher replacement costs and additional home repair if not addressed.

Home Visions is fully licensed in Maryland, Northern Virginia and Washington DC.  We are a CertainTeed SELECT Shingle Master and we can offer the very best warranty coverage in the industry due to our credentials.  Thank you for visiting and be sure to "like" us on Facebook!

Extruded vinyl windows are predominately used for replacement of old windows and are custom built to fit existing openings.  There are hundreds of manufacturers and fabricators of vinyl windows and their quality, features and price vary widely.

Vinyl is a strong, well insulated material, ideal for constructing a window.  It never requires painting or refinishing like wood and does not corrode or attract condensation like aluminum.  It should have a smooth polished finish that will be easy to clean.

The method of constuction of a vinyl window frame is very important.  Better vinyl windows have fusion welded corners.  The fusion welding process unites the four frame pieces into a single piece, eliminating air and water infiltration and unsightly joints.  The best way to determine how strong a weld is, is to look at a cross section of frame extrusion.  The more surface area fused the stronger the weld will be.  Vinyl windows which have multiple chamber channels will have far more surface area than those that do not.

The quality of vinyl should also be considered.  Cheaper vinyl can contain regrind or recycled vinyl and may contain fillers that reduce the overall strength and durability of the window.  This is particularly critical in brown or bronze vinyl windows that absorb heat more readily and can be susceptible to sagging and warping.


4412 Powder Mill Road Suite 200
Beltsville, MD 20705

301.937.4663

From DCI Products (maker of SmartVent roofing ventilation solutions)

Roof ventilation, or lack thereof, is the leading cause of premature roof failures.
These failures include problems with dry rot, mold, mildew, condensation, warped decking, curling shingles, cracking shingles and structural failures. The proper and complete attic ventilation solutions are the answer when building new homes, remodeling existing homes and making improvements to commercial buildings.

Intake Ventilation
The patented SmartVent creates roof top, continuous intake airflow when soffit vents are inadequate or non-existent. The SmartVent can be used at the eaves edge, slightly up the roof and many other locations such as an exhaust vent on a shed roof or off-peak for firewall protection. The SmartVent can be used virtually anywhere on the roof and may be the only vent product the roofer ever needs. SmartVent has been field tested and approved since 1999 and creates an energy efficient roof system when proper exhaust vents are installed. At 9 NFA SmartVent provides a total of 18 NFA when installed at both eaves. This matches or exceeds all ridge vents.

Exhaust Ventilation
Topping the roof is DCI’s patented SmartRidge I and SmartRidge II. The 100% energy efficient design of SmartRidge I literally sucks attic air out like a straw and is the lowest profile ridge vent with a no street-side lift on one side. Due to this one side having no lift, 100% of the hot moist attic air is siphoned out instead of the short circuit that can occur on most double-sided ridge vents. SmartRidge II provides superior weather protection for ridge and hip ventilation.

A systems approach to roofing combines high-performance components - underlayments, shingles, accessory products and ventilation - to make the Integrity Roof System a complete roofing solution.  When you choose an Integrity Roofing System, you gain the advantage of having CertainTeed as you shingle manufacturing source to stand behind its roof system components.




Hip & Ridge Accessories
Accessory shingles are used to finish the hips and ridges of the roof and are designed to complement the appearance of CertainTeed shingles.

CertainTeed Shingles
High-quality shingles available in a wide variety of styles and colors, covered by the strongest warranty in the business.  Flintastic roll roofing products are also available for flat roof areas.

Roofer's Select or Diamond Deck
High-performance underlayment provides a protective water-resistant layer over the roof deck and a secondary barrier against leaks.

Winterguard
Waterproofing shingle underlayment prevents leaks from wind-driven rain and ice dams in vulnerable areas.

Starter Shingles
Starter shingles are designed to work specifically with each different type of CertainTeed shingle for maximum performance.


 

Exterior Remodeling Services in Anne Arundel County, MD

Replacement Windows: High quality name brand windows such as Vytex (manufactured in Howard County, MD) and Simonton. Proven vinyl replacement window products with outstanding installation teams to handle complex jobs or simple one window projects.

Roof Replacement: Home Visions Inc. is a CertainTeed Select Shingle Master Company with the expertise and know how to evaluate any roof. We explain in detail and help homeowners decipher roofing warranties and why the SureStart Plus package that we can offer is the best in the business. We have developed strong connections to the shingle manufacturer and a fully trained staff and installation crew. Our roofing system is on point and will give you peace of mind.


Vinyl Siding Replacement: A wide array of colors and styles to choose from including vinyl and fiber cement exterior siding. Insulation packages include form fitting insulation up to 1" fanfold insulation. Soffit, rake board, frieze board, fascia board and gutter replacement services are also offered. Beautify and protect your home with precision siding from the company that can provide it all - Home Visions Inc.

4412 Powder Mill Road - Suite 200 - Beltsville MD 20705
Call toll free: 866-616-7864
Locally: 301-937-4663
Fax: 301-937-4934
Email: info@homevisionsinc.com

Another happy roof, siding and window replacement customer from College Park Maryland for Home Visions, Inc., www.homevisionsinc.com, is pleased. Read more about Home Visions, Inc. and their replacement roof... "The crew did an excellent job, many of my neighbors have made comment about my new roof!" Replacement Roof customer - College Park, Maryland For more information on replacement roof, new siding and replacement windows and Home Visions please visit www.homevisionsinc.com.

                                     


Through the years of answering the phone and listening to so many common concerns we have developed a list of the eight most commonly asked questions.  Let's face it - it is not like we buy windows, siding, roofing, gutters or doors often in our life.  So, navigating the process can be a bit confusing and will undoubtedly stimulate ideas.  We hope this list covers most of your questions and if you need anything else, simply give us a call!

1. Is the estimate free?

Yes, we provide consultations and price quotes at no charge to those with a need for our services and a willingness to provide us with an opportunity.  Reps are knowledgeable and are willing to try and evaluate your situation and make recommendations based on your preferences and needs.

2. How long does it take?

Consultations usually take about 45 minutes, however there are instances where it could be shorter or longer.  The fact is that it is ideal to set aside about 60 minutes to make sure that all of your questions are answered, proper measurements can be made and a thorough product demonstration can be completed, but the homeowner ultimately dictates the amount of time that it takes to complete a consultation.  We do not overstay our welcome!

3. How much does it cost?

The truth is that it is a very risky business to quote a home improvement project over the phone.  Literally, no two windows are the same, no two roof systems are the same and no two siding projects are the same.  In order to accurately provide a price quote, our representatives need to see the home's details and formulate a solution that best works for the situation.

4. Does the homeowner inquiring need to be present ?

Details are important parts of home improvement projects.  To provide accurate quotes, we need to know exactly what the homeowner is looking to have done.  There are so many options and without getting good feedback it makes it difficult to give an accurate price quote.

5. What hours do you meet with homeowners to discuss home improvement projects?

Our representatives are available Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM, Fridays from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM and Saturdays from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

6. How long does it take once a decision is made to go with Home Visions Inc.? This depends on the product, but a good time frame would be 4-6 weeks from the day of signing a contract to the day the work is complete.  (Most jobs are actually completed in one day.)

7. Do you offer financing/ take credit cards?

Yes, we offer special financing programs for all types of consumers as well as accept all major credit cards.

8.  What brands/ manufacturers do you carry?

Home Visions Inc. is proud to offer a wide variety of products manufactured by several reputable companies some of which are local (DC, Metro based).  For example, we use CertainTeed siding and roofing products, Mastic siding products, Simonton Windows, Vytex Windows (Laurel, MD), Tamko (Frederick, MD) and GAF.

Dear Tony,

The roof and gutters are done, they make our home look brand new. They even bring out the new windows, foundation painting, siding cleaning and shudder painting we recently had done. It looks so awesome and both crews were fast and cleaned up like no other contractor ever has. The gutter crew even pointed out and fixed a problem I would have never seen coming with the way the water was draining out around our hot tub. That would have been a costly repair later. Thanks to your companies service, we can enjoy the new look of our home for many years to come.

Jim & Jaclyn
Linden, VA

Wow what a difference a new roof can make.  Peace of mind during the cold months is a beautiful thing!  This roofing project was another professional job done by the expert roofing team at Home Visions Inc.

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