Squirrels may look adorable as they scamper across your yard—but unfortunately, the roof repairs needed from the damage they can cause aren’t quite as cute. Although plenty of pests can plague your roof, like rats, raccoons, bees, and wasps, squirrels cause more damage to Indianapolis homes than any other creature in the area. If you…
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Tips to Protect Your Roof While Hanging Holiday Lights
Although decorating your home with holiday lights always yields a fun, festive result—we understand that the process can be daunting, and at times, dangerous for you and your roof. To keep you safe (and sane) this holiday season, here are our best decorating tips to help you transform your home into a sparkling winter wonderland…
Why Do Icicles & Ice Dams Form on My Roof & What to Do About Them?
Icicles might make your home look like a picture-perfect holiday card, but unfortunately, they can have severe implications on the well-being of your roofing system. Before this year’s first snowfall, discover the most common reasons why icicles and ice dams form, so you can prevent them from wreaking havoc on your Indiana home this winter….
6 Common Signs Your Asphalt Shingles Are Damaged
Asphalt shingles are a beautiful, durable roofing option. However, even high-quality materials can suffer damage from turbulent storms, heavy impact, poor ventilation, or old age. Fortunately, by performing regular maintenance checks, you can locate and repair damaged shingles to extend the lifespan of your roof. Use this guide during your next roof inspection to identify…
What Every Homeowner Needs to Know About Roof Replacement
Your roof fulfills an important job—it shields your home from the damaging effects of rain, wind, snow, and ice. So when your roof isn’t performing at its total capacity, it’s time to consider investing in a replacement. Thankfully, getting a new roof doesn’t have to be stressful, but you might still feel overwhelmed about your…
The Ultimate Indiana Summer Roof Maintenance Checklist
Now that snow, ice, and winter hailstorms are behind you, spring and summer are the perfect seasons to perform preventative roof maintenance. Maintaining your roof isn’t time-consuming or complicated, but consistent care can catch problematic issues, like leaks, cracks, or missing shingles that cause costly damage to your home. Plus, annual summer upkeep can save…
Malarkey Shingles Keep Your Roof Cool and Help Reduce Your Utility Bills
Are you spending an unnecessary amount of money on energy bills each month? Is your home always chilly in the winter and too hot in the summer? If so, the culprit may be your aging, outdated roofing system. We understand that you want to keep your home at a comfortable temperature without breaking the bank…
7 Benefits of Installing a New Roof
Is your roof old, deteriorating from storm damage, or even unsafe? If so, you are likely determining whether a roof repair or new roof installation is the best option for your Indianapolis home. We understand that a full roof replacement can be expensive. Like many homeowners, you might be tempted to pay less to patch…
Ask These 8 Questions When Hiring Your Indianapolis Roofing Contractor
If your roof was recently damaged by wind or hail storms, you’re likely searching for a reliable solution for your roof as soon as possible. However, searching for a reputable roofing contractor who you can trust to protect your most significant investment can be a stressful endeavor. We understand that you want to invest in…
How to Spot Water Damage from a Roof Leak
No one wants to discover a roof leak in their home. Roof leaks can cause harmful problems for homeowners, including mold and mildew growth, increased utility bills, and compromised structural integrity. At JD Hostetter, we understand how stressful it can be to discover water damage to your home. Our goal is to equip you with…