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What’s the first thing that comes to your mind when you think about siding? For most people, it’s the curb appeal that it adds to a property. Understandable, since siding covers a huge part of your home’s exterior. What many fail to realize is that siding also has a significant impact on the interior.  Empire Contractors LLC, one of the leading providers of residential and commercial roof coatings in the region, shares some insights on how siding makes your indoor spaces safe and more co...

The wind blowing on the roof of your home isn’t something to be worried about, especially if it’s built by trusted professionals such as the local roofers at Empire Contractors LLC. However, there are extreme weather events that make wind a force so strong that it can severely damage most modern roofing systems.  To understand how wind can damage your home’s roof, here’s what you need to know: Direct and Indirect Damage  Wind damage can be broken down into direct and indirect types. Dir...

Extreme weather conditions and other natural disasters are unavoidable, especially considering the volatile climate we are experiencing. Because of this, the risk of damage to our homes is increasing as well. As a homeowner, it is important to consult your insurance company or contractor to get the monetary help you need and prevent you from spending unnecessarily from your own pocket to fix damages after a heavy storm. However, to navigate the process can be confusing and often time-consuming. ...

A roof replacement project is a significant investment. It involves several factors that ultimately affect the final cost. These factors include the warranty, type of shingles, the installation method, square footage, building codes, the brand of shingles, the manufacturer specs and the weather. These factors can be divided into things that you can’t change and things that you can control. Understanding this can help you determine how much value you are getting from your project. Empire Co...

Finding reliable roofers for your project is hard enough with the number of professionals offering their services, but add storm chasers to the equation and it can be almost impossible to choose. Their attractive low estimates and promises of speedy service can sometimes seem irresistible but you are much better off selecting a local roofer. Working with a storm chaser is a waste of your time and money, as they rarely deliver what they promise. To avoid the risks of working with these so-called...