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Water damage is arguably the biggest threat to your home, and it starts from the simplest things. A leak on the roof can spread damage to your attic and interior, while a clogged gutter can cause water to overflow and pool around your foundation. Since it’s usually hard to detect water damage until it has already wreaked havoc in your home, by the time it’s evident, you’ll be facing costly repair expenses. Fortunately, you can do several things to improve your home’s protection. Empire Con...

When you notice signs of damage in your roofing system - such as leaks and cracked shingles - a prompt repair is important. This task, however, can be inconvenient and nerve-racking. With careful planning and preparation, you can ensure a smooth roof-repair process. Let Empire Contractors, the top general contractor in our area, share some tips: Hire a Reliable Roofing Contractor Roof repair may seem simple, but it actually requires the proper skills, knowledge and tools to get it right the fir...

Upgrading your siding can transform your home’s appearance and make it stand out from the rest of the neighborhood. Empire Contractors LLC can install high-quality siding that comes in many colors and designs. We have enough options to enhance any kind of home. To help you choose the best siding for your home, we’ll provide you with a few tips: Consider Your Home’s Architectural Style and Era - For best results, your siding needs to fit your home’s architectural design. We suggest look...

Water is one of the most common causes of damages around the home. Whether you have roofing or siding issues, an excess of water is often the culprit when issues arise. As such, it’s important for homeowners to keep their abode as dry as possible. Here’s a look at some important tips for you to maintain a dry and damage-free home all year round. Gutter Protection Gutters are meant to divert water away from your home. When they clog, however, water can stand still or even revert into it. This ...

Cleaning your gutters is a tiring and stressful task that no homeowner wants to deal with. After all, why would you want to stand on a ladder under the hot sun cleaning your gutters? Neglecting your gutters, however, causes major problems for your home. Empire Contractors LLC, the trusted local expert on gutters, shares the risks of clogged gutters. Foundation Damage Clogged gutters cause water to overflow along the sides of your home and into your foundation. Water can pool around your foundat...

When you’re planning to do a home improvement, you need to consider its potential effect on your house’s curb appeal and frontage, too. There are some that add more value to your home than others, and these are the projects that you should prioritize. Empire Contractors, LLC discusses these home improvement projects in detail. Repair or Replace your Roofing Your roofing actually contributes to around 40% of your home’s frontage and overall curb appeal. Its general appearance is dependent on...

In our local area, homes need to have adequate protection from severe weather conditions such as tornadoes and snowstorms. Local homeowners must know which upgrade projects should be at the top of their list to maintain an attractive, comfortable, and energy-efficient home. This ensures that the most essential parts of the home can provide the protection they need while saving them from costly damage. To increase your home’s protection against bad weather, you should prioritize upgrading your ...