How to Prevent Ice Dams This Winter Living in Oregon means homeowners also have winter months that bring snow and ice. A Roof is a home’s first line of defense against water damage to a home. When the weather turns cold, ice dams are a real threat to a roof. And ice dam formations can…
Protect Your Roof: Learn How to Prevent Ice Dams This Winter That Cause Roof Replacements
Want to Avoid Early Window Replacement? Learn to Wash Your Windows the Right Way
Are You Washing Your Windows the Right Way? Washing your home’s windows should be simple, right? Not so fast! This may surprise you, but some window-washing techniques do more harm than good and can lead to an early window replacement. Many homeowners don’t even realize they’re diminishing their windows’ functionality and beauty by their window-washing…
Trying to Avoid Turning Up the Heat This Winter? Here’s a Home Exterior Checklist and Ideas!
Oregon homeowners can experience a variety of elements when it comes to weather and our home’s exterior is the first line of defense against these weather conditions. It is a good idea to complete a Home Exterior Checklist before winter weather arrives. This will help bulletproof your home’s exterior from the harshest Oregon weather. When…
New Siding: How to Keep Your Fiber Cement Siding Looking New
Did you recently install new James Hardie fiber cement siding? Congratulations on such a great investment in your Portland home. With all of James Hardie siding’s benefits, you are likely feeling more at peace as a homeowner, knowing that your siding is going to last and protect your home for years. But at Lifetime Exteriors,…
What Portland Homeowners Need to Know About CertainTeed Asphalt Shingles
In the market for a new roof? If so, you have likely heard the name CertainTeed tossed around. And it’s no wonder. As a top-of-the-line roof manufacturer, CertainTeed has a great deal to offer a home, which is why the Lifetime Exterior team offers impeccable installation of CertainTeed shingles. As an experienced Portland roofing contractor,…
Is James Hardie Siding Worth the Cost to Install Compared to Other Siding Options?
When the time comes to replace your siding, you have a lot of options for your Portland area home. It can be difficult to choose exactly which siding is the best choice, and oftentimes, you may feel tempted to go with a less expensive siding option like vinyl. Cost plays a big role in siding…
Does My Roof Have Storm Damage? What to Look for and What to Do
Portland experiences its share of storms, from thunderstorms with strong winds to heavy snows in winter, and the roof is your home’s first line of defense. If your home has been through a recent storm, you need to ensure your roof is intact and properly protecting your home. But how can you tell if your…
Fall Maintenance Tips for Your Siding
Fall is the perfect season to work on your exterior. Not only does the heat of summer start to dissipate, but maintenance performed in fall will prepare your home for the more extreme winter weather. To maximize the effectiveness of your siding, follow these maintenance tips this fall season. Inspection— Walk your exterior, inspecting your…
Should I Replace my Windows? 8 Signs It’s Time
Nothing makes a home as beautiful as pulling back your window curtains on a sunny day to let natural light infiltrate your home. And nothing is as refreshing as opening the windows to allow for a soft breeze. Windows make a home beautiful and provide a great deal of comfort, but they can also be…
James Hardie Siding VS Vinyl
If you are looking to replace your siding, you’ve likely been pondering vinyl and James Hardie® fiber cement siding options. These are some of the most sought after siding replacement options, and both materials are desirable due to their expected lifespans, low costs, and ease of maintenance. Discovering which material is right for your home…
