Recent Tips and Articles by Thomas Jefferson Roofing & Remodeling LLC
Don’t Play The Roof Replacement Waiting Game
"My roof has a few bad spots and I've noticed a couple of ceiling leaks in the house but I think I'll wait until we have a hail storm so I can hopefully count on my insurance company to pay for an entire roof replacement." Big Mistake! First […]
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Are Tile Roofs Worth It?
Do you have a tile roof or are you considering a tile roof? If so there are several things you should know. Tile roofs are a great option for those looking for a long-term roofing option that is also environmentally friendly. Tile roofs can last for 100+ […]
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4 Common Exterior Painting Mistakes To Avoid
Whether you're planning a DIY exterior painting project or hiring a remodeling professional to handle the house drywall & painting for you, it's a good idea to know what type of mistakes to avoid. You'll want to know beforehand what shouldn't be done so that you […]
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Keep Up To Date With Your Skylight!
Sun tunnels have become the latest craze of all home owners! No matter what the time of the year, your very own sun tunnels will let in an entire new light! Sun tunnels reach from your roof, down until it hits your ceiling for you and […]
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Roof Inspection
Your roof may be telling you something. Signs that you might need to repair or replace your roof. Do you have ceiling spots, algae, curling, missing shingles, buckling, rotting, damaged flashing, granule loss, mold, and improper venting. These problems can be present at different stages in […]
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The Benefits Of Installing Or Replacing Skylights
No matter what time of the year it is, skylights are a cost effective way to let beautiful sunlight into your home or office. The benefits of installing or replacing your very own skylights are limitless, but just to give you an idea, here a couple […]
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Benefits Of Tile Roofing
Traditional roofing still has some appeal to the modern homeowners. Tile roofing, which is a European or Mediterranean style, for example, is becoming increasingly popular in North America. What modern roofing products do today is they copy traditional clay tiles in the timeless curved design. Flat […]
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Metal Roofing In Indianapolis
Keeping your Indianapolis home’s structural integrity in mind is important. The roof is the most important part of any house whether big or small. It is, in fact, the basic need for home maintenance. Every Indianapolis home owner has different means of ensuring their home is […]
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Great Way To Brighten Up Your Day!
It may be too cold for outdoor fun, but it’s fun to bring the outdoors into your home with a skylight. What a great way to brighten up your day with the new Velux skylight just came out with a new simple and cost effective way […]
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What To Do If An Animal Gets Into Your Attic
The recent fluctuating temperatures aren’t just affecting people – animals have a hard time with it too. This time of year, it is possible that an animal has decided to make its home in your attic to avoid the colder temperatures. So, what do you do […]
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Snow And Ice Removal Tips And Advice
1. Do remove snow and ice from drainage devices as it will prevent ice building up inside the gutter. 2. Do not use a snow-blower on your roof. Snow blowers are dangerous and can also permanently tear up the roof. 3. Snow can be removed with a “roof […]
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3 Ways That A Spring Commercial Roofing Inspection Can Save You Money
While it might not seem like it, spring is only a few short weeks away, and with the arrival of spring comes that little bit of nagging uncertainty about just how well your business’s roof survived the past couple months. While this past winter isn’t one […]
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What’s The Best Type Of Roof For Me?
The answer to that question really depends on several variables, including personal preference. For example, asphalt shingles are one of the most widely-used roofing covers because they’re relatively inexpensive and fairly simple to install. Organic asphalt shingles are generally composed of a waste paper substance that is saturated […]
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Well-Kept Gutters Are Happy Gutters
How well do you know your gutters? Have you examined them recently? Most of us probably take them for granted, even if they leak here and there, because properly-functioning gutters are very good at what they do…transporting rain water away from our home’s foundation and walkways. But even […]
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It’s Not Just A Window On Your Roof
For humans, the health benefits of a balanced dose of daily sunlight are numerous. However, the torturous heat of the summer often leads people to stay inside their air conditioned homes. Problem: How can you enjoy more of the sun’s beautiful rays while relaxing in the cool […]
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Serious Damage To Asphalt Shingle Roofs
This year Indiana has been hit by a series of wintry mix of heavy snow, ice, below-freezing temperatures, rain… This reflects on asphalt road conditions and cause serious damage to the asphalt shingles roofs too. We encourage Homeowners to inspect roofs this Spring to prevent any […]
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Maintaining A Warm Home In The Winter
Are you constantly having to turn up your heat to keep your home warm? If you are experiencing high energy bills and difficulty maintaining warmth in your home, then we believe you might have an issue with your insulation. Many homes in the Indianapolis area are lacking […]
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Main Causes Of Indianapolis Roof Replacement
Many things can cause you to replace your Indianapolis roof. Some of the causes of roof damage are connected to the type of roof you have. Whether you are trying to protect and extend the life of an existing roof or you want to protect a […]
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Emergency Roof Repair
Emergency roof repairs cost more, then regular price. If you see inside the house structural damage: wet or damaged insulation, rusty nails, deck corrosion or decomposition, wet ceiling or spots… contact our roof technician to schedule a roof repair. Thomas Jefferson Roofing & Remodeling LLC open […]
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3 Essential Tips To Protect Your Roof This Summer
With summer just a few short weeks away at this point, many homeowners out there are taking a break from enjoying the warmer weather to ensure things around their house are prepared for everything the upcoming season has in store. Between the hotter temperatures, the rain, […]
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Roof Repair Warning Signs
“A missing shingle here and there doesn’t necessarily mean that I need repair work done on my roof, right?” Perhaps…but why take a chance with what is probably the most expensive investment you’ll ever make, your house? Sure, it’s possible for a perfectly good shingle to come loose […]
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12 Tips For Holiday Home Safety
The holidays invite all sorts of fun activity, from lighting candles to hanging fresh greens and stringing lights. Here’s how to keep your house and family safe from fire and injury. As you’re sprucing up your home this season, keep an eye out for these common holiday […]
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Tips For Preparing Your Indianapolis Home For A Roof Replacement
It is the job of the roofing contractor to take care of your roof replacement. However, it is the job of the homeowner to take steps to get your household prepared for this same job. The entire process will seem much less daunting if you manage to […]
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Top 3 Reasons You Need To Hire An Indianapolis Handyman
In most homes there is a seemingly endless list of little jobs and repairs that need doing, whether putting up shelves, changing light fittings or doing some work in the garden. However, our lives can be hectic and we might struggle to find the time to […]
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What Is A Gutter Guard?
A gutter guard covers the opening of your gutters so that only rainwater can pass through the material and flow directly to your downspouts. Never again will you have to clean out leaves, twigs, seeds, pine-needles, or other debris from your gutters, because the gutter guards will […]
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Gutter Guards Installation
Well, It looks like it is that time of the year most home owners dread. Its gutter cleaning time again! Although the usual things n our mind is turkey, family, and your great aunts amazing blueberry or apple pie you cannot wait to dive into, first, […]
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Indianapolis Roof Repair - Roofing Shingles
Roof tiles help people to keep the rain and weather out of their Indianapolis homes. If you did not have the proper Indianapolis roofing on your home your home would not protect you from the outdoor elements. There are many different types of shingles to choose […]
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Metal vs Shingle
When it comes to home improvement, it doesn’t always pay to take the cheaper option. In fact sometimes it’s a losing venture when you find yourself making expensive repairs or replacements down the road because the cheaper option didn’t hold up. And sometimes you’ll find that […]
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Raindrop Gutter Guard System
Search Google.com for “Gutter Guards” and you’ll find hundreds of thousands of associated hits offering hundreds of products. RAINDROP has earned the TOP 5 Product of the Year Award for a good reason: IT WORKS! From RaindropGutterGuard.com: “Allowing the gutters to do their job and flushing fine sized […]
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Indianapolis Roof Replacement Indicators
Slate shingles are considered to be an investment. However, many Indianapolis homeowners have the false idea that once these shingles are installed, they can be ignored and be expected to last for more than ten years. This is absolutely absurd. All roofs require regular upkeep. If […]
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How To Check For Roof Wind Damage
Perform an Outdoor Inspection: Look for missing and damaged shingles (damaged shingles might be curled, cracked, or torn) on your roof or around your property. If this type of damage is localized (i.e., it covers less than 30 percent of the entire roof), roofing repairs might […]
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Hail Damage Repairs & Emergency Services
One of the last things that you want to have to deal with as an Indianapolis homeowner, is dealing with problems with your roofing. Your rooftop is the most important aspect of your home; it is the feature that takes care of protecting the entire rest […]
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3 Essential Roofing Maintenance Tasks To Get Done This Fall
As a homeowner, you likely understand very well how much easier it can be to take care of issues before they have a chance to develop into serious problems around your house. Preventative care is an extremely important part of keeping your home in good shape […]
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Gutter Cleaning Is A Must
Gutters will get clogged over time with leaves, dirt, and other debris. When they become too clogged, they won’t be able to distribute rainwater away from your home, and they’ll begin to overflow. The rainwater will build up in your gutters and spill over the sides, […]
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Hail Damage Call Now
It’s that time of year again….hail season. Spring showers can pop up quickly and bring intense rain, strong winds, and large hail. When hail occurs, it can often bring visible damage to gutters and siding. Hail can also cause major damage to a roof and unfortunately, […]
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6 Warning Signs That Your Roof Needs Professional Attention
1. Ceiling Spots: Discoloration on your walls and ceiling indicate that you have a leak in your roof that could continue to cause major damage if left unchecked. 2. Dark Streaks: Darkly colored streaks down your roof are most likely due to algae growth. This is a […]
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Roof Inspection Before The Winter
Before the winter season sets in, it is important to check your roof for any leaks and damage. Of course, you do not want to encounter several problems that can be so irritating and can cause damages to your properties like drywall, painting, furniture, carpets, electronics […]
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Roof Types And Roofing Materials For Your Indianapolis Home
Before considering a roof redesign, roof replacement or when building a new Indianapolis home, you should look up the roofing types available. You do not necessarily have to use the same kind of roof as in your old home. There are many options out there that […]
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Stay Safe This Fourth Of July
Seeing that Independence Day weekend is upon us, it’s time to call for safety. Fireworks cause thousands of personal injuries each year, almost half of which are to children under the age of 15! Even scarier, the national percentage of house fires caused by fireworks peaks […]
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Indianapolis High End Kitchen Remodeling
Frolic in luxury with a high end Indianapolis kitchen remodeling project that lets you lavish in stylish grandness as well as the advancements in functionality. Being a home improvement project that promises a high return on investment, even the average can enjoy a splurge. So why […]
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Hail Damage – To Be Or Not To Be
Caution about who inspects your roof is highly recommended. If you know an inspector that you trust with such an important course of action as your roof, it can help get you started on the right path. An inspection by a well qualified trusted contractor can […]
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Roof Lingo... A Lesson In Industry Terminology
Most homeowners are familiar with commonly-used roofing terms such as shingles, gables and valleys but there are numerous other industry-related words too that may help you better understand your roof’s many components and how to describe your wants and needs to roofing professionals you may be […]
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Hail Damage In Carmel, Fishers, Westfield, Indianapolis
On April 10 large hail caused damage across the Indiana metro area: Carmel, Fishers, Westfield, Indianapolis. Hail as large as 2.75″ dropped from the sky breaking windshields and causing damage to roofs, siding, gutters, fence, decks,. If you had 1″ or more in diameter hail, it could cause […]
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Are You Planning On Taking A Spring Break Vacation?
Before leaving your home for more than few days take the time and go for a walk around the house and check for any water damage or potential damage. When you spent time on vacation, water could be leaking in your house for days and can ruin […]
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Insulation... Keeping The Good Air In And The Bad Air Out
Does your home feel drafty and have cold pockets during the winter months? Does your air conditioner run almost continuously in summertime heat while trying to cool your home? If you answered yes to either of these questions, chances are pretty good that you need additional insulation […]
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Has Old-Man Winter Invaded Your Home?
If you think your home should feel warmer, amazingly comfortable, less drafty in the winter, and stay cooler in the summer, you may need to think about insulation. * Regulate temperature inside the house and attic;* Add value to your investment; Improve energy efficiency; Save you money each month; Improve […]
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Add Sparkle And Verve To Your Indianapolis Bathroom Design
When renovating or thinking of a suitable bathroom design for a new home, here are some tips you may want to consider. Choose bathroom fixtures that suit the size of the room and the colors that can have an impact. Light colors accented by coolwe colors like […]
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Why Choose TJRR?
Besides the fact that we are a small, family owned, local company. Below are nine GREAT reasons to choose us. DESIGN EVALUATION AND SPECIFICATION PRE-PURCHASED INSPECTION SUPERIOR LEAK DETECTION 24/7/365 EMERGENCY SERVICES The best roofing Roofing Specialists in the industry We have 2 HAAG certified specialist They are Drug tested Background checked AND Professionally trained The […]
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