Improve the Protection of Your Home
Here in North Carolina, like the rest of the US, it’s almost always a season of climate interruptions: those storms and situations that challenge us as humans, and the homes we must protect. Home improvements are the very best ones you can make to improve protection. What’s inside your home is much more important than […]
Your North Carolina Home and Fire Safety: Simple Tips for Success
We’ve all seen this in the news, and some of us have experienced the effects of an uptick in ravaging wildfires. While all McCarthy metal roofs are fire-resistant, we want to touch on several steps you can take to prepare for emergencies. First, preparation doesn’t have to be expensive or extreme. Simple steps can make […]
Prepare Your North Carolina Roof for Spring
Many of us look forward to spring, a season of renewal and refreshing our homes. Here are 2 things to help you prepare your roof for the coming season: Trim tree branches that are getting too close to the roof, and remove any organic material (leaves, seeds, etc.) that builds up over time. If you’re […]
Cold Weather Roofing and Your North Carolina Home
Let’s admit; we live in North Carolina because we love it here. Much as we enjoy the usually moderate climate, sometimes extreme weather comes to the Piedmont region. And it seems we have increasingly cold weather in the winter months. Here are some of the challenges inherent in cold weather: It’s often hard and expensive […]
What can you do in the middle of winter to prevent roof damage?
Let’s look at how you can prevent roof damage during the cooler winter months and ensure the protection of your home and all it contains. Clear all debris as safety allows. Make sure your roof, gutters, and downspouts are free of debris. Remove pine needles, leaves, twigs, and anything else that accumulates. Do this as […]
A Call for Better Housing
Hurricane Ian ravaged Florida, North Carolina, and the rest of the Southern U.S. on September 28, 2022. Many lost their lives, and thousands who were displaced returned to devastated homes and communities. Thankfully, we’ve seen people step up and provide humanitarian aid. Hurricane Ian brought heavy rain and wind to North Carolina over a few days. […]