The Faria & Son Blog
Straight talk about roofs, gutters, and New England weather. Useful information for homeowners across SE Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
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What Being an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor Means for Your Roof Warranty
A standard shingle warranty does not cover installation mistakes. Here is what Owens Corning Preferred Contractor status adds for SE Mass and RI homeowners.
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Can You Replace a Roof in Winter in Massachusetts?
Yes, with conditions. What cold does to shingles and underlayment, what a careful winter install looks like, and when to wait for spring.
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Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Roof Replacement in Massachusetts?
When insurance pays for a new roof in MA, when it does not, how depreciation and wind deductibles work, and how to handle a claim the right way.
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Architectural vs. 3-Tab Shingles: Which Is Right for Your Home?
The real differences in wind resistance, lifespan, looks, and cost, and which makes sense for a New England roof.
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Seamless vs. Sectional Gutters: Which Is Better in New England?
Why sectional gutter seams fail in New England freeze-thaw, what seamless gutters fix, and how to choose between 5-inch and 6-inch.
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Chimney Leaks: Is It the Flashing, the Chimney, or Something Else?
How chimney flashing works, why it fails, how to tell a flashing leak from a masonry leak, and how it should be fixed.
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Do Heated Gutter Cables Actually Stop Ice Dams?
An honest answer on heat cables: what they do, what they do not do, and when they are worth it.
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After the Storm: Checking Your Roof
Most storm damage does not leak right away. How to check your roof safely after a nor'easter, and what to document before you call anyone.
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Ice Dams & Winter Roof Damage in New England: The Complete Guide
What really causes ice dams, the damage they do, and how to stop them for good.
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Fall Roof Inspection Checklist: What to Check Before Winter Hits
Fall is the best time to find out what is wrong with your roof. Here is exactly what to check.
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Why Gutters Matter More in Fall Than Any Other Season
Clogged fall gutters are one of the most preventable contributors to winter ice dams.
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How to Tell If Your Roof Will Survive Another New England Winter
Is this the year to replace, or can your roof hold on another season? How to think it through.
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My Roof Is Leaking. What Do I Do Right Now?
Water coming through the ceiling? What to do in the first ten minutes, how to find the real source, and what to know about insurance.
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What Do New Gutters Cost in Massachusetts?
How gutter pricing actually works, what moves the number, and where homeowners get surprised on the final bill.
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What to Know About Roofing a Triple Decker in Fall River
Mixed roof types, higher water volume, and tenants to coordinate around. What property owners should know.
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How Much Does a Roof Replacement Cost in Massachusetts?
Real numbers based on what we see on jobs in SE Massachusetts, not national averages.
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Roof Repair vs. Replacement: How to Decide
Told you need a whole new roof over one leak? Sometimes that is true. Sometimes a repair is the right call.
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How to Find a Good Roofing Contractor in Massachusetts
The gap between a good contractor and a bad one is enormous. How to tell before you sign.
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What to Expect During a Roof Replacement
Most homeowners have never been through one. A straightforward walkthrough from start to finish.
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How Long Does a Roof Last in New England?
Freeze-thaw cycles, heavy snow, and nor'easters take years off a roof. What to actually expect.
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How to Know When You Need a New Roof
Most homeowners do not know their roof is failing until water shows up. The warning signs to catch first.
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