Within the current real estate market, many homeowners are becoming increasingly concerned with the values of their homes. Thankfully, there are a number of ways you can improve the value of your home, helping you secure a better return on your investment if you decide it’s time to sell. At Sunshine Contracting, we have been…
Northern Virginia winters can be beautiful. However, they’re not without several challenges, particularly for homeowners. When it comes to snow and ice, you should be especially mindful of your roof and stay on top of maintenance as the winter months approach. Let’s take a look at two winter-specific concerns that affect your roof and consider…
Though we’re not used to getting a ton of snow through the winter, this year the weather has been rough on everyone. Fairfax County averages just 12 inches of snowfall each winter, but 2015 has brought freezing temperatures that has accumulated more snow than we’re used to seeing. Without the proper preparations, heavy snowfall can…
Winter is a time of year where you rely on the heat for comfort in your house. With the weather and precipitation that presents itself during the winter, there are many problems that could occur on the roof of the home. Snow and freezing rain produce ice, which can cause the roof to wear out…
The downfall of gutter maintenance is when you have to dig out your ladder and manually pick leaves and other debris out to keep the water flowing and avoid damage. Luckily, there’s an alternative that helps to sidestep putting yourself on the roof. With our selection of leaf protection systems, your gutter will be virtually…
If you are remodeling your house, you can’t forget about the roof. The roof is one of the most important aspects of your home, as it keeps you protected from storms and debris flying around. There are a number of roofing manufacturers you can choose from for your shingles, but how do you know if…
Proper installation of your roof will enhance its durability. This starts with the appropriate materials and supplies to treat your home. Namely, GAF. This is the highest quality of roofing product available, implemented by our trained and certified professionals. With our exceptional installation and roof replacement in Fairfax County and all of Northern Virginia, we…
For those in the contracting business, the supplies they choose are critical. Contractors who opt to use cheap or poor-quality products often find they are coming back to the homeowners house to fix the same job quite quickly. Even if the quality of craftsmanship is excellent, poor quality materials will wear down quickly, and a…
Properly maintained and cleaned gutters should last for the lifetime of the home. But if you have damage to your gutters and downspouts due to harsh weather or lack of maintenance, you may want to consider replacing them. The major purpose of gutters and downspouts are to capture water runoff from the roof and to…