We’re turning our calendar to “November” and for my friend Claire? That means it’s time to put up the Christmas tree! Most people say that’s too early for Christmas- but Claire’s tradition has a genuinely sweet family origin. While pregnant with her first child, she...
Leaves are falling from the trees, and with weather in the mid 50’s, there’s no denying that autumn is here! I love watching the change of seasons. When the weather starts to drop like this, I can’t help but think of all the holidays right around the corner. In...
They say “Home is Where The Heart Is”....and it’s true. A home is so much more than a house. It’s weeknight dinners around the table. A pile of toy trucks in the corner of the living room. It’s Christmas morning spent together unwrapping presents by the tree. It’s...
Hey Vern, We need a new roof bad...but deciding between different quotes has been a real headache. It’s just asphalt shingle. We received one roofing quote for $8,250 and another for $17,450. That’s a HUGE DIFFERENCE. How am I supposed to know whether the larger roof...
Your Home- a Work of Art Have you ever stopped to consider how history’s greatest artists chose their color palette? Vincent Van Gogh relied heavily on yellows and oranges in his artwork, and utilized a regular color theme in his works. Claude Monet never used the...
At Martin Roofing and Siding- Quality defines everything we do. For product? We work with American manufacturers like GAF and Ply Gem to guarantee everything we install is backed by durability and strength. Your home should be the strongest on the block- so we only...
When you bought your last car- did you A) Drive in, flag down the eager salesman, and ask for the cheapest car on the lot Or B) Do your research first: Think about what you need, create a budget, and find what has good reviews before you narrowed it down to a couple...
“Time is Money” Or so the saying goes. And when it comes to installing a new roof, saving time is top of mind for both homeowners and contractors. After all, who wants the sound of a nail gun echoing off their roof for any longer than they need to? And for...
This week many families in Schuylkill County experienced a big first: The First Day of School. So many of our friends have texted me absolutely adorable photos of their kids with their backpacks and big grins waiting to start kindergarten, 5th grade, and beyond. I...
“Hey Vern, After years of wood siding upkeep and rot control we’re having it all replaced with vinyl. My question: We’re considering insulated vinyl siding... but is it worth it? I know it’s energy efficient and can help add insulation. But does it add enough to...
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