The Many Benefits of Asphalt Shingles

Asphalt shingles are by far the most popular roofing material both with homeowners and roofing contractors.  In fact, more than 12.5 billion square feet of asphalt shingle products are made annually – that’s enough to cover more than 5 million homes EVERY YEAR, according to the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association. 

They come in a variety of styles and colors which make them easy to enhance or maintain the exterior appearance of your home.  Also, asphalt shingles provide a good value as they are a very durable and relatively inexpensive material that provides excellent waterproofing ability for 20 to 50 years depending on the product that is chosen. 

At Feazel we use asphalt shingles for most roof replacements and repairs that we perform.  We find they offer the best value and return on investment to the typical homeowner that will occupy their home for a generation or more.  When replacement or repair is warranted they also have the benefit of being recyclable and are easily maintained, repaired or replaced. 

Other benefits of asphalt shingles as noted by the ARMA include: 1) an over 100 year proven track record in North America; 2) excellent wind and fire resistance; 3) many pricing options for all budgets; 4) few leak problems and; 5) ideal weight, no need for additional structure to carry the weight. 

Now is an excellent time for an asphalt shingle roof replacement and you can count on us to get the job done right and with a customer experience that will exceed your expectations.  Please contact us to schedule a FREE inspection. 

Feazel is a trusted residential home services company in Ohio serving Columbus, Cincinnati, Cleveland, and surrounding areas.  We have built our reputation by offering superior roofing, windows, siding, gutters, chimneys, masonry, skylights, insulation and more.  Since our founding in 1988 we have been a top choice by offering the best customer service, stress free buying experience and the highest standards.

Window Replacement – It’s Never Too Late

Perhaps you think that because fall is already here that it is too late for this year to think about replacing your worn-out and energy inefficient windows.  In fact, now is an excellent time to request a free inspection and estimate from Feazel.  Don’t wait until the winter when you might again notice cold air leaks and loss of insulation. 

At Feazel we can and do replace windows during any time of the year.  We have the ability to seal off the room we are working in to minimize any discomfort.  However, by acting now to replace your windows before the start of winter you could see lower utility bills during the entire length of the cold months while also enjoying much more comfort inside your home. 

The life of a window is not always easy to predict.  A properly installed and high quality window should last 20 – 30 years if properly maintained.  If your windows are in this range or older, then it is possible they may need replacement.  Still, if you have not experienced any problems during past winters but you begin to notice issues this winter, then by all means give us a call for an inspection and we will provide honest advice.  Or contact us for an inspection now if you just want some peace of mind regarding the condition of your windows. 

Another thing to consider is the condition of your sliding glass patio door.  Although the use of this door in the winter months may be limited, it is still a very large opening that can leak cold air into the home if it is not properly maintained or it is worn out.  Security of your home is also at stake if the locking mechanism is not working properly.  And the operation of the door is difficult if the rollers or tracks are experiencing issues.   

We can inspect your sliding glass door and, if warranted, recommend maintenance and lubrication on the door and the screen to get it running smoothly and efficiently.  Many times that is all that is needed.  You can count on us for integrity and quality when providing advice during our free inspection. 

Feazel’s mission is to be the top choice for residential home services in Ohio by delivering the best customer service and stress-free buying experience in the home improvement industry. Our core values of service, integrity, quality, continued improvement, employee appreciation, community support, and environmental conservation are on display with every job we do.  

Feazel Honors Veterans Day with Donation to Wounded Warriors Project

In honor of Veterans Day Feazel is proud to make a donation in your name to the Wounded Warriors Project when you schedule a free inspection during the month of November.  You can make your appointment either online or by giving us a call.  Please include specifics about the issue you are experiencing so we can be better prepared to serve you during the appointment. 

The Wounded Warrior Project provides services and programs giving attention to the mental, physical and financial welfare of wounded returning veterans, their families and their caregivers.  Their service is dedicated to Wounded Warriors that sustained injuries or illness on or after September 11, 2001.  The benefits of the program are dues and cost free as these service men and women paid their dues in service to our country. 

Part of the success of the Wounded Warrior Project lies in the holistic approach they take when serving warriors and their families.  It encourages healing of mind, body, economic empowerment and community engagement.  WWP strives to achieve the most successful, well-adjusted wounded service members in our nation’s history.   

Signature programs that WWP offers include: 1) Project Odyssey – a combat stress recovery program; 2) the Warrior Care Network and; 3) long-term support initiatives including the Independence Program and Long-Term Support Trust. 

Another cornerstone of the WWP is offering support to family members and caregivers of wounded warriors.  These individuals are so important to the success of recovery for their loved ones that WWP strives to offer programs for their success as well.  The WWP team also reaches out to family members and caregivers to make sure they receive the full support ad benefit of WWP services and programs. 

Feazel has been providing residential home services to residents of Ohio since 1988.  Homeowners trust us to provide the best customer service and stress-free buying experience when it comes to roofing, gutters, windows, siding, chimneys, masonry, skylights and insulation.  We also take a great deal of pride in making a positive impact in the communities we serve. 

Feazel is a trusted residential home services company in Ohio serving Columbus, Cincinnati, Cleveland, and surrounding areas.  Our core values of service, integrity, quality, continued improvement, employee appreciation, community support, and environmental conservation are on display with every job we do.

 

How Facility and Property Managers Save Time with Feazel

Feazel is known in the major cities and surrounding areas of Ohio as being one of the best in the business when it comes to residential roof repair and replacement, windows, siding, gutters, chimneys, masonry, skylights, insulation and more.  And the name Feazel has always been synonymous with honesty, integrity and top quality.  However, another area where Feazel exceeds the expectations of its customers is commercial services and multi-family services which we have been providing for over 26 years. 

In our commercial services division we work across a wide range of properties including office buildings, hospitals, schools, churches, and retail locations.  Our main line of work is repairing and replacing roofs, including flat roofs, steep slopes and low slopes; but we also perform window installation and replacement as well as other services. 

When it comes to multi-family services we are second to none in the quality of work we bring to all types of properties including apartments, townhomes, and condominiums.  And we not only provide a full line of quality services, we are also strong supporters of the associations that are important to multi-family property owners including the Community Associations Institute (CAI) and the Columbus Apartment Association (CAA).  And of course we are fully accredited and belong to all local chapters of the Better Business Bureau (BBB). 

One of the value added features our commercial services and multi-family services clients receive is the time saving benefits of our property manager’s portal.  Facility managers can use this proprietary portal to create work orders, attach photos, and check on the status of projects across multiple properties in real time.  Property managers can track service orders, invoice history, budget reports as well as photos and downloadable forms. We provide secure logins to manage your information which also allows access to personalize the information you need and what you see.  Our clients that use this portal tell us it saves them time and assists them to better manage their properties. 

If you are a commercial or multi-family property manager or owner, then Feazel welcomes the opportunity to serve you and encourages you to visit us online or call us for information on how we can save you time and provide quality services and value. 

Feazel’s mission is to be the top choice for residential home services in Ohio by delivering the best customer service and stress-free buying experience in the home improvement industry. Our core values of service, integrity, quality, continued improvement, employee appreciation, community support, and environmental conservation are on display with every job we do.  

Roof Ventilation and Winter Weather

Most homeowners know that proper roof ventilation in the summer months is important for removing heat and moisture from their attic.  In turn that helps keep cooling costs lower and preserve the structural soundness of the attic components as well as personal property that may be stored in the attic.  But many homeowners might not know that proper roof ventilation in the winter months is just as important.   

Inadequate roof ventilation causes large temperature differences between air in the attic and the air outside of the home.  In the winter this can lead to several problems.  One of the most common is ice damming and ice building up in the gutters.  If the damming is severe enough it can cause ice to build up under the shingles which may leak into the home.  It is also important to point out that both ice damming and ice buildup in the gutters can damage shingles and shorten the life of your roof. 

With winter just around the corner now is the time to check for proper roof ventilation. The good news is that you can easily determine if your roof has the proper ventilation in just a few minutes and without the need to call a professional.  On a sunny day take a look in your attic.  You are looking for daylight, not darkness.  If you do not see any, then you likely have an issue.  However, if you see daylight coming from the peak of your roof near the box or ridge vents as well as from the bottom at the eaves, then that is a sign of ventilation. 

If you would rather not do this yourself or have concerns about your roof ventilation you can contact Feazel for a free inspection.  Adding proper roof ventilation, even after the fact, can prevent problems and prolong the life of your roof. 

Feazel is a trusted residential home services company in Ohio serving Columbus, Cincinnati, Cleveland, and surrounding areas.  We have built our reputation by offering superior roofing, windows, siding, gutters, chimneys, masonry, skylights, insulation and more.  Call or visit us online to learn more about any of the services we offer.

 

Feazel Proud to Support Apartment Association Outreach

Feazel has been providing residential home services to residents of Ohio since 1988.  Homeowners trust us to provide the best customer service and stress-free buying experience when it comes to roofing, gutters, windows, siding, chimneys, masonry, skylights and insulation.  We also take a great deal of pride in making a positive impact in the communities we serve. 

One of our favorite community organizations is The Apartment Association Outreach.  Feazel is the Presenting Sponsor for this outstanding organization whose mission is to provide basic needs and emergency assistance to families and individuals in crisis.  Since 1991 they have been providing food, shelter and other basic needs to those that have no resources to fall back on during a time of need.  They do this through several programs including food assistance, rent assistance, a back pack drive for school supplies, and a program for seniors. 

The Outreach also has a program that offers scholarships for up to 4 deserving students to help with the costs of books and lab supplies that are not covered by other scholarships.  And each year the organization runs their “Night Out For Outreach” which helps raise funds for the organization and provides a fun night for all participants.  One of the highlights of the event is a raffle winner that gets the use of a Chevrolet Corvette from a local Chevrolet dealer! 

Recently, we had the opportunity to contribute $10,000 to a family within a community The Apartment Association Outreach serves.  It was a great Feel Good Friday for Feazel and we were very happy to be able to provide support to this deserving family and help strengthen the community. 

One of Feazel’s core values is commitment to supporting the communities we serve.  So we are proud to be a strong supporter of The Apartment Association Outreach. 

Feazel’s mission is to be the top choice for residential home services in Ohio by delivering the best customer service and stress-free buying experience in the home improvement industry.  We strive to maintain our highly regarded reputation earned over the past 28+ years.  Please contact us for a trusted solution for the best replacement windows in Ohio.