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.

Not Every Roof is Suitable for Solar

For anyone who is keeping up on the fast changing developments in residential solar energy there are plenty of topics to discuss as of late.  Utility companies in several states have successfully challenged their regulators requirement that allows solar customers to sell their unused solar generated power back to the utility at retail rates in order to help finance the cost to install solar panels.  And Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, has acquired one of the largest residential solar energy companies, Solar City, and is promising to move the industry along to the next generation of residential solar.  In this fast moving environment, Feazel does not pretend to know exactly how roof top residential solar energy will continue to develop.  However, what we do know is that solar energy roofs are currently not suitable for all homeowners. 

According to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory approximately 83% of small buildings are in locations with a suitable climate for solar installations but only 26% of those buildings are actually suitable for solar development. The roof may have an angle or shape that isn't suitable for solar or maybe there's tree cover, but lots of homes just don't make sense with solar.  In total, only about 21.6% of homes in the U.S. are appropriate for solar. 

As the industry moves toward so-called “next-gen” technologies there are important questions to be answered before homeowners invest in solar roofs.  One of the directions of the next generation is to have the roof itself be the solar product as opposed to solar panels.  But if this occurs, then the following issues will have to be resolved before it can be feasible to many homeowners.  First, how can roof products which contain a solar cell be reinforced so the roof can be walked on for repairs or snow removal?  Second, can the corners of the roof be sealed properly?  And, finally, the most important question: can the solar roof material adapt to the irregular shapes, angles and pitches of different roofs?

Feazel is a trusted residential home services company in Ohio and have built our reputation by offering superior roofing, windows, siding, gutters, chimneys, masonry, skylights, insulation and more.  Our core values of service, integrity, quality, continued improvement, employee appreciation, community support, and environmental conservation are on display with every job we do.  Call or visit us online to learn more. 

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Cleveland Fun – It More Than Just Rocks!

As a top residential home services company in Ohio, many of Feazel’s employees live, work and play in the Cleveland area. After working hard to provide superior services to Cleveland area homeowners, there are many local activities we enjoy.  We are pleased to share some of our favorites.   

One the most recognized and visited attractions in Cleveland is the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.  It is known world-wide for showcasing the best rock and roll artists of all time whom have been inducted into its hallowed halls.  It is a must see attraction in Cleveland.  A recent exhibit features the rock band inductee “Rush”, the power trio from Toronto that Cleveland rock fans were the first to discover in 1974 at the beginning of their remarkable career.  But if rock and roll is not your thing than read on: there is much to do here! 

Perhaps the most offbeat and unknown of Cleveland attractions, the “Christmas Story” house is nonetheless one of the best.  It is a visit to the house where the popular movie of the same name was filmed. It offers a unique, interactive visit where you have the opportunity to explore different scenes from the movie (you can even wear the infamous “bunny suit” if you want!).  Knowledgeable tour guides give behind the scenes anecdotes and make the tour a lot of fun. 

Foodies from everywhere can celebrate at The West Side Market.  It features vendors and displays of outstanding food from around the world.  The historic architecture is an incredible setting for the sights and sounds that surround you on a visit to this incredible place.  Visiting is like a great adventure of discovery and true sensory overload. 

If you are a Cleveland homeowner in need of residential homes services, we invite you to contact us to discuss your project.  We promise a high quality customer experience and deliver on that promise as our many repeat customers can attest. 

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.

Cincinnati’s Endless Activities

Feazel is very pleased to be able to offer our full line of residential home services to the greater Cincinnati region.  We believe our core values are a perfect match with the values of the residents who live, work and play in Cincinnati.  And when it’s time to play, Cincinnati is second to none with the large number and variety of activities to choose from.   

Family fun activities are a good way to get the whole family together for some exciting times.  If the weather is not cooperating for being outside, then the Newport Aquarium is always a fun activity.  Be sure to check out the Galapagos tortoise and the pet sharks.  And for train lovers a must see is EnterTRAINment Junction which features 25,000 square feet of indoor train display.  For those beautiful Cincinnati days to be outside there is Kings Island which features the Banshee, the world’s longest inverted roller coaster.  And if that is too wild for your taste, then perhaps you would like a tour with Ride The Ducks Newport for a land and river view of the best local landmarks. 

If you are interested in Arts, Culture and History, then Cincinnati offers some great choices.  Uptown features the venerable Cincinnati Museum of Art which has an unparalleled collection of over 67,000 works spanning 6,000 years of history.  And for those whose tastes are more modern, the Contemporary Arts Center in Downtown has very interesting displays.  When visiting the CAC don’t forget to visit The UnMuseum which occupies an entire floor and has family friendly interactive art exhibits.  A lesser known but very fun museum, also located in Uptown, is the American Sign Museum which features displays  from the golden age of signs spanning the first half of the twentieth century. 

Foodies can rejoice in Cincinnati too!  Cincinnati was even named one of “six small cities with a big food scene” by a major national newspaper.   There are the mainstays of unique Cincinnati fare such as Skyline Chili for famous Cincinnati style chili and Graeter’s for French pot ice cream.  But there are also many restaurants and brew pubs that have garnered national attention such as Senate, Over The Rhine and Quarter Bistro. 

In Cincinnati as well as Columbus and Cleveland and the surrounding areas, Feazel offers residential home services including superior roofing, windows, siding, gutters, chimneys, masonry, skylights, insulation and more.  Please contact us to learn more about our services. 

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.  

Top Picks for Columbus Fun

At Feazel we are proud to offer our residential home services to the residents of Ohio, including Columbus.  We love the Columbus area and enjoying all that it has to offer!

 

A couple of the best attractions in Columbus are the COSI (Center of Science and Industry) and the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.  In fact, if somebody was visiting Columbus and only had a day or two to visit, these attractions would have to rate as “must do”.  The COSI was recently named by Parents Magazine as the #1 Science Center for Families in the country. With over 300 interactive exhibits, there is something for everyone.  Highlights include the brand new Innovation Showcase and Big Science Park.  And for Zoo and Aquariums enthusiasts, the Columbus complex which also includes the Zoombezi Bay Waterpark has   been named the number one zoo in America by USA Travel Guide.

 

If funky neighborhoods are your thing then be sure to visit the Short North.  Known as the “Art and Soul” of Columbus it combines an incredible art scene with culinary delights galore. 

A couple of ideas for activities: the Short North has a wonderful collection of art galleries, theaters and shops to explore.  And a trip to the Short North would not be complete without breakfast or lunch at Katalina’s, home to the world famous Original Pancake Balls!

 

And when it’s time to let your hair down and have some fun, the nightlife in Columbus is earning accolades from around the country.  The music scene is alive every night at clubs like Note, Little Rock, Ace of Cups and Big Room Bar.  And if good brew is on the agenda, Columbus has over 30 microbreweries to discover.

 

In Columbus as well as Cincinnati and Cleveland and the surrounding areas, Feazel looks forward to continuing our history of excellence long into the future.  Please contact us to learn more about our residential home services.

 

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.