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What does Fascia and Soffit have to do with my property?

Many homeowners don't know what fascia and soffit are, but they are vital to a properly functioning roof. Fascia is the vertical finishing edge connected to the ends of the rafters, trusses or area where the gutter is attached to the roof. Soffit is the exposed surface beneath the overhanging section of a roof eave. The majority of soffits are made from vinyl and it assists with ventilating the attic, commonly sporting a plain design and small holes that provide the attic circulation. If you notice that the soffit or fascia might be to be replaced, contact Claim Consultants LLC today to have our certified home inspectors assess your damage. http://www.claimconsultantsllc.com/services Read the full article here:  https://www.angieslist.com/articles/understanding-fascia-and-soffit-repair.htm

Prep Your Home for Winter

Winter is coming. Along with the eggnog and holiday season comes blizzards and black ice. Learn about a few ways you can prepare your home before the winter season. Prepare your Heating and Ventilation System Test your system ahead of time to find out if it needs maintenance such as air filter replacements. Also check your air conditioning While air conditioning and winter don ’ t usually go hand-in-hand, make sure your unit is properly cleaned and covered before winter comes. This will help prevent rusting and freezing, and can also come in handy if winter is warmer than normal. Fireplace, Chimney, Flue A fireplace is a saving grace in 20 degree winters, so make sure that it is properly cleaned an inspected prior to the colder months. This includes clearing it of nests, clearing dangerous creosote, and checking for necessary repairs. Pipes Pipes can freeze during cold weather, causing costly repairs. Draining unused pipes and insulating exposed piping could he...