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Adding a Dormer to the Roof in Clarkston Michigan

Here is a job we finished last month where we added a dormer onto their main roof line to match the look of their garage. Dormers are one of the most cost effective ways to increase the curb appeal of your home.  While we didn’t do it with this job, they can also be used to add square footage to the rooms below where the dormer is installed… also increasing the value of the home. Clarkston Michigan Dormer Framing We started by framing in the dormer on the existing roof. [...]

2022-09-27T16:08:30-04:00Categories: Roofing, Siding, Uncategorized, Vinyl Siding|Tags: , |

A Royal Oak Roof our Company Just Finished

Here is a roofing job our company just completed near us in Royal Oak. With this house we stripped off all of existing 3-tab shingles and replaced them with Owens Corning Duration shingles, which provide great protection of the roof for the price. It also includes a 50 year warranty through Owens Corning. Royal Oak Existing Roof This roof had a 3 tab shingle which are thinner than the shingles we use, so they don’t last as long. You can also notice some of the damage in the valleys where the rain and weather cause wear. [...]

2022-09-28T09:31:42-04:00Categories: Roofing|Tags: , |

Roofing Replacement in Warren, Macomb County, Michigan

Here is a full roof replacement we just completed in Warren.  Two layers of old roofing shingles were stripped off down to the wood.  From there we replaced any damaged wood we found.  We used six feet of ice and water protection across the bottom of the roof, with Owens Corning Pro Armor synthetic wrap around the remaining pieces.  Finally, we shingled the roof with Owens Corning Duration Tru Definition Shingles in the Quarry Gray color. Warren Michigan Roof Before Here is what the roof looked like before.  We had two layers of shingles that needed to be [...]

2022-09-28T10:44:48-04:00Categories: Roofing|Tags: , |

Stamped Concrete Patio in Commerce Township, Michigan

Stamped concrete looks great and has a lot of benefits when used for a patio.   Here is a project we just finished in Commerce Township where we used stamped concrete on their back patio area. Commerce Township Stamped Concrete Images If you are looking to have stamped concrete work done in Oakland County or near you in the surrounding areas, give use a call at 248-629-9260.  We can come by and give you a free estimate.

2022-09-28T10:47:23-04:00Categories: Concrete|Tags: , |

Gutters, Siding and Soffit Replacement in Canton, Michigan

Here is a job we just finished in Canton, Michigan, where we replaced some wooden siding with vinyl siding, replaced the gutters on the entire house, and replaced the soffits.  The siding was Mastic Ovation with the Brandywood color scheme… which looks great with the brick! Pics of the Canton Siding and Gutter Job If you are looking to have siding replaced, new gutters or downspouts installed, soffit replaced or any exterior work done to your home, contact us today!  [...]

2022-09-28T11:04:19-04:00Categories: Gutters, Siding, Vinyl Siding|Tags: , |

Blown-In Attic Insulation in Warren, Michigan

Attic insulation is one the top ways you can keep your house cool in the summer and warm in the winter, all while reducing your energy bills.  Here are some pictures of a job we just finished in Warren, Michigan. We used blown-in insulation to add a significant amount of R-Value to the attic of the home, which is the main source of temperature loss. Warren, Michigan Blown-In Attic Insulation PicsYour Content Goes Here If you live in Warren, Macomb County or anywhere in Southeastern Michigan and need to improve [...]

2022-09-28T11:09:00-04:00Categories: Insulation|Tags: , |

Our roofers just finished a job near us in Madison Heights, MI

Here is a job our roofing company just replace near us in Madison Heights.  The shingles are Owens Corning Oakridge in the Peppermill color, with Owens Corning Pro Ice and Synthetic underlayment. Pics of the Madison Heights finished roof Pics of the Madison Heights during the roofing installation As we do with every roofing job, we stripped the original shingles down to the bare wood. This is done so that the wood decking can be inspected and any damaged pieced can be removed and replaced. Once that [...]

2022-09-28T11:18:39-04:00Categories: Roofing|Tags: , |

Roof Installation in Macomb Township Michigan

Here is a roof our company just finished in Macomb Township.   The shingles are Owens Corning Duration in the teak color, with Owens Corning ProArmor synthetic underlayment and ice & water shield.  A ridge vent was installed, running along the top ridge to help improve ventilation.  We also replaced the gutters and added aluminum trim to replace some of the wooden trim used near the roof and along the corners of the siding. Here are some pictures from during the roof installation If you live near [...]

2022-09-28T11:34:17-04:00Categories: Roofing|Tags: , |

Wind and Hail Damage in Imlay City, Michigan

If your roof or siding has been damaged from the April 7th, 2020 storm and needs to be repaired, give us a call.  Our insurance specialists will work with your insurance company to make this as painless as possible. We specialize in fixing storm, tree and hail damage. Storm Damage Affected Michigan Areas: Imlay City, Brown City, North Branch and surrounding areas North of I-69 along M-53.  Lapeer, St. Clair and Sanilac Counties. For more information on the storm: https://www.mlive.com/weather/2020/04/golfball-size-hail-in-yesterdays-michigan-storms-heres-why-storms-were-prolific-hail-makers.html

2022-09-28T11:35:41-04:00Categories: Storm Damage|

James Hardie Siding Winter Install in Fraser Michigan

James Hardie Siding Winter Installation Here is a project we just completed in Fraser using James Hardie fiber cement siding on the customer’s home.  One of the many advantages of using fiber cement siding is that we can install it through most of the winter.   If you are looking for an authorized James Hardie siding installer, give Martino Home Improvements a call today! Here are some more pictures of the finished siding job. James Hardie Siding Preferred [...]

2022-09-28T11:42:24-04:00Categories: James Hardie Siding|Tags: , |