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Algae and Moss Growth on Maryland Roofs: Why Summer Humidity Is the Culprit (And How to Stop It)

One summer, your roof looks completely fine. The next time you check your roof, you notice dark stripes appearing on shingles and green spots forming close to the edges. This may raise the question of whether your roof is aging, and you may begin to consider repairing...

Freeze-Thaw Cycles in Maryland: The Silent Roof Damage You Don’t See

Freeze-thaw cycles in Maryland can quietly damage your roof over time. When temperatures fluctuate between above and below freezing, often within the same day, snow and ice melt, allowing moisture to penetrate into small openings between shingles and flashing. When...

The Most Overlooked Roofing Components That Protect Your Home

What protects your home from water isn’t always what you see from the street. The most important roofing components are often the ones that are hidden from view. Most homeowners think that shingles are the roof. At Topper Roofing, we have replaced many roofs and know...

Does Your Home Have Damage From Recent Storms?

Before inspecting the exterior of your home for damage after a storm, make sure the severe weather has passed and it is safe to be outside. If you see downed power lines, electrical hazards, or flooding, keep away from the area and immediately call 911. Even if the...

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How to Know When to Replace your Siding

Your Siding is the most visible part of your home, and your first line of defense against the elements. When your Siding fails, your home’s protection fails. It’s important for your Siding to do its job; here are some tell-tale signs it’s time to replace your home’s...

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Common Exterior Damages to Watch for in Winter

Of all the seasons, winter can be the most damaging to your home’s exterior. In areas where snow, sleet, and ice are frequent some exterior damage can be unavoidable and weaken your home’s exterior systems. This winter keep an eye on your Roofing, Siding, and Gutters...

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4 Problems That Will Affect Your Roof This Spring

The time has come to address home damage issues. Even the best materials will degrade, and that means looking ahead to what happens next. Winter is finally receding, which means spring is on the way. Even so, that has its own complex set of problems that will affect...

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4 Ways to Know You Need New Siding

You might not think that replacing your siding is necessary. After all, doing some basic repairs or preventative maintenance can extend their lifespan of service by months or even years. However, many homeowners don’t have the skills or expertise to do a good enough...

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