CertainTeed Siding: Cedar Impressions Straightedge Perfection Shingles

Timeless Style

Whether the view is of a rolling ocean, restful lake, or main street, the finest homes have traditionally been sided with cedar shingles. It is a time-honored style that offers textured beauty as well as outstanding durability. Cedar Impressions® Double 7" Straight Edge Perfection Shingles offer aesthetic and performance qualities second to none.

Ideal for any style home, Double 7" Perfection Shingles straight edge design creates a beautiful, classic appearance found on the most distinctive homes. In addition to the exceptional looks, they resist the damaging effects of the weather, and yet require no heavy maintenance.

Double 7" Straight Edge Perfection Shingles Offer:

• Patented PanelThermometer ™ for precise installation
• TrueTexture ™ finish Designed and tested to withstand hurricane force winds
• Made of injection molded, durable polymer
• 3/4" Panel Projection
• .100" Thick
• Molded Perimeter Lock™ helps create a virtually seamless appearance
• Virtually maintenance free, never needs painting
• Lifetime limited warranty

Beautiful, Energy Efficient Siding

Is the cost of heating or cooling your Maryland home rising month after month? The cause of your increasing costs could be leaks and cracks in the structure of your home, gaps that are letting the costly energy escape to the outdoors. Whether it is hot air in the winter or cool air in the summer, you are paying for energy that your home can not properly hold in. At HomeTech, we are the roofing contractors Maryland residents turn to for low maintenance siding from CertainTeed and Mastic.

Our experts give just as much attention to detail in our siding service as they do to our roofing, Maryland, and it is you who reap the benefits. From the moment we step onto your property for your FREE in-home estimate, our experienced and factory-trained staff will work hard to increase the value and energy efficiency of your home by installing top-notch siding. Our partnerships with CertainTeed and Mastic allow HomeTech to provide our clients with a wide range of colors, textures, and siding materials.

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CertainTeed Siding: Cedar Impressions Sawmill Shingles

Capture the Beauty of Natural Cedar. Keep the Look Forever.

A home sided with natural cedar shingles has a character all its own. But, this character comes with a price for upkeep. Continual expenditures of time and money will be necessary as wood ages and weathers. With Cedar Impressions® Individual 5" Sawmill Shingles, maximum character is maintained with minimum care.

CertainTeed's innovative CedarLife™ Color Blends capture the appearance of natural Eastern White Cedar and Western Red Cedar at various stages. CedarLife Enables the selection of unique random color patterns for one-of-a kind exterior designs. CertainTeed's CedarLife Color Blends make time stand still, assuring that the shades and patterns chosen today will remain fresh and beautiful for a lifetime.

Individual 5" Sawmill Shingles Offers:

• Patented pending design replicates authentic appearance
• TrueTexture™ finish Designed and tested to withstand hurricane force winds
• Made of injection molded, durable polymer
• 1" Panel Projection
• .090" Thick
• Installs like real cedar shingles
• Virtually maintenance free, never needs painting
• Lifetime limited warranty

Getting to know us at Home Tech Exterior

Founded in 2000, HomeTech has quickly grown into the top choice for roofing in Frederick County, Montgomery County, Howard County, and Prince Georges County. The thing that has separated us from other local contractors is our dedication to using the latest and greatest materials and techniques in each of our services. We are able to do this through solid relationships with each of our manufacturers, which are listed below.

• GAF Roofing
• CertainTeed Siding
• Mastic Siding
• EnergyTech by Soft Lite Windows
• Pro Via Entry Doors

These manufacturers are the best in the Maryland home improvement industry, and HomeTech is fully certified to install the products of each one. This certification comes from factory-training that each of our Columbia roofing contractors, siding contractors, replacement window contractors, and replacement door contractors undergoes each year. Thanks to this certification HomeTech is also able to offer our clients the deepest warranties available on the market for each of the products we install. These warranties, on top of our own Workmanship Guarantee, give you the kind of protection you need when remodeling the exterior of your home.

At HomeTech our main goal is to exceed your expectations in every service we provide. We dedicate ourselves to that cause, and that is the reason we are able to provide the top quality siding, windows, doors, and roofing Frederick MD, Germantown MD, Silver Spring MD, Ellicott City MD, and Laurel MD home and business owners have come to expect from us. No other Columbia roofing contractor can offer the same range of services with the same kind of protection that we at HomeTech provide our clients with every day.

Use the Sun to Lower Your Energy Costs

Constantly rising energy costs are taking a toll on the wallets of all Maryland homeowners. Paying to heat and cool your home year ‘round is an expensive venture, and the structure of your home could be hemorrhaging your hard earned money. That is where HomeTech comes in. Our Maryland solar roofing service is designed to immediately and dramatically decrease the amount of energy that you need to pay for, all by harnessing the natural energy produced by the sun.

As one of the leading solar roofing contractors in Frederick MD, and all of Maryland, HomeTech installs solar roofing for purposes beyond just saving you money, however. We also believe we have a responsibility for our environment, and that by installing solar roofing, Maryland, we are just doing our due diligence. We take great pride in providing solar roofing to homes all over Maryland, from Columbia to Silver Spring. Roofing is our passion, and solar roofing is just another reason that HomeTech is the roofing company in Maryland that home and business owners trust first.

So what are the benefits of hiring HomeTech to install solar roofing onto your MD home? As we explained above, our solar roofs are extremely energy efficient, but they are aesthetically pleasing as well. Installing solar roofing onto your home will add to its curb appeal as well as its resale value if you are thinking of selling. In addition, you remain connected to your electrical utility to provide you with electricity when your home solar power system isn’t producing. One of the biggest bonuses behind solar roofing is that, on sunny days when the amount of energy you receive exceeds the amount you use, you can actually see electrical usage dial spin backwards!

EnergyTech Windows from Soft Lite

The windows of your home are key to its energy efficiency, and in many cases they are the leading cause of leaking energy. Aging windows that have become difficult to open and close or windowpanes that are cracked and leaking can lead to skyrocketing energy costs. So how do Maryland homeowners combat these problems? They call the expert roofing contractors Frederick MD and all of Maryland trust to install high quality replacement windows as well- HomeTech.

HomeTech partners with Soft Lite to install their EnergyTech replacement windows. Designed with an increased R-Value, these windows are one of the newest innovations in energy efficient living. When manufactured by Soft Lite and installed by the Germantown roofing professionals at HomeTech, replacement windows will immediately make a positive difference in your energy bills.
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Emergency Maryland Roof Repairs

Maryland residents are no strangers to heavy storms, nor the damage that they can cause to their homes. The roof of a Maryland home is especially susceptible to damage from falling debris of all kinds. Even if there is no storm, you never know when disaster will strike and you will come home to find a tree taking up residence in your living room.

If a freak accident like a falling tree occurs, it would not be wise to wait to repair the damage that your home accrues. Call an expert Maryland roofing contractor like HomeTech immediately, and our crew will quickly respond to your property. We may not be able to fix the damage right away, but our first step will be to tarp off any areas that are left open to the elements.

This quick response time is just one of the reasons HomeTech is the top choice in roofing contractors Frederick MD and Columbia roofing contractors, as well as each of the other towns we service.

So if you need emergency repairs, don’t wait. Call a fully licensed MD roofing contractor like HomeTech before it is too late!

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Signs You Need a New MD Roofing System

Residential and commercial properties can often change hands frequently, and the integrity of the roof can go unchecked through several changes of ownership. It is essential that Maryland home and business owners have their roofs inspected every 3-5 years by a MD roofing contractor like HomeTech. A regular inspection will keep you, your family, your employees, or your possessions safe from the dangers of water damage, falling debris, and mold. When you own a building of any kind, the occupants need to feel safe being under you roof, and HomeTech has the expertise necessary to give them peace of mind.

When you contact a professional roofing contractor in Columbia MD or any of HomeTech’ service areas, you need to make sure they actually get up onto your roof to perform an inspection. Some local contractors will give you an estimate on roof repairs or replacements without thoroughly inspecting the structure, which leads to missed details. At HomeTech, our staff of professional MD roofing contractors will climb up to your roof to make sure we give you a fair, detailed estimate. Here are just a few of the points we will check for when inspecting your Columbia MD, Laurel MD, or Germantown roofing system:

• Stains or dripping water on interior walls
• Cracked or curling shingles
• Missing shingles
• Excessive mold or moss growth
• Staining on the interior structure
• Penetration of the shingle layer or roof deck
• Ice dam build-up

These are not necessarily signs that you need to replace your roof, but if left to their own devices these defects will lead to the need for a costly replacement of your MD roofing system. That is why you should have an expert MD roofing contractor inspect your roof semi-frequently, if not just to give you peace of mind knowing that you don’t have these problems.

Energy Savings

Older windows that are poorly designed, constructed, or installed allow energy to pass through easily, reducing efficiency and increasing your monthly bills. The EPA has even released a study which states that more than 30% of energy that is lost from homes is due to improperly installed or malfunctioning windows. At HomeTech we install EnergyTech windows from Soft Lite, each one designed to dramatically increase the efficiency of your Maryland home.

The MD Roofers with “Low-E” Expertise

If the furniture or other items in your home that are close to your windows are fading, it is due to windows that were not produced to block out UV light. If the temperature of your Maryland homes seems to never decrease even when you are blasting the AC, your windows could be letting in a large amount of IR light, or in layman’s terms- heat.

When IR light enters your home, it heats up whatever it touches. “Low-e” glass reflects this energy, keeping you home cool in the hot summer months. In addition, “Low-E” windows will keep the heat that you pay for during the winter months from escaping. Replacement windows from Soft Lite and installed by HomeTech can help bring down your energy costs year ‘round!

It has been more than a decade since HomeTech broke into the Maryland home improvement industry, and it has long been our goal to save our neighbors money with our services. It is due to our partnership with Soft Lite, one of nation’s top produces of energy efficient windows, that we are the roofing company in Maryland whose neighbors also turn to save them money by installing high quality replacement windows.

So if you need new windows or any sort of exterior remodeling, don’t go seeking out multiple contractors, Maryland. One call to HomeTech and you’ll have access to the widest range of energy saving remodeling service offered by a Columbia, Germantown, or Laurel MD roofing contractor.

Storm and Water Flood Restoration Services

The possibility of Flood damages are all around us, however we seldom think about it in our daily lives. From an old building and pipes, to a water heater with age, or a random tropical storm or hurricane. If this did happen to you, who are you going to turn to? Your insurance company; that makes money off of your home not having any damages and will try to cut corners in restoring your home with the hard earned money you pay for in premiums every year. Your first call should be in the hands of the experts of Home Tech Services. We are a licensed and bonded general contractor that specializes in home improvement and calamity damages. We follow the strictest guidelines that all major insurance agencies put out for contractors as well as local county and city home construction guidelines. All this without the extra headaches of trying to replace other valuables in your home. Call us and let us give you a helping hand in making your home, home again.

Cracked or curling shingles

Have you lived in your home for a long time? Are you starting to see cracked or curling shingles? Maybe it's time for a new roof.

Residential and commercial properties can often change hands frequently, and the integrity of the roof can go unchecked through several changes of ownership.

Excessive mold or moss growth

 

Excessive mold or moss growth is not normal on your roof.

A regular inspection will keep you, your family, your employees, or your possessions safe from the dangers of water damage, falling debris, and mold. When you own a building of any kind, the occupants need to feel safe being under you roof, and HomeTech has the expertise necessary to give them peace of mind.

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Ice Dam Build Up

An ice dam is a ridge of ice that forms at the edge of a roof and prevents melting snow (water) from draining off theroof. The water that backs up behind the dam can leak into a home and cause damage to walls, ceilings, insulation, and other areas.

Leaky Roof? We Can Fix That.

 

At HomeTech our decades of industry experience has shown us that a leaky roof can not properly protecting your investments. Whether you are a Maryland homeowner or you own a commercial property, you need your roof to be dependable and leak free in order for your stakeholders to feel safe. For a trained professional, finding and fixing these leaks is a simple matter, and HomeTech is an expert in located and patching roof leaks, Maryland.

Targeting the usual areas associated with roof leaks first, and then moving on to a full inspection of your roof, HomeTech’ highly skilled Maryland roofing contractors have the trained eye needed to find any and all roof leaks. We know the importance of a complete and thorough inspection which includes climbing onto your roof and looking inside your home. Once found, we have the top-quality materials needed to make immediate, long-lasting repairs.

If you leave leaks or cracks open to the elements, you could be endangering every person and electronic device in your building. Water that gets into your walls via cracks in your roof can cause puddles, stains, and even electrical fires! These dangers should be your motivation to call a professional Maryland roofing company like HomeTech and set up a FREE in-home inspection. It could mean the difference between simple repairs and a full, costly roof replacement.

One call to HomeTech, a locally owned and operated roofing company in Maryland, and hours later you will have professional roofers on your roof, scouring it for any signs of leaks. Remember, as with all of our services, our expectations of our own work will not be met until we have exceeded yours!

FREE Roof Inspection & Estimate by our HAAG Certified Roof Professionals for MD, VA, DC, PA, NJ Homes and Beyond!

Tired of patching leaks and replacing shingles? If you have a faulty system, you could be in danger of everything from water damage to mold! One call to us and you’ll be on the path towards a solid, dependable roof. Give us a ring at (301) 637-9019 for your next project in the city as well as in Laurel, Columbia, Germantown, or the Silver Spring area.

Expertly Crafted Doors from the MD Roofing Professionals

HomeTech has the privilege of being both a certified Maryland roofing company and a certified installer of top-of-the-line doors from Pro Via. Beautifully crafted and energy efficient, replacement doors from Pro Via will increase your curb appeal and resale value while decreasing your energy costs. Installing doors from Pro Via is the reason HomeTech is the Columbia roofing contractor that Maryland residents also turn for energy efficient replacement doors.

The doors that Pro Via produces and we install are designed to provide Maryland homes with further structural strength and security with superior energy efficiency. The less energy that escapes through your door, Maryland, the less money you will have to spend to produce energy. Plus, the front door of your home is the first thing that most visitors will notice, making it vital to their first impression of your home.

In order to make their first impression a good one, Pro Via creates beautifully crafted doors that can immediately increase the curb appeal of any home. Whether you need a front door, storm door, patio door, etc., HomeTech has the wealth of experience and manufacturer backing necessary to ensure high quality.

With energy efficient MD roofing, siding, windows, and doors, HomeTech has the solutions to all of your replacement needs. One call to HomeTech and you could turn your home into a mecca of energy efficiency that will pay for itself.

So if you’re doors are lacking in beauty, efficiency, or just no longer fit your style, contact HomeTech today. Locally owned and operated, we could already be installing a quality Pro Via door in your Frederick County, Montgomery County, Howard County, or Prince Georges County neighborhood!

Expert Repair Services

The exterior of your home is constantly open to the elements, which can lead it to accrue damages of all kinds of the years. From high winds, to driving rain, to piercing hail, the weather patterns of Maryland can throw many different things at your home. That is why HomeTech offers a wide range of specialized repair services, each one designed for homes in Maryland.

With decades of combined home improvement service, our staff has seen it all. This means that no matter what kind of damage has occurred, we have the materials and techniques necessary to fix it.

After an initial FREE in-home estimate, our expert repair team will act quickly to repair any damages they find. Speed is key to a quality repair service, and we have some of the fastest and best contractor in the industry. Plus, HomeTech is locally owned and operated in Monrovia, MD, which means we can promptly respond to any job site in our service area. If you need emergency repairs, make sure to call us right away so we can close any exposed areas of your home to the outside elements. Exposure to the outdoors can only worsen the damage.

So whether you need expert Maryland storm damage repairs, hail damage repairs, roof leak repair, or just an inspection to make sure the structure of your home is sound after an incident, HomeTech is your one stop for all your repair, flood and fire restoration needs.

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Is all glass used in replacement windows the same?

No. Special consideration should be given to glass options such as tempered glass, Low-E glass, Argon gas, Krypton gas, and heat mirror. Each option offers various levels of energy efficiency and safety.