The JM Roofing Journal

Practical Advice for Homes in Central Vermont

Articles about roofing, siding, gutters and decks, written by the crew that installs and replaces them every day.

Why Do Ice Dams Keep Forming on My Roof?

Ice dams in Vermont are a heat problem wearing a weather costume. Here is what is actually happening up there, and what fixes it.

Basement water usually starts at the roofline. Here is how gutters, downspouts and grade move water into a Vermont foundation.

Deck permits change town to town in Vermont. Here is what most towns require and how to handle it before construction starts.

What to document, when to call, and how to file a roof damage claim after a Vermont storm without losing the coverage you paid for.

Metal sheds snow and lasts decades. Shingles cost less and still handle hard winters. Here is how each one holds up in Vermont, side by side.

Vinyl gets brittle in deep cold and composite costs more up front. Compare durability, upkeep and cost before choosing siding.