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With Our Impeccable Clean up Guarantee, You Won't Have to Worry About a Thing!

What Else Can You Expect From Our Impeccable Clean up Guarantee?

Prior to Commencement of Work:

We will protect the exterior of your home and landscape with tarps in the areas in which the work is taking place.
We will also make arrangements for a dump trailer to be dropped off the evening before or the morning of the job.

Upon Completion of Work:

Our team members will utilize power blowers to remove remaining debris from your new roof.
Additionally, a magnet sweep wil...

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Franciscus Incorporated - We're Northern Ohio's Trusted Name!

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The Beginnings of the Company

Lee Franciscus started working in the roofing industry by chance after serving in the United States military. "After I got out of the Army I was working three jobs," he recalled. "I was approached by a friend who asked me to help out at his father's roofing company. I never thought that it would become a career, but I liked the work, I loved learning about roofing. Three years later I started my own company." Thus, Franciscus Incorporated was established.

He knew that quality craftsmanship played a crucial role in the roofing industry, so he developed a business model that hinged on finding t...

In Addition to Noticeable Leaks, There Are Other Signs That Your Roof Needs Attention

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Your Roof Is an Important Part of Your Home's Weatherproofing and Insulation System

Updating your home with new siding, installing new energy-efficient windows, and giving your exterior a fresh coat of paint are great ways to increase curb appeal. However, a new roof not only freshens up the exterior, it’s also the most important part of your home’s weatherproofing and insulation system.

With that being said, it's important to keep in mind that just because your roof has never leaked before does not mean the original installation went smoothly. In fact, problems caused by poor installation often don’t show up for f...

Siding Is an Important Element to Your Home’s Design!

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A Guide to Siding for Your Home

You might not think about it often, but your siding is an important element to your home’s design. It doesn't only add curb appeal, but it also helps prevent weather damage and insulates it from outside temperatures.

Whether you’re looking to replace current siding or install the perfect option for your new home, you’ll want to be thoughtful in your siding choice. It’s a long-lasting feature where there is much to consider. To help, here are a few things you should know about your exterior siding.

Home Siding Costs

The first question most homeowners ask when it comes to s...

Identify Normal Aging Characteristics of Asphalt Roofing Shingles

As a Homeowner, Here Is What You Can Expect from Your Aging Roof

As You Review Your Roof...

Expect a natural aging process

Just as the human body ages and changes appearance over the years, so too will your roof. Due to the severity of the roof environment, even a one-year-old roof may look different from a roof that was just installed. While you may have first noticed the cracks or blistering from the ladder as you were cleaning the gutters, please be mindful that these normal weathering characteristics may not be visible when you view the roof from your front lawn or driveway. And if the problem is not severe and the shingles are still providing the protection intended, then it is not a cause for alarm.

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