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    <title>Finding a qualified Roofing Company</title>
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    &lt;p style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;font face=&quot;tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;Finding a qualified Roofing company&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;font face=&quot;tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;When having a new roof replaced it&#039;s something you know you need but sometimes take for granted. Choosing a roofing company to replace your roof in Rhode Island is not the easiest task. Here is a check list and tips that will help you and your home when it comes time to replace the roof. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;- Don&#039;t wait until you absolutely need a roof. Try to contact a roofing company in the off season when it&#039;s not raining or snowing. If you find out your roof has a leak, it can be a mess to have a roof completed during bad weather.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;font face=&quot;tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;- Always compare different prices for your roof. Don&#039;t make the mistake of choosing the least expensive company, make sure the products and services you are looking into are all created equally. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;- Ask to see projects that the roofing company has completed in your area. Pictures are great but being able to drive by someone&#039;s house who lives close by really gives you an idea of the service you will be receiving. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;- Speak with the roofing company about what time of material he think would work best for your house. After all, he is the professional and if he can answer you honestly it should generate a great relationship between the both of you. &lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;font face=&quot;tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;- Make sure you go over how long the roof will be off your house, how long the project will take to complete and how long their equipment will be on your property. &lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;font face=&quot;tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;- Warranties aren&#039;t always as clear as you think. Make sure you know who will be coming out if there is a problem with the roof and if the service is completely free or not. &lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;font face=&quot;tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;Is it time for you to replace a roof? Are you looking for a roofing company in Rhode Island? &lt;a title=&quot;Roofing Rhode Island&quot; href=&quot;http://homeimprovementri.com/estimates.php?product=roofing&quot;&gt;We&#039;ve got you covered.&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
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    <pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2011 13:21:56 -0400</pubDate>
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    <title>Is it time to replace your Roof?</title>
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    &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;font face=&quot;tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;Is it time for a new roof?&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;font face=&quot;tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot; style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot;&gt;As the last snow bank melts and springtime becomes a reality, we can&#039;t help but think back to the hectic winter we had this year in Rhode Island. The snow piled up, the roads were impassable and bags of salt in our garage were stacking high. Our shovels and snow blowers were used practically every week and we all remember the fear of knowing that our roofs were bearing the brunt of the pressure from the massive snowstorms.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Now that the winter chaos has subsided and our &lt;strong&gt;roofs &lt;/strong&gt;are snow-free, replacing your shingles might be the next &lt;strong&gt;home improvement project&lt;/strong&gt; that needs to be done. With the passage of time and the pressure of the unpredictable New England climate, some damage is bound to happen to your &lt;a title=&quot;Roofing RI&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; href=&quot;/products.php?estimate=windows&quot;&gt;roof&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Today, asphalt shingles are the least expensive option and yet they will add to your home&#039;s aesthetic value. Don&#039;t confuse the affordable price with the superiority of the product. These shingles come in various colors so they match the look of your home. This guarantees that your home will not only be protected by one of the best &lt;strong&gt;roofing &lt;/strong&gt;options on the market but it will also look good. Therefore, to put it blunty, you&#039;re getting the most bang for your buck.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;In terms of cost, the price of replacing your &lt;strong&gt;roof &lt;/strong&gt;will vary depending on several factors including pitch and roof height. The project could take anywhere from a day or two to more than a week depending on the scope of the job. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;All things considering, having your &lt;strong&gt;roof &lt;/strong&gt;replaced is a must. If it hasn&#039;t been done, &lt;a title=&quot;Roofing estimate RI&quot; href=&quot;/estimates.php?product=roofing&quot;&gt;Home Improvement RI&lt;/a&gt; is here to help you! &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Shane Lima&lt;br /&gt;Home Improvement of RI &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;font face=&quot;tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;/p&gt; 
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    <pubDate>Tue, 15 Mar 2011 04:50:19 -0400</pubDate>
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    <title>2011 Rhode Island Home Show </title>
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    <title>Keeping up with your Investments - Window Maintenance</title>
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    &lt;font face=&quot;tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot; size=&quot;3&quot; style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Keeping up with your Investment - Window Maintenance - A must&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;So, you finally replaced those old, battered &lt;strong&gt;windows &lt;/strong&gt;and now have cutting-edge &lt;a href=&quot;http://homeimprovementri.com/products.php?estimate=windows&quot; title=&quot;Replacement Windows RI&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;replacement windows&lt;/a&gt;. It has virtually changed the look of your home and you can now boast of your monetary savings because of your &lt;em&gt;investment&lt;/em&gt;. You chose either a double or triple-pane &lt;strong&gt;window&lt;/strong&gt; depending on where you live and how long you plan on living there. Everything has worked like clockwork and another &lt;strong&gt;home improvement project&lt;/strong&gt; is behind you. &lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;/div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;But now, just like any other investment in life, maintenance is key. For some, after making the needed changes and paying the money for it, the &lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; title=&quot;Home Improvement RI&quot;&gt;home improvement&lt;/a&gt; project is forgotten. The project is checked off the list and the new &lt;strong&gt;siding, windows or roof&lt;/strong&gt; is ignored and shoved to the back burner. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;However, a wise &lt;strong&gt;homeowner &lt;/strong&gt;is a rational &lt;strong&gt;homeowner&lt;/strong&gt;. When a project is done and you are now enjoying the benefits, you must consciously choose to maintain it. As they say, everything good in life is worth fighting for. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;For your &lt;strong&gt;windows&lt;/strong&gt;, maintenance is as easy as the breeze that flows through them. To prevent the need for spending more &lt;em&gt;money &lt;/em&gt;down the line, it is necessary to regularly clean your &lt;strong&gt;windows &lt;/strong&gt;and pay attention to any changes that may arise. This could include but is not limited to: inspecting the joints and seams for any irregularities and looking for any cracks or signs of potential cracks. If any cracks begin to appear, duct tape could be the temporary remedy until you are able to contact a &lt;strong&gt;window repairman&lt;/strong&gt;. Never try to fix a real issue with a temporary fix. If you made the investment for new windows, a proper repair is vital. Cost of repairs will vary, depending on the size and intricacy of your &lt;strong&gt;windows&lt;/strong&gt;. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Never neglect an issue. When your &lt;a href=&quot;http://homeimprovementri.com/estimates.php?product=windows&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; title=&quot;Replacement Windows RI estimates&quot;&gt;replacement windows&lt;/a&gt; are installed, make sure everything is up to par. As time passes by, pay close attention to any potential issues and make the necessary repairs to preserve the integrity of your investment and the aesthetics of your home. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Shane Lima &lt;br /&gt;Home Improvement of RI &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;br /&gt; 
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    <pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2011 23:53:18 -0500</pubDate>
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    &lt;p style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;&lt;font face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot; size=&quot;5&quot; style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Replacement Windows - A clear Investment &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot;&gt;When you look at your home from the outside and evaluate what needs to be re-touched or completely replaced, some Rhode Islanders completely overlook their &lt;strong&gt;windows&lt;/strong&gt;. In this tough economy, any penny that can be saved &lt;em&gt;should &lt;/em&gt;be saved. With rising &lt;strong&gt;heating &lt;/strong&gt;and &lt;strong&gt;cooling&lt;/strong&gt; costs, no precaution to saving money should be ruled out. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The fact of the matter is, in some cases, 40% of your &lt;strong&gt;heat &lt;/strong&gt;is being lost through your &lt;strong&gt;windows &lt;/strong&gt;and &lt;strong&gt;doors&lt;/strong&gt;. This amount can be cut down substantially with the replacement of your windows. It will not only improve your home aesthetically speaking, but it will also help cut down your energy costs over the long run. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Besides these obvious benefits, &lt;a title=&quot;Replacement Windows&quot; href=&quot;http://homeimprovementri.com/products.php?estimate=windows&quot;&gt;new replacement windows&lt;/a&gt; are easy to clean and maintenance in a breeze. Scraping and re-painting those old &lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;/div&gt;windows will be a thing of the past. Your &lt;strong&gt;new windows&lt;/strong&gt; will give your home a fresh look while saving you money. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Most new &lt;a title=&quot;Replacement Windows&quot; href=&quot;http://homeimprovementri.com/products.php?estimate=windows&quot;&gt;replacement windows&lt;/a&gt; are double-pane but there are also triple-pane windows available in the market today. Your choice of double or triple-pane &lt;strong&gt;windows &lt;/strong&gt;will depend on several factors. If your energy costs aren&#039;t too high, a &lt;strong&gt;double-pane &lt;/strong&gt;might be your best option, whereas a triple-pane will do the job in areas where energy costs are particularly steep. Also, if you expect to live in the same house for the long term, &lt;strong&gt;triple-pane windows&lt;/strong&gt; might be the optimal choice for you.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The benefits are obvious. You will save yourself some money and your home resale value will increase. &lt;a title=&quot;Replacement Windows estimates&quot; href=&quot;http://homeimprovementri.com/estimates.php?product=windows&quot;&gt;Replacement windows&lt;/a&gt; might be the next best home improvement project for you.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Shane Lima &lt;br /&gt;Home Improvement of RI&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt; 
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;font face=&quot;tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot; size=&quot;3&quot; style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;As you take a drive around any part of &lt;strong&gt;Rhode Island&lt;/strong&gt;, some houses appear shabby and worn while others appear fresh and renewed. Many times, the difference between one and the other is whether the homeowner chose to &lt;strong&gt;install vinyl siding&lt;/strong&gt;. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Whether you have a modern home or reside in a historic landmark, &lt;strong&gt;vinyl siding&lt;/strong&gt; may be the best solution to replace those old, unsightly, paint-chipped shingles. Don’t underestimate the difference it could make on your home.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;For &lt;strong&gt;vinyl siding&lt;/strong&gt;, the pros unquestionably outweigh the cons. As the old phrase goes, the devil&lt;!-- s9ymdb:9 --&gt;&lt;img width=&quot;210&quot; height=&quot;281&quot; alt=&quot;Vinyl Siding RI&quot; title=&quot;Vinyl Siding&quot; src=&quot;http://www.homeimprovementri.com/blog/uploads/HomeImprovement/VinylSidingarticle.jpg&quot; class=&quot;serendipity_image_left&quot; /&gt; is in the details. One of the best qualities of &lt;strong&gt;vinyl siding&lt;/strong&gt; is its sheer strength. Siding is made of PVC plastic resin. In the constant flux of New England weather, you can rest assured that you’re new siding will resist the pressure. It can’t rust. The paint won’t chip. Many &lt;strong&gt;vinyl siding&lt;/strong&gt; companies provide guarantees for their product. This allows you, the consumer, to be at ease about your investment.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;font face=&quot;tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot; size=&quot;3&quot; style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;In a day and age of rush and stress, saving time is a must. &lt;strong&gt;Vinyl siding&lt;/strong&gt; is quick and easy to install. It also comes in virtually limitless colors and designs to make your home the highlight of your neighborhood. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Finally, it’s easy to maintain. Many people find that a yearly power wash will do the trick. For some, the garden hose will suffice. However, it’s important to note that even though vinyl is strong, it’s not indestructible. Despite this, it’s important to note that if your vinyl panel chips or breaks, a replacement panel can easily be installed without trouble or hassle. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;As the snow melts and springtime arrives, now is the perfect time to assess what home improvement projects need to be done. &lt;strong&gt;Vinyl siding&lt;/strong&gt; could be your answer.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;2&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Shane Lima &lt;br /&gt;Home Improvement RI&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; 
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&lt;p style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;&lt;font face=&quot;tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot;&gt;Meet &lt;a href=&quot;http://homeimprovementricontractors.com&quot;&gt;HomeImprovementRIcontractors.com&lt;/a&gt;. This is a listing of qualified home improvement companies and contractors in Rhode Island. In order for a company to be listed on our new website they must have been in business for over 5 years, be licensed, insured, have no compliments with the BBB and have extremely competitive prices. &lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;font face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot; size=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;font face=&quot;tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot; style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Top Six Home Improvement Investments in Rhode Island&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Before you think about the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/&quot; title=&quot;home improvement rhode island&quot;&gt;home improvement Rhode Island&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; houses can undergo, you should take into consideration the current top six home improvements across the state. Due to their profitability and overall improvement to the home&#039;s living condition, these are the most popular additions and remodeling projects in Rhode Island. Look them over and see if one of them can help you get more enjoyment out of your home, or help maximize its profitable potential.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;/div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;1. Bathroom Remodeling&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;A &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/products.php?estimate=bathrooms&quot; title=&quot;bathroom remodeling&quot;&gt;bathroom remodeling&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; is a small, affordable project that can have a huge impact on your daily life. To give you some ideas, you could replace the tile, update any fixtures, add more storage space, or replace the toilet and plumbing system. Whatever you do, it will give you a refreshing outlook on such a necessary room.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;2. Kitchen Remodeling&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The kitchen is one of the central locations of any home. Whether you use it as a dining area, a home office, a gathering place, or a cook&#039;s haven, a kitchen remodeling project can help enlighten the environment and increase its appeal. The project could involve replacing light fixtures, installing cabinets, or increasing the number of electric sockets.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;3. Vinyl Siding&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;For whatever reason, individuals often overlook the exterior of the house as a potential remodeling projects. However, installing &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/products.php?estimate=vinyl_siding&quot; title=&quot;vinyl siding&quot;&gt;vinyl siding&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;, or replacing old siding, can drastically improve the look and worth of a house. This is especially true for houses built years ago when there were not as many options for vinyl siding.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;4. Basement Remodeling&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Being the lowest room in the house, the basement is often ignored as a potential remodeling project. In Rhode Island, remodeling a basement could be one of the quickest ways to improve upon a house. Instead of a grimy, drank basement, you could easily have a guestroom, playroom, home office, organized storage area, or whatever you can dream up. The basement contains such untapped potential that it should never be passed up as a remodeling project.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;5. Roofing&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;A Rhode Island roof goes through a lot of punishment throughout the year. Rain, snow, sun, wind, it all slowly eats away at the roof&#039;s integrity, making it unstable and sometimes dangerous. Rather than continuing to ignore the problem, you could look into a roofing project as your next next big home improvement. This will help ensure that your home remains safe and secure for the next fifty years.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;6. Windows&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/products.php?estimate=windows&quot; title=&quot;replacement windows&quot;&gt;Replacement windows&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; are an excellent way to update the style and value of your house. You may be surprised to see what a new window style can do to the overall look of your house. Plus, with almost forty percent of all internal heat lost through the windows and doors, a modern window can help save you money on heating bills.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;2&quot;&gt;Dale Rappaneau&lt;br /&gt;Home Improvement RI&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; 
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    <pubDate>Sat, 29 Jan 2011 00:37:21 -0500</pubDate>
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;font face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot; size=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;Along with our &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.homeimprovementri.com/blog/&quot; title=&quot;home improvement articles&quot;&gt;home improvement articles&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;, we also want to help keep you and your house safe this winter. The cold Rhode Island months can put a massive amount of stress on the roof of your house, especially during intense snowfall seasons. All of that snow and ice accumulates and can possibly damage the integrity of your roof, as well as the vinyl siding, walls, and ceilings. With &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/products.php?estimate=roofing&quot; title=&quot;roofing&quot;&gt;roofing&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt; being such dangerous work, it is vital that you leave all repairs to the professionals.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;strong style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;Winter Roof Damage&lt;a title=&quot;home improvement ri&quot; href=&quot;/&quot;&gt;&lt;img vspace=&quot;15&quot; hspace=&quot;15&quot; align=&quot;right&quot; alt=&quot;home improvement ri&quot; src=&quot;http://frugaldad.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/snowonroof100508.jpg&quot; style=&quot;width: 289px; height: 213px;&quot; /&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;The heat within the house causes the ice and snow on your roof to melt. The resulting water then refreezes, creating ice blockage on the roof, gutters, and downspouts. As more water unfreezes, it is forces through flashings, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/products.php?estimate=vinyl_siding&quot; title=&quot;vinyl siding&quot;&gt;vinyl siding&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;, and under the roofing system, causing interior water damage in the form of cracks. Given enough time, these cracks pose a serious threat to the well-being of you and your house.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;strong style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;Skylight Damage&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;When snow builds up on your skylight, it covers the &amp;quot;weep holes&amp;quot; and prevents the drainage of excess water. In addition, internal heat can cause condensation to form on the windowpane, resulting in dripping water. Be sure to remove the snow as it accumulates, so it does not freeze and potentially damage the skylight, or you may find yourself in the market for &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/products.php?estimate=windows&quot; title=&quot;replacement windows&quot;&gt;replacement windows&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;strong style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;Clearing Your Gutters&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;It is almost impossible to avoid the buildup of ice within your gutter system. To deter the onset of ice damage to your gutter, it should be cleaned regularly and monitored for ice blocks. Some gutter systems even allow you to remove it from the roof, thus preventing damage, but do not remove the gutter system without the help of a contractor.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;strong style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;Preexisting Roof Damage&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;Regardless of the season, if you see water marks, cracks, or leaks in your ceiling, walls, vinyl siding, or windows, your safety may already be in jeopardy. Contact us immediately at 401-588-9358 and we will get you connected with one of our &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/estimates.php&quot; title=&quot;pre-screened contractors&quot;&gt;pre-screened contractors&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font face=&quot;tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot; size=&quot;2&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;Dale Rappaneau&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;Home Improvement of RI&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; 
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;a title=&quot;replacement windows&quot; href=&quot;/products.php?estimate=windows&quot;&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;&lt;img vspace=&quot;5&quot; hspace=&quot;5&quot; align=&quot;right&quot; style=&quot;width: 260px; height: 210px;&quot; alt=&quot;Replacement Windows&quot; src=&quot;http://i.imgur.com/OskPv.jpg&quot; /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;Most homeowners expect their &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/products.php?estimate=windows&quot; title=&quot;replacement windows&quot;&gt;replacement windows&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;to be installed quickly and efficiently. Quite often, the process is fast and relatively stress-free. Unfortunately, there are some snags that can arise which delay the installation of the replacement windows. If you want to help ensure that your replacement windows are installed within a short period of time, here are some tips for you to perform before the installation occurs.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong style=&quot;color: #bb3100;&quot;&gt;Obstacles and Access&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;When you are looking for some &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a title=&quot;remodeling in Rhode Island&quot; href=&quot;/&quot;&gt;remodeling in Rhode Island&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;, always remember that the contractor needs access to the whole area. Before they arrive to work, remove any debris or obstacles that could potentially block the area and delay work. The construction crew needs plenty of room to work and they will not begin until the whole area is deemed safe and secure. If there is clutter of any kind, have it moved and placed in an area out of the way. This will keep your contractor focused on installing your replacement windows.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong style=&quot;color: #bb3100;&quot;&gt;Cleaning Up the Mess&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;To keep the whole event stress-free, prepare for any messes that may occur, such as broken pieces of &lt;a href=&quot;/products.php?estimate=vinyl_siding&quot; title=&quot;vinyl siding&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;vinyl siding&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;. Sanding and stripping are both necessary during the replacement windows process, so you will have a large amount of saw dust afterward. The replacement windows may also need painting and priming, too. All of this can quickly turn into one mess after another, which is why you should be prepared with drop-cloths, plastic sheets, and old carpet squares to catch all the debris.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong style=&quot;color: #bb3100;&quot;&gt;Easing the Hard Work&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;The work needed for replacement windows can be grueling and difficult, even for the pros. As the homeowner, you can help keep the workflow going by providing a couple amenities for the crew. Keep water on hand for the workers. When the crew first gets there, have some coffee ready, this will heighten the mood and energy level of the workers. Of course, you do not have to provide any of these, but it certainly can help expedite your replacement windows process.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;Dale Rappaneau&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;Home Improvement of RI&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/font&gt; 
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a title=&quot;rhode island home improvement&quot; href=&quot;/&quot;&gt;Rhode Island home improvement&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; often requires thinking about additions to the house, like a sunroom or a new room. Both of these&lt;/font&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt; &lt;/font&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;can add to the overall worth and appeal of the house. But, before you plan out that new addition, you need to be sure that you have all of your bases covered. For example, if you plan on building a sunroom, where will you get your &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/products.php?estimate=windows&quot; title=&quot;replacement windows&quot;&gt;replacement windows&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;? To help make sure you are ready for a new addition, here are some other questions you should carefully answer before finalizing any plans:&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #bb3100;&quot;&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Expand Out or Up&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Building on the first or second floor is one of the first issues that must be tackled when planning an addition. A first floor addition offers more ease of access and stability, but it can also lack the same appeal a second story addition offers. You must carefully review the pros and cons for each floor, taking your lifestyle and home layout into consideration.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #bb3100;&quot;&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Complement Exterior Design or Change It&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Contactors and architects often discourage altering the continuity of your house’s exterior design; however, when properly planned out, an alternate color scheme, material, or &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/products.php?estimate=vinyl_siding&quot; title=&quot;vinyl siding&quot;&gt;vinyl siding&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; on a sunroom or addition can accent your house. Just remember that you may sell the house one day. Not everyone enjoys the sight of bight green against dull pink.&lt;strong style=&quot;color: #bb3100;&quot;&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Local Zoning Codes&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Any Rhode Island home improvement has to take into consideration the heating and cooling capabilities of the house. There is nothing worse than finding out that your new addition is inhabitable during the winter months due to an incapable heating system. Plan your budget for any emergency changes that must be made to keep your whole house at a comfortable temperature.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;If you have any questions, call us at &lt;span style=&quot;color: #bb3100;&quot;&gt;401-588-9358&lt;/span&gt;, or fill out a contact form here. We will set you up with one of our &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a title=&quot;pre-screened contractors&quot; href=&quot;/estimates.php&quot;&gt;pre-screened contractors&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; and help you realize the dream of building a sunroom or addition.&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Dale Rappaneau&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;Home Improvement of RI&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; 
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot; style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;Whenever you take on a new home improvement project, you should look at two factors: the look and durability of the product. If you have &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/products.php?estimate=windows&quot; title=&quot;replacement windows&quot;&gt;replacement windows&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;installed, they should be energy efficient, but durable and easy to clean, too. If you have &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/products.php?estimate=vinyl_siding&quot; title=&quot;vinyl siding&quot;&gt;vinyl siding&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; installed, it should look good and also have a long lifetime expectancy.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;p style=&quot;color: #ff0000;&quot;&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;As of February 17th, 2009, a tax credit policy was enacted which included &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/products.php?estimate=windows&quot; title=&quot;replacement windows&quot;&gt;replacement windows&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;/font&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;on home improvement projects&lt;/font&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;p style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;5&quot; style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Delay of the EPA Lead Paint Fines&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Last week the U.S. Senate voted 60-37 to approve a bill that will prevent &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a title=&quot;home improvement&quot; href=&quot;/&quot;&gt;home improvement&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; contractors from being fined for not complying with the new U.S. Environmental Protection Agency rule on lead paint.&amp;#160;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;The bill, which was sponsored by Sens. James Inhofe, R-Okla., and Susan Collins, R-Maine, passed last Thursday with the support of all of the Senate&#039;s Republicans who were present, with opposition from 36 Democrats and one Independent. The law blocks funds in a supplemental appropriations bill from being used to levy fines or &amp;quot;hold any person liable for construction or renovation work performed by a person.&amp;quot;&amp;#160;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;The bill&#039;s passage is a sign that &amp;quot;there is bipartisan concern about the disastrous implementation of EPA&#039;s lead-based paint rule,&amp;quot; Inhofe said.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;The senator also called on the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee to hold a hearing on the rule. The EPA&#039;s Lead Renovation Repair and Painting Rule, which went into effect April 22, requires that renovations of homes built before 1978 be supervised by a certified renovator and conducted by a certified renovation firm to prevent workers from putting homes in danger with potentially harmful lead dust. Contractors must pay a fee to get certified through a training course, which covers lead-safe work practices. A contractor or home improvement company that is not certified faces a fine of $37,500 per day.&amp;#160;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;The rule affects anyone who is paid for work which disturbs painted surfaces in home built before 1978. Those performing similar work in buildings occupied by children younger than 6 years old, such as schools or day care centers built before 1978, are also affected by the rule, as landlords.&amp;#160;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt; According to Inhofe, most of his constituents in Oklahoma were not aware of the bill until a week before it went into effect and no certification classes were available because of lack of EPA-certified instructors.Since the lead paint rule was instated, the EPA has carried out &amp;quot;an extensive compliance assistance campaign aimed at contractors and other affected stakeholders,&amp;quot; the agency said. &lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;Inhofe and Sen. Tom Coburn, R-Okla., have also introduced another bill that would put off enforcement of the lead paint rule for at least a year, until contractors have a chance to take the required course. No action has been taken with this bill yet.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;John Rossi &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;Johnston, Rhode Island&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;Home Improvement of RI&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; 
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;5&quot; style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;Why Vinyl Siding?&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;There are a lot of reasons why &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/products.php?estimate=vinyl_siding&quot; title=&quot;vinyl siding&quot;&gt;vinyl siding&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; has become one of the more popular materials on the siding market, but one of the biggest reasons is cost. Vinyl siding is one of the less expensive options for siding, and while the material is attractive, durable and basically maintenance free, it is easy to see why vinyl siding is a homeowner&#039;s favorite&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;4&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #bb3100;&quot;&gt;Price of Vinyl Siding&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;Just like with other building material, the price of vinyl siding is going to vary depending on many factors, like style, quality, thickness, durability, &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/products.php?estimate=drywall_insulation&quot; title=&quot;insulation&quot;&gt;insulation&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; properties, installation, and UV protection. If you wanted to try and ballpark the cost of vinyl siding, along with installation, it can run anywhere from $2 to $10 per linear foot. You could receive cheap vinyl siding prices for as little as $1 per linear foot, if you were willing to install it yourself. Although, you should remember that cheap material is bottom tier and vinyl siding is worth spending a little more money on, for reasons we will mention shortly.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;4&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #bb3100;&quot;&gt;Figuring Out the Cost of Vinyl Siding for Your Home&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;We now have a rough idea of what the cost is per linear foot, but what is the total cost for your home? To figure out the total cost, you will need to multiply the number per linear foot by the number of exterior square footage. Then, add the length of your home to the width, multiply that by two, and then multiply by 10. For a 50 foot long home that is 10 feet tall and 20 feet wide, it comes to 1,400 exterior square feet you have got to cover &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;(50 + 50 + 20 + 20) x 10 = 1,400)&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot; /&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot; /&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot; /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;If you do a little more math, you would be able to figure out that the siding will cost between $2,800 to $9,800, not including extras and unexpected expenses.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot; /&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot; /&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;font size=&quot;3&quot; face=&quot;arial,helvetica,sans-serif&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;Calculating the price is almost impossible when you do not know the size of your house. As always, you can simply contact &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/&quot; title=&quot;home improvement ri&quot;&gt;HomeImprovementRI.Com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #663300;&quot;&gt;to receive and compare free vinyl siding estimates. A written quote from pre-screened, licensed &amp;amp; insured contractors will be as accurate as you could come, without actually completing the work.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;John Rossi&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;Johnston, Rhode Island&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot; /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #000000;&quot;&gt;Home Improvement of RI&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt; 
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