What Causes an Ice Dam?
Winter in Bettendorf, IA, brings picturesque landscapes covered in a blanket of snow. However, this seasonal beauty can also bring along a less appealing guest – ice dams. As homeowners, it’s crucial to understand what causes these ice dams and the potential threats they pose to our homes. In this blog, we will delve into…
What is Ice & Water Shield?
Ice & Water Shield is a remarkable innovation in the roofing sector over the past three decades that has revolutionized leak protection. This cutting-edge product, offered by Mainstream Home Improvement, is far from your typical roofing material. Comprising a polymer-modified bitumen, it possesses unique attributes that elevate its status to an indispensable element within any…
The Most Common Roofing Repairs
If you own a home in Bettendorf, IA, Mainstream Home Improvement is a reliable and trustworthy contractor that can provide quality roof restoration. Without proper maintenance, your roofing system can suffer damage from seasonal weather and natural wear. After a thorough inspection, if your roof can no longer benefit from repairs, you can look to…
Signs Your Roof Needs to be Replaced
Today’s roofing materials last much longer than the materials used 20-30 years ago. Without the more current materials, roofs will typically only last about twenty years. If the roof was originally installed improperly, then it can fail even sooner. Mainstream Home Improvement is the leading roof contracting company in the Quad Cities area due to years of high-quality…
Tips to Keep Your Roof in Top Shape This Winter
Winter in the Midwest can be harsh. Luckily, families have the comfort of their furnace to stay comfortable while the exterior of their home is constantly exposed to the elements – especially their roof. At Mainstream Home Improvement, we have a wide range of tips and reinforcement products to keep your roof intact during harsh…
The 5 Key Components of a Complete Roofing System
Whether you’re building a home from the ground up or you’ve decided to replace your existing roof, five key components are essential to the longevity of your roofing system. Mainstream Home Improvement services the Quad Cities and surrounding areas with complete roofing installation for homes and businesses. We are the #1 contractor in the area…
Always Hire a Licensed Roofer with Insurance
If your roof needs professional service, your choice of contractor must be licensed and insured before getting started. Luckily, Mainstream Home Improvement is one of the top-rated roof contracting companies in the Quad Cities area. If work is performed on your roof and an accident occurs, you as the homeowner, could be liable if the…
How And Why To Winterize Your Roof
Winter has arrived, and in Illinois, we can always expect blustering winters. That’s why it can be so important to winterize your roof and prepare for the extreme weather. But to some homeowners, the idea of winterizing a roof is a new concept. What does it mean? Why do you need to winterize your roof?…
How To Spot A Poor Roof Replacement
A roof replacement can be quite an investment, and that makes it intimidating at times. The last thing any Quad Cities homeowner wants is to put thousands of dollars into a roof replacement only to realize that it didn’t do the job well and that you’ll have to have it replaced again in a few…
When Do You Need A Roof Replacement In Davenport, IA?
A good roof should be able to last some time, but no roof can last forever. Over time, the elements will wear down on the roof’s materials — whether it takes 15 years or 100. But it’s not always easy to tell when you need a roof replacement. Sometimes the signs are subtle. How do…
