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Couto Construction blog

It’s our goal to arm you with the information you need to make the best home improvement decisions for your family. To that end, we’ve put together the following blog posts to keep you informed and up-to-date on the latest trends in roofing, siding, windows and doors. 

Massachusetts and Rhode Island Roofing Blog
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Black and white image of window and text: Why Do My Windows Have Condensation? Are Replacement Window a Good Investment?

Why Do My Windows Have Condensation? Are Replacement Window a Good Investment?

During colder seasons, many of us notice condensation forming on the windows of our homes. This phenomenon manifests itself when humidity comes into c... Read more

Red and Black shingles with How Often Should You Replace Your Roof? A Comprehensive Guide! text

How Often Should You Replace Your Roof? A Comprehensive Guide!

A properly installed, well-maintained roof protects your home from the worst elements and ensures your family’s comfort and safety. But because roof r... Read more

Black and white image of gutters on a roof with How Open Style Gutters Can Leave You Disappointed text

How Open Style Gutters Can Leave You Disappointed

In theory, rain gutters are simple components that protect your home from water damage. In reality, traditional gutters are dogged by their flawed, op... Read more

Straight Talk: How Roof Repair Can Extend The Life Of Your Roof!

Straight Talk: How Roof Repair Can Extend The Life Of Your Roof!

The roofing system on a house is often a large, possibly the largest investment, that a homeowner will make over the time they live in the home. Becau... Read more

Nervous About A Surprise Roof Replacement? 5 Ways To Finance Your Unexpected Roofing Project!

Nervous About A Surprise Roof Replacement? 5 Ways To Finance Your Unexpected Roofing Project!

When it comes to home repairs, few things can be as daunting and expensive as needing a roof replacement. Not only can it come unexpectedly, but the f... Read more

Ice Dams: What are they? Plus: 2 of the most common ways they can cause damage to your home!

Ice Dams: What Are They? PLUS: 3 Of The Most Common Ways They Can Cause Damage To Your Home!

You might worry about winter storms tearing shingles off your roof when it’s cold out. However, there’s a common winter roofing problem of which you m... Read more

Shingle Brands Is One Better Than Another

Shingle Brands: Is One Better Than Another? How Do Owens Corning Shingles Stand Up To The Rest?

Are you looking at getting a new roof soon? One of the most important decisions you’ll need to make involves selecting material and brand. Asphalt roo... Read more

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Metal Roofing vs Asphalt Shingles - which option really is the best choice?

A roof replacement allows you to ensure your home is well-protected from the elements. Having a new roof can also give your home an updated look. Rega... Read more

How To Know If Attic Insulation Is Worth Updating

How To Know If Attic Insulation Is Worth Updating

You may have heard that attic insulation, when properly maintained, can last decades. The truth is that insulation becomes ineffective over time. The ... Read more

How Does A New Residential Roofing Warranty Work?

How Does A New Residential Roofing Warranty Work?

The roofs of homes throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island are tested from June through November by strong North Atlantic hurricanes. Winter brings ... Read more

Couto Construction Donates 200+ Backpacks in Back-to-School Campaign

NEW BEDFORD, Mass., Sept. 19, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Couto Construction, a group of exterior home experts, is truly a company that cares. Its co... Read more

How To Choose The Best Shingle Color For Your Roof

How To Choose The Best Shingle Color For Your Roof

What dessert is best? That’s a silly question, of course, because we all like different things, and some of us do not even like desserts. What color o... Read more

How to Winterize My Home and When is the Best Time To Start

Winter will be here soon and you need to know How to Winterize My Home and When is the Best Time To Start

As the winter season comes, all responsible homeowners need to take measures to ensure that their properties, particularly their roofs, are fully pre... Read more

Can A Leaky Roof Cause Electrical Problems?

Can A Leaky Roof Cause Electrical Problems?

You know your roof has a tiny leak, and you mean to get to it soon. But now, the nagging voice in your head worries at you: can a leaky roof cause ele... Read more

How Can I Tell If The Leak In My Roof Will Cause Mold?

How Can I Tell If The Leak In My Roof Will Cause Mold?

Will a leaking roof cause mold? You may already know that high humidity in your attic (from a leaky roof) can cause condensation and damage furniture ... Read more

6 Tell-Tale Signs You Have A Roof Leak & What Makes It An Emergency

6 Tell-Tale Signs You Have A Roof Leak & What Makes It An Emergency

When you were a kid, you giggled over questions like, “What is the sound of one hand clapping?” As a homeowner, now you lie awake at night churning ov... Read more

Roofing Contractor Couto Construction Wins Owens Corning Award for Philanthropy

Roofing Contractor Couto Construction Wins Owens Corning Award for Philanthropy

NEW BEDFORD, Mass., — In 2018, “Couto Cares” became Couto Construction’s company motto and it continues to be at the heart of what this roofing contra... Read more

How Attic Insulation Works To Protect Your Home

How Attic Insulation Works To Protect Your Home

How attic insulation works is, for many homeowners, not how they think it works. A lot of science backs up the technology of modern attic insulation (... Read more

4 Perks You Gain With Cellulose Insulation In Your Attic

4 Perks You Gain With Cellulose Insulation In Your Attic

If you want to add further insulation to your attic, one of the biggest questions will be what type of insulation you want to place. Cellulose insulat... Read more

4 Places Your Attic Needs Insulation To Improve Energy Efficiency

4 Places Your Attic Needs Insulation To Improve Energy Efficiency

As energy prices rise, attic insulation efficiency becomes important to homeowners throughout the northeast. Your Massachusetts, Cape Cod, or Rhode Is... Read more

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