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When choosing the right siding for your home, you want an option that is stylish, durable, and energy-efficient. Unless you have the time to frequently clean, repair, and repaint the exterior of your home, then you’ll want a low-maintenance option too. Due to modern advancements in home construction...

It’s true that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure—and this saying couldn’t apply more appropriately to home repairs and maintenance checks. Having your home regularly inspected for potential issues and taking care of minor problems before they become larger ones can save you an enormous...

When it comes to home investments, there are very few things as stressful as property damage after a storm. While some storms are just bad weather conditions that pass without causing more than minor cosmetic damage. Other storms, like hailstorms, can cause significant damage to your roof and siding...

With the spring and summer months upon us, severe storms are starting to become a normal occurrence for many in the more active storm season states. If you live in one of these areas, you’re probably well aware of the fact that with severe storms comes the risk of damage to your home.  One of t...

Not to be confused with hurricane winds, high winds are another big problem for homeowners living in the Midwest. High winds are categorized as winds that exceed 50 or 60 miles per hour in speed, and can damage your roof, siding, and other parts of your home’s exterior in critical ways. At XL Cont...

Are you replacing a metal roof from generations past or an asphalt shingle roof that's been on your home for a decade or more? Consider reaching out to XL Contracting to have our innovative stone coated Rockford metal replacement roof system installed. This cutting edge product provides the look of...

Every season has its benefits and drawbacks, but winter is in a whole different category when you are a homeowner in the Midwest! The winter season can hit the Rockford area hard with heavy snowfalls and temperatures well below freezing, and protecting your home from the onslaught of winter weather...

As the cold weather moves in, snow storms hit the area, and temperatures fall below freezing, the last thing that you might be considering is replacing your home’s windows! While it may seem like it makes sense to wait for warmer weather to arrive before tackling a window replacement, there are actu...

A roof leak can cause serious water damage to the inside of your home. This is why it is so important to seek professional help as soon as you notice a leak. As we all know it is easier to prevent more problems by being proactive and prepared. The best way to be proactive and prepared is to have you...