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A close-up, angled view of a newly installed dark gray architectural shingle roof with a partial view of heavy machinery.
By drake September 25, 2025
In recent years, homeowners have been experiencing more and more storm and hail damage. Being able to identify what hail damage looks like is a good way to help a homeowner decide if they need to file a claim with their insurance carrier. Depending on the type of home and roof you have, it may […]
An aerial view of a suburban house with a gray shingle roof, surrounded by trees and a lawn with cars parked in the drive.
By drake August 18, 2025
Thompson Home Improvement has clients call us to schedule roof estimates all the time; where the client is completely certain the roof even needs to be replaced. As with many roofing related questions, there can be many answers to the question: “How often should my roof be replaced?” The first thing to consider is: what […]
A close-up view of a dark asphalt shingled roof with a small silver vent, set against a blurred green background.
By drake July 23, 2025
Have you noticed your roof leaking intermittently? One day it’s dry and the next, there’s water inside. At Thompson Home Improvement, we frequently hear from homeowners who experience leaks that only appear under specific conditions, such as after a storm or during high winds. It’s a common issue. One that can be hard to pinpoint […]
An overhead view of a gray shingled roof under construction with a green-sheathed dormer and two skylights.
By drake June 20, 2025
Are you in the market for a new roof? If you are, one of your questions might be: how long does a shingle roof last? Here at Thomson Home Improvement, we frequently answer this question. It’s a good question, and something every homeowner should know when preparing for a roofing project. Like most home exterior […]
A person in a red shirt and jeans stands on the roof of a brick house, performing repair work near a ladder.
By drake May 19, 2025
Keeping your gutters clean is essential to protecting your roof, foundation, and overall home. Gutters are designed to direct water away from your house, but when clogged, they can lead to serious problems like roof leaks, basement flooding, and costly water damage. A clean gutter system keeps everything flowing smoothly and prevents drainage issues. But […]
Two workers install shingles and roofing felt on a residential house roof.
By drake April 16, 2025
Storm Season is upon us! As we roll into April with our first major wind and rain storm, we are thankful there was no serious damage or injuries in the Kalamazoo area. But, this event was likely the first of several, if not many for the 2025 season. Thompson Home Improvement took many calls on […]
A person in a blue uniform and cap cleans debris from a gutter while standing on a ladder against a metal roof.
By drake December 20, 2024
Since roofing and gutters often go hand in hand, we’re frequently asked to replace gutters when we replace a roof. However, we’re also frequently called just for gutter repairs. Gutters play a large role in your roof’s health and in your home’s foundational function. Water can penetrate almost anywhere if it’s not mitigated appropriately, and […]
A person in an orange jacket and dark pants uses a long-handled tool to clear deep snow from a wooden cabin's roof.
By drake November 19, 2024
Is your roof aging but not quite ready to be replaced? Or are you trying to make it through one more season before you replace it? Budgeting for a new roof can take some planning and time, and getting ready before winter can help you to avoid issues once winter arrives. No one wants to […]
Workers replace the roof of a two-story beige house on a sunny day.
By drake October 22, 2024
Storm damage to your home can be catastrophic depending on the level of damage sustained. With growing frequency, severe weather patterns have struck Southwest Michigan over the last few years. We’re finding that more and more communities are experiencing some level of roof storm damage to their home exterior. Roofing and siding tend to expose […]
A roofer in a bright yellow long-sleeved shirt uses a nail gun while working on a roof against a clear blue sky.
By drake September 19, 2024
Roof installation may mystify or feel complicated to the majority of consumers. However, understanding the roof installation process is crucial to a successful project. For the most part, roofing installation is pretty straightforward. Today, there are many informative documents, presentations, and videos available online, through supply chains, and from manufacturers that explain and give presentations […]
A close-up, angled view of a newly installed dark gray architectural shingle roof with a partial view of heavy machinery.
By drake September 25, 2025
In recent years, homeowners have been experiencing more and more storm and hail damage. Being able to identify what hail damage looks like is a good way to help a homeowner decide if they need to file a claim with their insurance carrier. Depending on the type of home and roof you have, it may […]
An aerial view of a suburban house with a gray shingle roof, surrounded by trees and a lawn with cars parked in the drive.
By drake August 18, 2025
Thompson Home Improvement has clients call us to schedule roof estimates all the time; where the client is completely certain the roof even needs to be replaced. As with many roofing related questions, there can be many answers to the question: “How often should my roof be replaced?” The first thing to consider is: what […]
A close-up view of a dark asphalt shingled roof with a small silver vent, set against a blurred green background.
By drake July 23, 2025
Have you noticed your roof leaking intermittently? One day it’s dry and the next, there’s water inside. At Thompson Home Improvement, we frequently hear from homeowners who experience leaks that only appear under specific conditions, such as after a storm or during high winds. It’s a common issue. One that can be hard to pinpoint […]
An overhead view of a gray shingled roof under construction with a green-sheathed dormer and two skylights.
By drake June 20, 2025
Are you in the market for a new roof? If you are, one of your questions might be: how long does a shingle roof last? Here at Thomson Home Improvement, we frequently answer this question. It’s a good question, and something every homeowner should know when preparing for a roofing project. Like most home exterior […]
A person in a red shirt and jeans stands on the roof of a brick house, performing repair work near a ladder.
By drake May 19, 2025
Keeping your gutters clean is essential to protecting your roof, foundation, and overall home. Gutters are designed to direct water away from your house, but when clogged, they can lead to serious problems like roof leaks, basement flooding, and costly water damage. A clean gutter system keeps everything flowing smoothly and prevents drainage issues. But […]
Two workers install shingles and roofing felt on a residential house roof.
By drake April 16, 2025
Storm Season is upon us! As we roll into April with our first major wind and rain storm, we are thankful there was no serious damage or injuries in the Kalamazoo area. But, this event was likely the first of several, if not many for the 2025 season. Thompson Home Improvement took many calls on […]
A person in a blue uniform and cap cleans debris from a gutter while standing on a ladder against a metal roof.
By drake December 20, 2024
Since roofing and gutters often go hand in hand, we’re frequently asked to replace gutters when we replace a roof. However, we’re also frequently called just for gutter repairs. Gutters play a large role in your roof’s health and in your home’s foundational function. Water can penetrate almost anywhere if it’s not mitigated appropriately, and […]
A person in an orange jacket and dark pants uses a long-handled tool to clear deep snow from a wooden cabin's roof.
By drake November 19, 2024
Is your roof aging but not quite ready to be replaced? Or are you trying to make it through one more season before you replace it? Budgeting for a new roof can take some planning and time, and getting ready before winter can help you to avoid issues once winter arrives. No one wants to […]
Workers replace the roof of a two-story beige house on a sunny day.
By drake October 22, 2024
Storm damage to your home can be catastrophic depending on the level of damage sustained. With growing frequency, severe weather patterns have struck Southwest Michigan over the last few years. We’re finding that more and more communities are experiencing some level of roof storm damage to their home exterior. Roofing and siding tend to expose […]
A roofer in a bright yellow long-sleeved shirt uses a nail gun while working on a roof against a clear blue sky.
By drake September 19, 2024
Roof installation may mystify or feel complicated to the majority of consumers. However, understanding the roof installation process is crucial to a successful project. For the most part, roofing installation is pretty straightforward. Today, there are many informative documents, presentations, and videos available online, through supply chains, and from manufacturers that explain and give presentations […]