Wednesday, June 7, 2017

Why Installing the Best Roof is a Good Investment

Homeowners everywhere know leaks in the roof of their home is a very bad sign, and they should arrange for an inspection followed by repair or roof replacement if one occurs. The roof of a building protects the interior structures from water damage, so even a small leak can result in substantial damage within a short period of time. Whether the roofing system simply needs to be repaired or completely replaced, every homeowner will agree that hiring the best roofing contractor available is important.

Residents in the Jacksonville, Florida area and surrounding communities are most likely aware of the outstanding reputation of Crown Roofing, a local roofing contractor that sells and installs GAF roofing systems. The company has many positive testimonials from residential, commercial and government clients, and they are able to offer three choices of roofing materials including shingles, metal and tile. One of these roofing choices is sure to meet the needs of their customers, and the company is also able to install siding, gutters, chimney caps and screen enclosures

Property owners may want to contact Crown Roofing to inspect their roof for signs of deterioration if they suspect their roof is nearing the end of its useful life. Proper roof maintenance includes an annual inspection, but it is highly recommended the property owner hire a professional to do the the job. A roofing contractor is more able to identify potential problems than the average homeowner, and climbing on the roof can be dangerous for anyone who is inexperienced.

Some of the most common causes of roof leaks include debris in the gutters or on the roof. Buildings that have trees surrounding them are more susceptible to these problems due to falling leaves or trees that shed needles. The gutters should be kept clean and any debris lying on the roof should be removed so rainwater does not back up and seep beneath the shingles. Extreme weather that includes high winds, driving rain or hail can damage the shingles resulting in leaks. It is a good idea to inspect the roof for damage following any storms, and also in the spring if the property has been exposed to snow and ice during the winter months.



Tuesday, June 6, 2017

JennyL Designs 3rd Anniversary 50% OFF

I've been designing digital stuff since 2007 and it was only on June 7th, 2014 that I have uploaded my very 1st product at my ETSY store under JENNYL DESIGNS. So tomorrow, my store will celebrate its 3rd Year anniversary.. wahoooo!!!

To celebrate it, I set up my store for a huge sale this year. I'm actually having 50% OFF sale now at my store for ALL items and that includes licenses. NO need to use any coupon codes because the sale price is marked down already or it is automatic deduction.

I'm hoping to see you all at my store this JUNE for my sale will take a month long to end. Thank you for all your support.!

Some Parenting Tips

Parents are gifted with the most important responsibility in the world. They are responsible for the health, safety, and guidance of their children. This requires a certain level of maturity, even for the parent. In essence, becoming a parent is a growing process for the adult as well as the child. However, one of the most important principles that any parent must learn is the need to be consistent.

Say What You Mean and Mean What You Say
Many parents discipline their children with idle threats. They tell their children that they will lose a certain privilege if they don't do something that they are supposed to do, or if they do something they have been told not to do. However, the follow through is not there. The child may repeat the bad behavior with no real consequence as a  result. This sends a message to the child. It's a nonverbal assertion that the most the child will suffer is a good chastising, but no real privilege will be lost as a result of doing the wrong thing.

Make The Standard Clear Ahead of Time
Children need to know what's expected of them on a consistent basis. This is why it's a good idea for any parent to communicate the expectations well before a child finds himself or herself in trouble. Consistent communication of expectations creates an opportunity for the child to do the right thing. If you tell your children to leave the toughbook docking stations alone and they don't listen, you can easily remind them that you'd set the expectation in advance and that they'd failed to follow through with the right behavior.

Follow Through with Consequences
If you state that there will be a consequence for a wrong action or bad behavior, follow through if the child continues with the behavior after being warned. This communicates to the child that you are serious and intent on following through with everything you said you would do if a rule was broken. This teaches respect for rules and shows your children that you are committed to being consistent when it comes to your expectations of them.

Consistent parenting has many positive benefits. It teaches children the concept of respect and introduces them to the reality that consequences exist for wrong behaviors. These teachings follow children into adulthood and teach them the power and the value of making sound decisions and following rules.