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The safety of families and homeowners has always been the driving force behind Guardian Roofing & Gutters’ climb to being an industry leader in the Puget Sound Region. And recently, after bringing on a new furry team member, Guardian continues to expand their mission for safety, quality, and service, with Charlie, their certified “Woof” Inspector. […]

About The Guardian Halo Project Guardian Roofing & Gutters believes it’s incredibly important to give back and take care of our community. After all, to whom much is given, much should be expected, and Guardian Roofing & Gutters has been given so much in the form of their team and their clients. That is why […]

In alignment with taking time to highlight women and their impact on the world for March’s National Women’s History Month and Women in Construction Week, Guardian Roofing and Gutters has big news to share. Lori Swanson, a second-generation roofer and business owner, founded Guardian Roofing in 2005 with her husband , Matt Swanson. Prior to […]

When you own a home, you need to perform regular maintenance on it to keep it safe and secure. Most people regularly change air filters, smoke alarm batteries, carbon monoxide alarms,  and check for necessary repairs. Your roof should be high on that list. Here in the Pacific Northwest, we’re famous for our wet, misty, […]

Eventually, a home’s roof will need repairs because of wind, moisture, or normal wear and tear. At some point,  homeowners will have to consider replacing the entire roof. By choosing the right roofing materials, you can really increase the curb appeal and even increase the overall value of your home. When you consider different roofing […]

Does moss on my roof mean I need a new roof? Silent yet invasive, the presence of moss or algae stains on your roof does not necessarily equate with needing a new roof. Often times all a roof needs is a thorough cleaning to restore your roof to its original condition and good health. Don’t be […]

Owning a home can sometimes be difficult and we all have issues that we put off for another day. That is the whole point of a ‘honey-do’ list, isn’t it? While we can typically wait on mowing the lawn or painting the fence, one obligation we always have to take care of is the roof. […]

Ever wonder WHY your roof leaks? Well, if you’re a studio apartment dweller in an affordable city like Minneapolis with tons of snow each year or a homeowner in the rainy Northwest, then you need to understand roofing and leak issues. Let’s face it: No one wants to have to go running for a drip […]

Thinking about buying a recently “Flipped” house? Read this first. The photo displayed in this post is from a home that is in the process of being sold. The house was purchased by an investor with the intention of “Flipping” the house (i.e. buying it for below market value, doing improvements, and selling for a […]

When buying a home, it is customary (And very wise) to have an inspection performed. These inspections go a long way to uncover  issues that are currently a problem. They can also reveal issues that could occur in the near future. There are some components of the home that mortgage companies focus on, because if […]