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My Warranty Cover

What Does My Warranty Cover?

Wait a minute, warranties? Most people think peace treaties and solving the davinci code are less daunting than their home improvement warranties. We want to solve this problem by explaining warranties for you. A major part of Bordner Home Improvement’s relationship-focused and results-driven work ethic, is to back our proven

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A Roof for a Local Hero

A Roof for a Local Hero: How a Community Helped a Veteran

Reaching out to Veterans around the Kansas City Metro Both Habitat for Humanity’s Veteran’s Build Program and Owens Corning’s National Roof Deployment Project are “nationwide efforts to show gratitude and honor the veterans who served our country and the families who supported them.” Owens Corning depends on partnerships with outreach

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8 Critical Things to Know When You Hire a Contractor

8 Critical Things to Know When You Hire a Contractor

Wouldn’t you love to find good quality work from a trusted contractor? Here’s every homeowner’s dilemma: when you hire a contractor the cheapest bidder is often cutting corners and using substandard materials, but on the other end, quality equals expensive…but does it really? Break the cliché “you get what you

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Best Roofing Material for High Winds

Best Roofing Material for High Winds- A Guide

What is the Best Roofing Material for High Winds ? Your roof must perform well to ensure your safety and your home’s protection from the elements, including wind. That said, the whole structure must have high resistance to strong winds. Often, roofing materials like wind resistant shingles , metal roofing,

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Bathroom Tile Ideas

Bathroom Tile Ideas: Practical & Pleasing

Bathroom Tile Ideas : How to Choose the Best Bathroom Tiles Design When it comes to bedecking your bathroom, a little bit of tile can go a long way. Essentially, bathroom wall tiles serve a clearly practical purpose: They protect your walls from water damage and toothpaste splotches alike. However,

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Bathroom Wall Ideas

Bathroom Wall Ideas: Tile, Beadboard & Beyond

Hottest Bathroom Wall Ideas in 2020 Unlike other walls in your house, your bathroom wall needs more care and maintenance. Your living room, bedroom, hallway, and other such areas are completely dry, which means any type of wall covering will work. Even in the kitchen, you can use a backsplash

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Window Mullions vs Window Muntins

Window Mullions vs. Window Muntins: A Complete Style Breakdown

Understanding Window Muntins And Mullions Window muntins and mullions are names that are often used interchangeably in window construction, if used at all. Many are unfamiliar with the terms as they are derived from old house construction techniques, even though modern houses make use of them today, albeit for decorative

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Glass Home Window Tinting What You Should Know

Glass Home Window Tinting: What You Should Know

If you’re looking to reduce glare and heat gain through your windows during hot days, you’re probably considering home window tinting . With good reason: Curtains, sheers, and shades may do the job, but few other solutions are as effective as tinted glass windows for houses . Made of polyethylene

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Common Questions

FAQ

Have a question? We probably have the answer here — and if not, just call us.

When should I consider replacing my roof?

After heavy hail storms in Overland Park, Lee’s Summit, or Blue Springs, watch for bruised, cracked, or missing shingles. If your roof is 15 to 25 years old, leaking, or sagging, replacement may prevent costly structural damage.

In Leawood, Liberty, and Olathe, buyers expect roofs with solid remaining life. Hail damage or aging shingles can delay inspections or reduce offers. A new roof with transferable warranty coverage often strengthens resale value.

In the Kansas City metro area, new architectural shingle roofs typically start around 8,000 to 10,000 dollars. Larger homes or impact-resistant upgrades for hail protection increase overall cost.

Kansas City roof repairs usually range from 350 to 1,500 dollars. Wind damage in Shawnee or Independence may cost less, while flashing or leak repairs cost more. Insurance may cover storm-related damage.

Architectural shingles in Kansas City typically last 18 to 25 years. Frequent hail, strong winds, summer heat, and freezing winters can shorten lifespan. Metal roofs may last 40 years or longer.

Most Kansas City homes take one to two days for replacement. Larger homes in Lee’s Summit or Liberty may take three days. We coordinate permits, dumpster placement, and complete cleanup.

Move vehicles, secure outdoor furniture, and remove fragile wall décor. Trim branches common in older Kansas City neighborhoods like Waldo. We protect landscaping and perform thorough debris cleanup.

Architectural shingles perform well against Kansas City hail and wind. Impact-resistant options are ideal in storm-prone areas like Johnson County. Metal roofing offers added durability for long-term protection.

Three-tab asphalt shingles are the most budget-friendly roofing option we install in Kansas City. Architectural shingles cost more but offer stronger wind resistance and better long-term performance.

Standing seam metal roofs often last 40 years or more and perform well in Kansas City hail storms. Premium architectural shingles with enhanced warranties also provide strong durability.

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