When Should You Repair vs. Replace Your Roof? Replacing a roof is a big decision, but waiting too long could cost you more in the long run. In a recent episode of Under Construction, we explored how to tell whether it’s time for a repair or a full roof replacement. This blog [...]
Upgrade Your Roof in 2024: Tips for Installing a New Roof If you’re looking for a way to upgrade your home—or if you need some repairs done after the Wisconsin winter put your home through its paces—you may be considering getting a new roof. If you didn’t know, Big Fish Contracting specializes [...]
Home Renovation Industry: Looking Back on 2023 and Predicting 2024 As 2024 kicks into gear, the team at Big Fish Contracting is taking a moment to appreciate a year filled with growth, challenges, and unforgettable projects. The opportunity to enrich our community and change people’s lives and homes was the greatest gift [...]
You may have heard the term “storm chasers” when it comes to meteorologists, but have you heard of them in the contracting and roofing industry? It’s the same concept: storm chasers are businesses that follow large storms that cause exterior home damage. These contractors show up to affected areas directly after a storm [...]
House hunting can be quite the adventure! There’s nothing like the feeling you get when you’ve found “the one” but it’s important to take a closer look before putting in that offer. Because roofing systems are one of the most expensive features of a home, it’s crucial to give it a thorough inspection. Join [...]
If you’ve reached the point where your house needs a roof repair or replacement and you’re a handy person, you may be wondering if you can do it yourself. You may have even looked up the average price of a roof replacement and wondered how much cheaper it could be if you purchased and [...]
Since 2020, most of us have experienced some sort of supply chain issue or have heard stories from our friends and family about major delays. Items that were typically readily available like new furniture, appliances, and other home items now come with longer wait times and likely, a higher price tag. Unfortunately, we’re facing [...]
Being in the Wisconsin roofing and exterior renovation business for over two decades, we’ve run into our fair share of roofing problems and can usually pinpoint the cause of those issues after a quick assessment. Exterior Issues You Should Keep an Eye On Here are some common home exterior problems that we [...]
A beautiful window offers so many wonderful benefits: they let light into your home, offer views to the outdoors, and help to make your space feel more open. Quality windows will even provide better insulation that can lower your energy bills, provide security from outside elements, and improve the aesthetics of your home. Is [...]
The science behind house ventilation systems Home ventilation—we all know that we need it, especially during the dead heat of summer or bitter cold of winter. But what is it? Why is it so important? And how does it work? What is home ventilation? Home ventilation refers to the cycle of [...]
We understand that it’s more than just getting a job done, it’s about doing it right. If you are interested in starting a home improvement project, reach out or request a call back and we will happily meet with you at your earliest convenience to see how we can add value to your investment.
