If your roof is coming up on 20 to 25 years of use — and especially if you can see signs of wear and tear — schedule a professional roof inspection to assess its condition and identify any ...

Even though those types of issues would be considered damage in a newer space, they might fall under normal wear and tear in an older home. How long the resident lives in the rental also impacts ...

The exterior components of a home, such as the siding and the roof, help to protect its occupants from the elements. While many roofing materials can last for decades, at some point in time homeowners ...

Tenants Can Be Charged for Damage Beyond 'Normal Wear and Tear' April 15, 2005. By Sara Gebhardt. QA friend of mine recently moved out of the apartment where she lived for three years.

Got damaged roof shingles? Fixing them quickly is essential. Learn what causes shingle damage and how to fix it with Forbes Home's comprehensive guide.

Oct. 6, 2022 — Wear and tear in engines contributes to a lot of wasted fuel and can be dangerous for operators. Now, a collaborative group has created a way to computationally predict wear and ...

In some cases, homeowners try to file claims for roof damage that existed before the insured event, such as an old leak or wear and tear, which would not be covered under standard policies.