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EXTERIOR

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Tracy Home Improvement strives to use the finest materials while still providing cost effective choices for our prospective clients.  You will never have to worry about shoddy workmanship or sub par materials.


Below you will find many of the services that we offer, along with a list of some of our trusted vendors. This list is by no means comprehensive, but will give you an idea of the quality and reputation of the companies whose products we use.

• Siding
• Windows
• Decking
• Fencing
• Paving

TimberTech

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TimberTech composite decking and railing products add beauty to homes, businesses and resorts. What's more, TimberTech is low maintenance, safe, durable, and can even help to increase the value of your home.

Low MaintenanceTimberTech maintains its color and beauty for years without the work of annual painting, staining or sealing. And, because it resists mildew, warping and insects, there’s no need to replace rotting, uneven or termite-damaged boards. This saves time and money over the life of your deck and fence. Caring for TimberTech is easier than wood and will allow you to focus on maximum enjoyment instead of maximum maintenance.

WarrantyTimberTech’s warranty offers 25-years of coverage. And our warranty can be transferred to a second homeowner – a great selling feature when you’re ready to relocate. So the first, and second, TimberTech product owners can have peace of mind that their outdoor oasis will look beautiful year after year. In addition to the already great warranty coverage, the Earthwood Evolutions product line is covered by a 25-year fade and stain warranty. For commercial applications, TimberTech also offers a 10-year limited warranty. And in the unlikely event that you’ll have to contact us for warranty assistance, we separate ourselves from the competition by placing high priority on top-notch customer care after the sale.

Industry-Leading ProductsTimberTech offers a complete line of low maintenance outdoor building products that are durable and made with high quality materials. We listen to our customers and create products that offer a wide variety of color choices and styles, designed to fit your life and design preferences. From traditional wood-plastic composite planks to PVC decking material; from railing and lighting to under deck drainage systems and fastener-free installation options, TimberTech is your one-stop for outdoor living building products.

We’re driven by innovation and have award-winning, industry-recognized, top-selling products to prove it! TimberTech was the first alternative decking manufacturer to introduce a railing system with black as a color option; TimberTech was also the first alternative decking manufacturer to introduce a patented lighting system specifically created for its railing and fencing systems, providing the best fit and finished look. We continually look at the products up and coming in the industry, and strive to make them better!

You can rest assured you’re buying from a leading, global manufacturer and expert in the industry when you buy TimberTech!

Increases the Value of Your HomeTimberTech not only adds value to your life, it helps to add value to your home. Remodeling Magazine's 2009-2010 Cost vs. Value Report estimates a national average of 71% return on investment for composite deck additions*. This is a similar or better return on investment than projects such as bathroom addition, bathroom remodel and major kitchen remodel. To maximize your return, Realty Times suggests using a non-rectangle design, and making your deck an extension of your living space.

*Based on a 16′ x 20′ deck set in simple linear pattern; using pressure-treated joists supported by 4x4 posts anchored to concrete piers; built-in bench and planter of the same decking material; stairs, assuming three steps to grade; complete railing using a matching system made of the same composite as the decking material.


Trex

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Trex is the leading brand of alternative decking, railing, and trim products designed to maximize your outdoor living experience. Trex Company created the composite decking category and revolutionalized the industry. Since then, Trex has inspired many imitators, but they still can't match the enduring quality and beauty of Trex. In the end, there is only one genuine Trex. Be sure to ask for it by name.The exclusive Trex® composite formula brings together the best qualities
of wood and plastic to create a superior alternative to wood:

  • Plastic shields the wood from moisture and insect damage,
    preventing rotting and splintering
  • Wood protects the plastic from UV damage while providng a
    natural, attractive look and feel.
The result is decking, railing and fencing products that require only
periodic cleaning to stay beautiful for years to come - no need for
sanding, staining or painting, ever.

Other Trex advantages:

It will not rot or deteriorate due to harsh weather or insects. Trex is
splinter-free and has excellent traction, even when wet. It contains no
toxic chemicals or perservatives. Trex resists damage from moisture
and sunlight, making it the natural choice for pools, hot tubs and spas.
Trex is available in a wide range of colors and finishes to suit any style.
Our ProcessAll the ingredients we use are being re-used.
Trex composite products are made of a unique combination of wood and plastic fibers. Trex gets its plastic and wood fibers from reclaimed or recycled resources, including sawdust and used pallets from woodworking operations, and recycled plastic grocery bags from all over the country. Our resources are closely screened for high quality standards before they go near a Trex plant.

Our manufacturing process keeps thousands of tons of wood and plastic scrap out of landfills every year, while delivering our customers decking, railing and fencing products that are not only beautiful and long-lasting, but also environmentally responsible.


AZEK

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THE #1 BRAND OF LOW MAINTENANCE TRIM.

AZEK® Trim, with the AZEK Edge has precise sealed edges on all 4 sides (S4S), is ideal for window and door trim on the exterior of your house. Long known for the unequalled combination of Uniformity, Durability, Workability, and Beauty, AZEK Trim has the proven performance and confidence of a building code report – ESR-1074.

AZEK Trim products, available in trim, Solid Cellular PVC sheets,PVC corner boards, and PVC beadboard, offer many reasons to choose AZEK Trim for your next exterior door or window trim project. Using traditional tools and fasteners, AZEK Trim products can be worked just like wood – even mitered, routed, and turned on a lathe. For custom applications, AZEK Trim products can be laminated and even heat formed to create curves.

- Impervious to moisture and insects
- Perfect for ground contact application
- 25 year warranty
- Precise sealed edges on all four sides (S4S)
- Tightest board tolerance in the industry
- Easier to clean
- Maintains a “like new” appearance in all types of weather
- Does not require paint for protection
- Can be heat formed for unique shapes and designs

VELUX

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Over the past 14 years, Tim has installed, removed and replaced over 500 Velux skylights.
The VELUX name is derived from two words – Ventilation and Lux, the Latin word for light. 
The VELUX Group, which has manufacturing companies in 11 countries and sales companies in just under 40 countries, is one of the strongest brands in the global building materials sector and its products are sold in most parts of the world. The VELUX Group has about 10,000 employees. The VELUX Group head office is in Hørsholm, north of Copenhagen. 

Extensive product range 
The VELUX Group creates better living environments with daylight and fresh air through the roof. VELUX product programme contains a wide range of roof windows and skylights, along with solutions for flat roofs. In addition, the VELUX Group offers many types of decoration and sun screening, roller shutters, installation products, products for remote control and thermal solar collectors for installation in roofs. VELUX Technology also supplies original VELUX components to our partners working in the field of roof window sunscreening.


Leaf Relief by PlyGem

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Leaf Relief is the most effective gutter protection system on the market. See how it outperforms the competition!

Compare Leaf Relief to other gutter protection products on the market. You’ll see why it is the clear choice for your home.

Whether you’re building a new home, adding on or upgrading your current gutter system, Leaf Relief has a product that will fit your needs perfectly!

Leaf Relief® by Ply Gem can drain 29.7″ of rainfall an hour—that’s more than the highest rainfall ever recorded (Holt, Missouri 1947 at 12″) in one hour. Leaf Relief®
is not only the most effective gutter protection system on the market, it is also the most invisible. Leaf Relief® lays flat and fits snugly on top of your gutter.

The Benefits of Leaf Relief By Ply GemCompletely Weather & Pest Resistant
Mounts securely and stays firmly in place to resist high winds, heavy amounts of snow and ice, ladder damage and pest invasion.
Fits Standard Gutters
Available in 5″ and 6″ sizes to fit new and existing gutters.
Also Available in Copper
5″ and 6″ retro-fit copper for most existing gutter systems
Simple Installation
Mounts directly to gutter. No lifting shingles…which may cause other repair headaches or void your roof warranty!
Keeps Water Flowing
Patented Aluma-Perf™ technology keeps leaves, needles, seeds and twigs out…and off…in normal wind conditions*.
* Dry leaves require 6 mph winds and wet debris requires 23 mph winds. No-wind areas
may require debris removal

PerformanceLeaf Relief brings real relief to homeowners who need a gutter solution that works, first time, every time. Our patented Aluma-Perf TechnologyTM keeps debris out of gutters, allowing water to flow freely. Debris is then lifted off of gutters by a normal breeze1.

Leaf Relief mounts securely to the gutter system, resisting damage from high winds, heavy snow and ice. The tough aluminum construction of Leaf Relief is indelible and resists damage from bugs, squirrels, raccoons and birds!

Leaf Relief’s unique design ends routine gutter cleaning, lowering maintenance costs and hassles! No more dangerous trips up the ladder to clean out your gutters! Put an end to your gutter cleaning days with Leaf Relief!


RAINDROP GUTTER GUARD

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History of Gutter Guards and Gutter ProtectionThe very first variation of the gutter guard were of the screen variety. They laid flat on top of the gutter catching leaves, pine needles and miscellaneous debris while allowing water to flow in to the gutter. The problem with this was that the debris would build up on top of the gutter guards and cause clogs and need to be attended to. The screen style gutter guard is still in use today and still works just as poorly. The only upside(if that's what you wanna call it) to the screen style is that its cheap, until you find yourself replacing these screens annually.

About fifty years after the creation of the screen style gutter guard came the reverse curve style gutter cover(also known as: solid hood cover, surface tension guard, nose forward cover, or the front slit guard). The reverse curve style was more successful than the previous screen style but it was soon discovered that during heavy downpours water would cascade over the front of the guard, over the gutter and on to the ground, potentially causing serious damage to a homes foundation and landscape. Another downfall to the reverse curve cover is that leaves and pine needles have a tendency to cling to the guard with the water, drawing debris into the gutter and causing clogs. When these systems get clogged and fill up with water some other problems arise including mold growth and the perfect nesting ground for mosquitoes. These types of gutter protection systems tend to be costly.

More recently, there have been some advances in the world of gutter guards. In the early 90's, the micro-mesh style gutter guard was created and seemed to be the end all be all to all gutter maintenance issues. However, while the micro-mesh style does a phenomenal job keeping everything out, it also keeps water out if not maintained on a frequent basis. Throughout the course of a year there are all different types of debris that finds its self down the roof and into the gutter. Aside from leaves, branches, pine needles and pine cones there is also micro debris. Micro debris such as broken down leaves, roof grit and dirt develop a layer of gunk over the top of the micro-mesh systems and prevents water from flowing into the gutter. The micro-mesh systems are the most expensive style of gutter guards on the market.

Last but not least, at the start of the millennium came the future of gutter guards, Raindrop Gutter Guard Systems. Raindrop is a unique gutter guard that has set out to break the common misconception that there is no such thing as a maintenance free gutter guard. It is designed to allow micro-debris into the gutters along with every drop of water intended for the gutter. In doing this, micro-debris flushes out with the water and the slope in which Raindrop is installed helps push large debris off with the help of wind and rain. Anything that can get in the gutter will make its way out one way or another without having to pull out a latter to clean your gutters or gutter guards.


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