Hail season is here…
All hail, hail season is upon us. It is time to prepare for the worst and hope for the best. This February to May is hail season, so keep a look out for any signs of hail damage on your roof. Also, beware of the dangers of dealing with “hail chasers.” If you think you have hail damage, then let … Continue reading
Stay Proactive Against Leaks
It is always necessary as a homeowner to keep all home maintenance needs up to date. It is very important to repair any problems when they present themselves because if you wait too long, then you risk causing more damage to the area in question. So inspecting your home or roof from the inside is a good way of staying … Continue reading
Protect Yourself with a Roof
A home is meant to be a person’s shelter. It provides protection for the family and your roof is the main barrier of protection between your home and the elements of nature. However, you might be interested to know that your roof keeps you safe from more than just weather. You would be amazed by all of the different things … Continue reading
Flashing
Flashing is metal, in our case aluminum, which is applied at the joint where the shingles meet the siding to protect from water. In new construction, you will most likely see a long piece of straight metal along the joint with roofing cement used to secure the shingles. This can be a problem down the road when the roofing cement … Continue reading
Roofing Inspection
Come to Atlanta Roofing Specialists for all of your roof inspection needs. We offer a roof inspection service with a detailed and thorough report for all of your closing needs. We inspect everything from the age of the roof, decking, penetrations, and even proper ventilation. This inspection service costs only $300. More importantly, it brings your buyer peace of mind … Continue reading
Missing Shingles
Sometimes when you see a missing shingle on your roof, there can be more than meets the eye. A missing shingle could signify that the shingle in question was not attached properly. It could be possible that the roofer missed a nail or that the nail tore through the shingle. This commonly occurs when a roofer is improperly using a … Continue reading
Customer Review
Today, we would like to share with you a review from one of our customers collected through EBSCO Research, an independent consumer satisfaction research company. We feel it is important to share our previous customers’ reviews with our future customers as a way to show that we are always listening to what our customers have to say. “I ended up … Continue reading
Blistering Shingles
Blistering shingles are the result of a real problem, and I don’t mean a rash. They can signify major problems with your roofing system. Blisters on a shingle are basically cosmetic blisters that can range in size from small to large. They are caused by a buildup of moisture in the shingle. Eventually, the blisters begin to lose the granules … Continue reading
Missing Granules
Do you have more granules in your gutters than you do on your roof? Do your shingles look worn down? If you answered yes, then you might be in need of a new roof. Roofing granules are tiny, ceramic-coated rocks that protect the asphalt underneath. They are also used to give the shingle color. If your roof is missing granules, … Continue reading
Shingle Choice
In case you didn’t know, Atlanta Roofing Specialists can install any brand of asphalt shingle on your roof. It can be anything from GAF to Tamko or even Owens Corning. We believe it is the homeowner’s choice as to what type of shingle goes on their roof. We are not a company that is going to limit you to one … Continue reading