The picture in this post represents a common problem, especially prevalent in the southeastern US, that effects many areas of the world and North America. Algae builds up over time causing deterioration of roofing materials. Lighter colored roofs save energy by reflecting the suns ray back into the atmosphere, once algae takes hold, the roof […]
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The most frequent complaints to the Better Business Bureau are about roofing. Homeowners lose most of their money to roofing scams, which appear in newspapers and door to door more often than any other type of home repair disaster. This is why it is important to know the essential qualities to look for when it
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Let’s take some time and dispel some myths regarding metal roofs. A lot of people hear “metal roof” and think of some old shack in the mountains with a tin roof (rusted!). Metal roofs actually have some advantages to them that should be seriously considered when deciding on a roof and contrary to some myths
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Obvious or foreseen, roof problems are always an inconvenience and many times a significant expense. This post examines five problems that are most common and the conditions that can either cause or be the result of premature failure and reduced service life of low-slope systems. 1) Roof leaks and moisture: No matter what type of
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There are many things to take into consideration when choosing a new roof. Natural materials that are available today, like slate and wood to man-made products such as asphalt, sheet metal, and plastic polymers present a wider array of choices to homeowners than in years past. Each material has it’s advantages and disadvantages and all
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Football season is upon us and while roofing and football may have little in common, it is undeniable that a roof can make a difference in a football game, especially during times of chaotic weather. While watching a game in heavy snow or rain can be very entertaining, the truth of the matter is that
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What is the largest, most expensive roof repair job in the history of the US (maybe even the world)? If you guessed the Superdome after Hurricane Katrina you’d be correct! The Superdome, home to the NFL’s New Orleans Saints, in New Orleans, Louisiana, was hit by Katrina back in 2005. Katrina’s powerful winds and rain
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So we all know what a “roof” (rhyming with spoof or stuff depending on where you are from) is. We know basically what it does (protects our homes and offices) and the importance of keeping it in shape and well maintained. But what makes a roof a roof? A “roof” (from the Old English word
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While we here in the Atlanta area rarely are affected too badly from hurricanes and other storms originating in the Gulf or Caribbean, sometimes, if the storm is large enough, it will affect us here, sometimes resulting in heavy damage and power outages. Dangers of storm around here include high winds, falling trees and limbs,
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