Last week we discussed various things you can do to protect your roof from the elements in the cold(er) seasons. We touched on keeping your roof clean of debris to prevent damage from build-up. Today we go a little more in depth on keeping your roof free of leaves. As they are mostly hidden from […]
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It’s that time of year again, fall is here, the leaves are changing colors and falling all over your roof. This could present a problem if not taken care of promptly, while your at it, here are some tips to follow to make sure your roof is ready for the fall season. The following are
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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Starter Strips are one of the most overlooked parts of a roofing system. Mainly because some contractors use a cut-up strip shingles as the “starter” course on your roof. Depending on the contractor, these shingles may not have properly positioned adhesives to ensure adequate wind resistance. But what is a Starter Strip? Typically, a starter
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What exactly are roofing shingles? Roofing shingles are curved or flat tiles made from varying materials that overlap and interlock in a fashion that channels water off of a pitched roof. They are made of materials that are determined by cost, weight, durability, color, and architectural styles. When considering roofing your home with tiles, you
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Again we take some of the more common questions asked by customers and potential customers and give some easy to understand answers and advice. Our favorite customers are informed customers, so if you have any questions let us know, we’d love to include them in a future post. Onto the questions: 1) Can I roof
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