If you’re thinking about a new roof, chances are you’re considering asphalt shingles. Introduced in 1903 by Henry Reynolds of Grand Rapids, Michigan, asphalt shingles would begin to take over American roofs by 1911 and become the unquestioned roof of choice by the 1940’s. Since then their popularity has only grown year after year, along […]
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If you are building a new home or considering a new roof your existing house, you have 4 main types to choose from. This “roof type” will form the foundation of your new roof and serve as a starting point to build the roof of your dreams! Before you make that decision on a new roof,
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In the normal course of performing roof estimates, we are often asked about other home repairs and/or projects. Finding the right roof contractor can be a exhausting process in itself and adding another carpenter or general contractor to the mix can get make the process longer and more complex! Our solution was to find the
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An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure said Benjamin Franklin. It’s true, especially when it comes to roofs! Spending a little time on regular roof maintenance and yearly inspections by a professional roofer, will not only save you thousands in repairs costs, it can actually extend your roofs lifespan! It’s no secret,
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The realization that it’s time for to replace your roof can be stressful for some homeowners. The temptation to “just patch it up one more time” or jerry-rig something to get by a few more months can be compelling. The truth is, when it’s time to replace your roof, it’s time to replace your roof. Delaying
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It’s getting cold out there! While we may not get as cold as our neighbors up north, we here in the South do experience periods of harsh winter weather and low temperatures that affect all kinds of construction projects. The roofing industry is no different, temperatures affect what can and cannot be done during colder
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Gutters may not be the most interesting part of your home but they are among the most important parts. Few homeowners think about their gutters until there is a problem or when it’s time to replace the roof, but as one of the more active parts of your home, they should be attended to regularly.
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While technology has changed significantly in the three decades Atlanta Roofing Specialists has been around, especially in the roofing industry, one thing has not changed for us, our one strictest rule: We NEVER use nail guns on any roof we install or repair, EVER. It may sound like we are being technophobic or “old-fashioned” but the
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It’s unfortunate a lot of homeowners put off roof repairs, especially repairs that involve leaks that appear during heavy rainstorms or signs of older leaks like stained ceilings or walls. It’s easy to forget about a roof leak when you don’t see it everyday. The reality is, people don’t generally pay attention to their ceilings
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It’s no secret, when you keep something well maintained, you avoid the high costs of neglect while ensuring your investments stay in good condition and working order. We see this everyday in the maintenance of our cars, computers, even ourselves, but we don’t really think about our roofs until there is a problem, and when
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