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How Much Snow Can Your Roof Handle?

Though it’s not normally an issue so much here in the South, we do have our periods of heavy snow, even blizzards, and in our part of the country, homes aren’t built for this weather so when it happens it can cause problems. Though it’s a rare phenomena, it’s important to know the risk of …

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Inspecting Your Roof Yourself In Between Formal Inspections

Catching and repairing a roof problem early can mean the difference between a few hundred dollars in repairs to a complete roof replacement. For most, once a year professional inspections are enough to keep a roof in top shape but a lot of things can happen in a year. In between formal inspections (and after significant …

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Ugh! My Dream Home “Failed” Inspection! What Can I Do?

Finding the perfect home is a long, emotional process. So much so that those searching for a new home often speak of the search in terms similar to finding a mate, with phrases such as “love at first sight” and feeling “chemistry” with a house coming up often. Much like finding a partner, many potential …

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What Factors Affect The Cost Of Roof Repairs?

Roofs vary in many aspects, from materials to size to the type of roof and how well it is maintained, as such repairs for seemingly similar problems can very greatly. Knowing what you have and what factors into the costs will help you understand contractor quotes as you obtain them. Labor and materials are usually …

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5 Ways A Cheap Roof Contractor Can Create Expensive Problems

“You get what you pay for!”  Sure, it’s a cliche,  but in the roofing business, it’s true! Most homeowners will obtain quotes from several roofing contractors before hiring them and in many cases, these quotes can vary, sometimes by hundreds or even thousands of dollars! It can be tempting to go with the cheapest option, …

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Signs You May Need To Replace Your Roof (Instead Of Repairing It)

There are times where replacing a roof makes more sense than constantly repairing it. While leaking roofs can be a strong indicator that roof may need to be replaced, it is hardly the only sign. It is important to consider the age of a roof when problems occur, so doing a thorough evaluation and understanding …

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Cold Weather Roofing & You

Sunny days in February can look so deceiving, especially when viewed from inside a nice, warm home. Though, once you step outside and that cold air smacks your face like an ice baseball bat you are reminded that the South isn’t always a sunny and warm paradise. We get our share of cold weather and …

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How Improperly Installed Shingles Can Void Your Warranty

Shingle failure is one of the most common roof problems. As such many think this is a natural part of having a shingle roof. In reality it isn’t, in fact a properly installed and maintained shingle roof can last for decades without a single failure. It’s all about the installation, especially fastenings, if not fastened …

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