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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If you are building a new home or considering a new style of roof for your existing house, you’ll be glad to hear you have several styles to choose from. Today we briefly describe each roof type to give you more information on what is available. Of course, we can discuss the types in detail
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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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There is a lot to roofing that the general public just isn’t aware of and we are here to help clear up some of those questions. We will revisit this topic in time and will likely publish several “FAQ” articles, so if you have any questions you’d like to see published, let us know! These
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With temperatures reaching record highs in the Southeast, it is more important than ever to think about the effect extreme heat can have on your roof and more importantly your home. Your roof’s shingles can exceed the outdoor temperature by as much as 80 degrees. This extreme heat is transferred into the attic space and
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