Winter can cause problems for any roof, but with proper maintenance you can minimize the damage. Here are five reasons to call a professional for a post-winter roof assessment.
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Fast Facts About Asphalt Shingles
Asphalt remains the most popular roofing material in the U.S. Asphalt shingles are tiles that are flat or curved, which interlock and overlap to keep water off a pitched roof. Here are five facts about asphalt roofing shingles. Continue Reading
The Roof Replacement Process: What to Expect
Replacing your roof will improve your home’s appearance, as well as its functionality. Roof replacement is a straightforward process, but it does pay to know what a typical timeline looks like so you know what to expect. Here’s a brief overview of the roof replacement process, from Sterling Exteriors. Continue Reading
Is Granule Loss in Shingles a Sign That It’s Time to Replace Your Roof?
Granules provide asphalt shingles with a protective layer against the elements, ultraviolet exposure and other outdoor threats. In many cases, some amount of granule loss in asphalt shingles is normal and not a cause for concern. However, excessive granule loss in an asphalt shingle roofing system should never be ignored. Continue Reading
What You Need to Know About Roof Decking
The roof decking is one of the most critical parts of your roof, and by extension, your home. Unfortunately, many homeowners neglect caring for it in the same way they care for the more visible parts of their roofing or siding system. Continue Reading
4 Examples of DIY Roofing Fails
Roofing isn’t something you do by yourself. As the roof is one of the most important components of your home, attempting to repair or replace it without experience or proper tools may spell disaster not only for your home but for yourself. Continue Reading
How Hail, Ice and Snow Can Cause Roof Damage
Frigid winter weather can take its toll on your roof in a number of ways, and the damage caused by hail, ice and snow is often easy to miss. By the time most homeowners notice leaks in their roof, the damage had already affected other parts of their exterior. That’s why it’s important to know… Continue Reading
Things to Look for in a Cool Roof
Are you looking for ways to lower your heating costs? One thing you can do is to install a cool roof. Cool roofs help keep indoor temperatures at comfortable levels by limiting the amount of heat that’s absorbed by your home. Energy-efficient features are always a smart investment, but to maximize your return on this… Continue Reading
Tips for Preventing Ice Dams on Metal Roofing Systems
Winter hasn’t officially started yet, but snow and below-freezing temperatures have already barreled through the Midwest. The frigid weather promotes the formation of ice dams, which can cause major damage to metal roofing systems that requires costly roof repair. Below are some tips to help prevent this issue. Continue Reading
5 Creative Ways to Repurpose Your Leftover Roofing Shingles
After your roofing project is completed, you might wind up with a bundle or two of leftover shingles. While you might want to save some for potential roof repairs in the future, you can also repurpose some in creative ways. Continue Reading