Category: Residential Roofing
Whether you’ve had your home for three years or 20 years, you might be wondering whether it’s time to have your roof evaluated. Some people may wait until they suspect that their roof has been damaged to call someone for an evaluation. While this approach is OK, it may be best to do regular inspections…. read more
We recently discussed how to go about finding a roofing contractor. All potential roofing contractors should fit the following criteria: Licensed and insured Experienced Reputable After you’ve put together a short list of reputable contractors to choose from, you’ll need to make the final decision on which company will be working on your project. But… read more
In our previous post, we walked you through some of the questions you should be asking roofing companies before they work on your home or building. Now let’s take a step back for a moment. How do you even know where to start finding a roofing company? Roofing is a competitive industry, and there are… read more
Getting work done on your roof can be stressful. There’s the obvious financial investment, as well as the prospect of having your home under construction for an unknown amount of time. Most homeowners aren’t roofing experts, so they look for knowledgeable roofing contractors to get the job done the right way. With so many roofing… read more
Spring is finally here – and it’s the best time to complete any construction or repairs on your roof. Property owners will want to check for any damage that may have occurred over the winter months to ensure your roof is in the best working condition. It’s important to run a thorough roof inspection every… read more
Understanding your roof pitch is critical to understanding your roof and its needs. At the most basic level, roof pitch is a measure of how steep your roof is. Roof pitch is calculated by measuring how many inches the roof rises vertically for every 12 inches of horizontal run. Why does this matter? Firstly, understanding… read more
Observe a conscientious buyer looking at a home’s exterior and you’ll notice that person walking around the entire perimeter of the property, looking up. What is he or she doing? Well, they’re more than likely looking at the condition of the roof. Roofs are one of the biggest expenses people are concerned with when buying… read more
If you’ve heard it once, you’ve heard it a thousand times: your home is one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make. As such, it’s natural to want to make sure you keep your home’s value as high as possible. You want to maintain a certain level of value should you ever decide to sell…. read more
Perhaps you’ve glanced up at your roof recently and noticed things aren’t looking exactly like they used to. You’re worried that some of the shingles are no longer in the best condition, but is now the right time to get those shingles replaced? Best Time of Year to Install Shingles The best time to get… read more
Winter is a tough time of year for your roof. Storms, snowfall, high winds, falling branches, ice – there’s a lot to withstand during the winter season! When it comes to your roof, prevention is always better than having to find a cure. No matter how bad the weather gets, you want to be assured… read more