Trees are great for roofs in that they help in blocking the wind and providing protection against the sun. Unfortunately, they can also result in damage, with branches falling on roofs during storms, allowing animals access to your roof and encouraging mold and mildew growth. So, how can you prevent roof damage without cutting down…
Articles By: Steve Scheffler
How to Care for Your Siding This Fall
Siding maintenance is a year-round affair, but there are specific tasks you can carry out depending on the season. For fall, here are some siding maintenance tips. Do an Inspection Giving your siding a closer look is a great way to spot issues before they worsen and sometimes before they even develop. Make sure you…
What Exactly Gets Replaced During a Roof Replacement Project
Getting a new roof is exciting because it’s an opportunity to not just address a roofing problem, but to also take your home to the next level in terms of curb appeal and function. But what exactly gets replaced during a roof replacement project? This depends on your roofing system’s overall condition. When Your Roof…
Why Is James Hardie Called the “Superior Siding”?
James Hardie remains the most recognizable name in the siding industry. Having invented fiber cement siding, the company has always been ahead of the siding industry curve. Here’s what makes James Hardie’s fiber cement siding the superior siding. Beauty Fiber cement siding is the most beautiful manufactured siding on the market today. Thanks to its…
Should You Have Your Roof Insulation Replaced?
Homeowners often ask whether they should have their roof insulation removed prior to roof replacement. Without an inspection, the only answer we can give is, “it depends”. When Should Insulation Be Removed? The following are the conditions when the insulation needs to be removed: The Roof Deck Needs Repairs – Foam insulation is installed right under…
The Individual Differences Between Handymen and Contractors
When it comes to having some roofing work done on your home, you’ve likely faced the dilemma of what kind of professional you should hire: a handyman or a contractor. While some people don’t think there’s any difference between the two, this isn’t actually the case. In fact, there are a few key differences that…
The Correlation Between Your Roof and Your Home Insurance Rates
Home insurance is a good asset to have in the event of an emergency, whether it’s with their roofing systems or siding. However, what some homeowners don’t actually know is that their roof can actually affect their home insurance rates, for better or worse. Increased Insurance Costs Believe it or not, your roof can actually…
Mechanically Fastened or Fully Adhered EPDM Roofing?
Ethylene propylene diene terpolymer (EPDM) is among the most cost-efficient roofing options for buildings with flat roofs. But this fact can be easily disregarded if you don’t choose the right installation method – and there are two available options. Mechanically Fastened or Fully Adhered? Mechanically fastened EPDM roofs are usually more common than fully adhered…
Cool Roofing for Your Home
Cool roofs are typically made with better reflective properties, and they are known to release more heat than hot roofs. Due to these qualities, homes with cool roofs are usually more energy-efficient. Cool roofing promotes energy conservation, so homeowners are able to benefit from the savings. Here are two ways to get a cool roof….
The Factors That Drive Up Roof Replacement Costs
Roofing materials and components pretty much have similar costs across manufacturers. So, why do different roofing companies provide different cost estimates for the same job? There are many factors that determine why a project is valued at a particular price by competing contractors. Types of Roofing Materials A wood shake roof typically costs more than traditional…
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