Asphalt shingles are the most popular roofing shingle today, and for good reason. They are beautiful, affordable, long lasting, and come in a wide range of styles and colors. Their dimensional look enhances your home’s curb appeal and improves your property value. When installed by a reputable contractor (like Safe Harbor Exteriors!) and maintained well…
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Need Your Roof Replaced? Here’s How to Avoid Storm Chasers!
When your roof needs to be replaced after a major storm, you can avoid being scammed by a storm chaser if you know the signs to look for. When a major storm forges through the Shawnee and the Kansas City area, and your home suffers roof damage, hiring a roofing contractor quickly is vital —…
8 Things You Need to Know about Metal Roofing
Metal roofing used to be reserved for commercial buildings and industrial properties, but today, it’s a rising trend for residential homes across the United States. If you’re considering replacing your current roofing system with a metal roof—you’re making a great decision! However, you may still have some questions about the durability, longevity, and appearance of…
How to Prevent Squirrel Damage to Your Roof and Siding
Squirrels may look innocent scampering around your property, but the facts tell the true story: these pesky critters wreak havoc on your home’s siding and roofing. From chewing through wires, nesting in your attic, and digging holes in your roof, as a homeowner, it’s vital that you take the necessary steps to prevent squirrel damage….
Stone-Coated Metal vs. Clay Tiles: Which Roofing Material Is Better?
Clay is a timeless roofing material many homeowners quickly consider over wood and asphalt roofing shingles. However, despite its appeal, clay roofing still has disadvantages, like its bulkiness, fragility, and maintenance needs. What if you could choose a roofing material with all the benefits of clay tiles—without the disadvantages? With stone-coated steel roofing, you can! …
The 4 Key Benefits of Having a Skylight Installed
There are few things that are as comforting and calming as walking into a room with splendid natural light. Skylights not only increase the beauty of a room; they actually also have several documented physical and psychological benefits, not to mention adding value and energy efficiency to your home. If you are a bit on…
How GAF Roofing Earned Its Good Housekeeping Seal
Good Housekeeping has been around since 1885. Since the beginning, the brand’s motto has been about “equal proportions of public duty and private interest”. And now, with more than 1,200 editions and over 20 years of recommending products and services, this still rings true. That’s earning the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval is such a…
Flashing Installation and Repair Mistakes to Avoid
Like other components on your roof, flashing needs to be installed or repaired properly to ensure these components function as they should. This not only guarantees you make the most of your roof’s flashing, but that your roofing system lasts as well. Knowing the installation and repair mistakes to avoid then will be a lot of help….
How to Pick the Right Gutter Colors for Your Home
When it comes to the topic of the gutters, some homeowners think that they are only there to protect your roof from moisture damage. While this notion does have a grain of truth to it, that’s not the only use that the gutters have. In fact, they can easily increase your home’s overall curb appeal,…
Why Should You Work With Local Roofers After a Storm?
Your roof is one of the most prized components of your home, which is why you should go the extra mile to ensure that it’s protected and maintained so that you get the most out of your investment. However, just like any other part of your home, it will eventually suffer from damage caused by…
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