You may wonder, will having a metal roof put your house at a greater risk for lightning strike? Lucky for you, it’s a common myth that metal objects attract lighting–they don’t! Metal conducts electricity if it is struck, but does not attract it. During a lighting storm, you are just as safe in a metal […]
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There is no such thing as a hail proof roof. The best we can ask for is one that is hail “resistant.” The American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) rate the official standard in hail-resistance. The ratings range from class 1 (the worst) to class 4 (the best). Generally, clay tile and wood shake
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Rooftop gardens are becoming a popular amenity for fortunate city dwellers. Not only do they add green back into the concrete jungle, but they also provide a place to relax, garden, or simply view for personal pleasure.
Wouldn’t it be great if your shingle roof would last forever? Well like most things, shingles will age. If you want a longer lasting roofing material (2/3X longer), look into installing metal or tile. Not all shingles age similarly. In order to evaluate the life of your shingles, check the manufacturer’s warranty. The manufacturer’s warranty
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Go Green! Did you know you can get a tax credit for window replacement, exterior door replacement, new skylights, and new roofing material? The only catch is that the product you choose must be ENERGY STAR qualified, meaning it meets the government’s guidelines for being energy efficient, and it must exist in the owner’s primary
Scammers Targeting Seniors In today’s economy, shady people will do whatever they can to earn a quick buck. Unfortunately, senior citizens are usually the target of these scams. It’s important to be aware of who you hire. Now don’t get me wrong, I’m not trying to scare you away from hiring a roofing contractor that
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Roof Decking When re-roofing your home, It is not unusual for homeowners to focus on the more superficial aspects of the roof. It’s important to keep in mind that decking is the foundation of your roof. Thought should be put into what type of roof deck you are going to apply and who will apply
10 Popular Roof Leak Locations Roof leaks always tend to show up when you are least prepared for them. Next time your roof is dripping, you’ll be familiar with 10 common spots to check when searching for the source. 1. Shingles: Leaks will often times originate from the shingle itself. Whether it is cracked, missing
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Wildfires have been rampantly burning across Texas for the past week. The tropical storms first brought wind, and with the wind came fire. Over one thousand homes in Texas have already been destroyed from the wildfires. Many of the fires are not contained, so it’s predicted that even more homes will be ruined in the
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With the recent tropical storms, wind has become a topic of concern. Wind is one of Mother Nature’s inevitable forces, so it’s important to be prepared. Equipping your home with proper roofing materials and performing regular maintenance on your roof is the easiest way to thwart wind damage. In the case that damage is inflicted,
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Composition Shingles Composition shingles are the best option if you are looking for an attractive look at an affordable price. The two most common residential roofing materials are asphalt shingles and metal roof panels. As discussed in previous blogs, there are pros and cons to both. Metal roofs are considerably more expensive – about 30%
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