Month: November 2022

Here for all your roofing needs! Fascia boards are long, typically wooden, boards that cover the edge of the roofline.  They are perpendicular to the roof, and the shingles slightly hang over the boards.  These boards are found on your home’s rakes and eaves.  Eaves are the lower edges of your roof that run parallel to… Continue reading Rotten Fascia Boards: Causes and Prevention

Here for all your roofing needs! Your roof may be telling you something.  There are various reasons why roofs leak.  Below are warning signs that present reasons for concern during the life of a roof.  There are also many less obvious items which allow water intrusion which are frequently missed.  Small roof leaks cause rotten… Continue reading WARNING SIGNS OF ROOF LEAKS

Here for all your roofing needs! Your roof may be telling you something. There are various reasons why roofs leak. Here are warning signs that present reasons for concern during the life of a roof.There are also many less obvious items which allow water intrusion which are frequently missed. Small roof leaks cause rotten wood… Continue reading WARNING SIGNS OF ROOF LEAKS

Here for all your roofing needs! Built-Up Roof (BUR) The traditional hot-tar-and-gravel roof is built from three or more plies of waterproof material alternated with hot tar and ballasted by a layer of smooth river stone.  Once made of tar paper, these types of roofs gradually are using more-advanced materials such as fiberglass membranes. Pros:… Continue reading TYPES OF FLAT ROOF

Here for all your roofing needs! There are numerous benefits to having a flat roof and one major downside.  Pooling water is a common problem with flat roofing as it does not drain water as effectively as pitched roofing which has a natural slope where the water can run off the roof.  Since flat roofs… Continue reading POOLING WATER ON FLAT ROOFS

Here for all your roofing needs! Proper attic ventilation protects against many troublesome home problems, making your house more comfortable indoors. It protects your roof against damaging moisture problems, including: In the winter, heat in your home rises – to the attic.  With it comes moisture.  When attics are not well ventilated, moisture collects in… Continue reading Why Is Attic Ventilation Important?

Here for all your roofing needs! It is vital to have properly functioning gutters and downspouts during the winter and rainy seasons.  By installing a gutter system, you can ensure that rainwater and melting snow are diverted away from your home’s exterior as well as the foundation.  Even though this time of year can bring a… Continue reading Tips On Maintaining Your Gutters in Winter

Here for all your roofing needs! If neglected, roof leaks can lead to bigger problems just over a short period.  Not only can the water intrusion lead to structural damage, but it can also cause mold and mildew to spread throughout the house.  Then there are other risks like water finding its way to electrical wiring… Continue reading WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT ROOF LEAKS

Here for all your roofing needs! When hot air from your attic isn’t sufficiently ventilated, and expensive repairs can result.  Many people don’t understand the importance of attic ventilation, and how much damage it can cause to roofing materials. When attic temperatures rise in the summer to 150° or higher, it can lead to damaged… Continue reading COMMON PROBLEMS CAUSED BY POOR ROOF VENTILATION