Month: October 2023

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! There are countless roofing options available on the market.  Regardless of a homeowner’s style, there is something out there that will fit the look they desire for their home.  However, not all roofing options are made equal, and each offers distinct advantages and disadvantages that are important to… Continue reading WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT SLATE ROOFS

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Fascia on a roof is the horizontal board that you’ll find just below the edge of your roof.  The main function of fascia is to provide support for the lower edge of the roof tiles or shingles and to protect the underlying structure from water damage.  It also… Continue reading What is a Fascia Board?

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Gutters play a vital role in maintaining the structural integrity of your home or building.  They are responsible for redirecting rainwater away from the foundation, preventing water damage, erosion, and other potential issues.  However, over time, gutters can become worn out, damaged, or clogged, compromising their effectiveness and… Continue reading Signs that You Need to Replace Your Gutters

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Step-by-Step Instructions for How to Protect Foundation From Water  1. Check the Foundation Before you start any preventive measures, make sure to check all parts of your foundation for signs of water damage.  Look for cracks in the walls or erosion around the base.  Be sure to remove… Continue reading HOW TO PREVENT GUTTER PROBLEMS FROM DAMAGING YOUR FOUNDATION

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Roof flashing is pieces of sheet metal, galvanized steel or aluminum.  This component keeps water leaks from occurring in roofing systems.  Contractors install flashing in the parts of the roofs and exterior walls that are vulnerable to leaks, such as roof valleys, chimneys and the intersection between a… Continue reading What Is Roof Flashing, and How Does It Work?

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! What Is Gutter Pitch? Also known as gutter pitch, gutter slope describes the amount that gutters slant downward along the natural path of water flow against the house.  Your home’s gutters are installed horizontally across the face of your fascia board.  They are typically angled toward one of… Continue reading DOES GUTTER PITCH MATTER?

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Built-in gutters, also known as hidden gutters, are gutter systems integrated into the eaves of the roof.  This design uses the board to frame a trough for rainwater collection at the roof edge, requiring a waterproof membrane under the roofing material and a cap flashing for protection and… Continue reading About Built-In Gutters

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Even more so than other roofs, flat roofs require maintenance in order to last.  This maintenance typically comes in the form of coating the flat roof.  A lifespan of an un-coated flat roof is around 10 years but coating it every five years or so can extend this… Continue reading Benefits of Flat Roof Coating?

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! A brick chimney is an efficient and attractive feature that serves many purposes in a home.  Maintaining a brick chimney is important for safety and aesthetics and can provide many additional benefits to a home.  First, a well-maintained brick chimney can improve the efficiency and performance of a home’s… Continue reading ABOUT CHIMNEY MAINTENANCE