Month: July 2024

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! How to find a leak in a flat roof The problem with finding a leak in a flat roof that sets it apart from finding one in a sloped roof is that the water can run in any direction.  With a traditional sloped roof, a leak can be… Continue reading FLAT ROOF LEAKS

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Generally speaking, flat roofs offer many advantages.  They’re cost-effective, easily accessible, relatively easy to install, and even energy efficient in some cases. They also provide an ideal location for various building components such as HVAC units, solar panels, and communication equipment. Flat roofs aren’t without problems, though.  The… Continue reading WHY FLAT ROOFS DETERIORATE

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! That roof over your head, the one that keeps you dry and protects you from the elements?  It will weather storms, wind, sleet, and snow for decades, but it won’t last forever.  There are a handful of potential issues – old or torn shingles, worn-out flashing, clogged gutters,… Continue reading Common Roof Problems

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Flat roofs require more maintenance than do sloped roofs because debris tends to collect on them.  But they’re safer to walk on than sloped roofs.  As long as you’re careful not to damage the roofing material as you work, it’s easy to keep them functional. Properly maintaining a… Continue reading FLAT ROOF MAINTENANCE

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! As small as your home’s gutters may be in respect to the rest of the home, it is an important home design feature that serves an important function.  No matter the type of gutters you have, maintenance is crucial.  Properly installed gutters keep the integrity of your home… Continue reading HOW TO MAINTAIN YOUR ROOF GUTTERS

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! The Importance of Proper Attic Ventilation Your home generates moisture every day: cooking, showering, and even normal breathing all create moisture that can find its way up to your attic.  Without proper attic ventilation, that moisture has nowhere to go.  Once trapped, it can damage your interior spaces… Continue reading WHY PROPER ATTIC VENTILATION IS IMPORTANT

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! A roof system is a big investment for homeowners and may represent a significant portion of construction costs. It’s a roofer’s job to help the homeowner protect his or her investment by conducting thorough, careful maintenance on the roof on a regular basis.  This can help ensure it’s being… Continue reading SHINGLE ROOF MAINTENANCE

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! As weather changes from season to season, it’s important to keep up with your maintenance plan to keep your roof in working order.  With weather changes, roof blisters may appear on your flat roof.  While roof blisters may not need immediate attention, if left unmonitored, they could lead… Continue reading WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR FLAT ROOF BLISTERING

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! If you decide to do your own roofing maintenance, it is critical to develop a checklist to use during inspections.  Your roof maintenance checklist will help ensure that you do not overlook any of the elements that require inspection.  Your completed checklists will also serve as proof of… Continue reading Roof Maintenance Checklist