Month: November 2024

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! If you look at homes with new roofs, you may notice a continuous-looking piece of metal that hangs just below the edge of the shingles.  This piece can be a wide range of colors, but it is usually a different color than the trim of the home.  If… Continue reading What is Roof Drip Edge

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! When it comes to roofing, asphalt shingles are an incredibly popular choice.  With plenty of benefits that add value and protect your home, installing an asphalt shingle roof is a great decision for any homeowner looking for cost-effective performance that lasts the long haul.  But what makes asphalt… Continue reading Benefits Of Shingle Roofing

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Flashing is one of the most essential components of your roofing system.  It plays one of the most crucial roles in maintaining a watertight barrier between your building and the weather outside.  To do this, it has to be installed correctly. If you notice a damp spot on… Continue reading FLAT ROOF FLASHING

HERE FOR ALL OF 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… Continue reading POOLING WATER ON FLAT ROOFS

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! When it comes to roofing, you have quite a few options, from asphalt shingles to metal to slate and everything in between.  However, time and time again, homeowners opt for asphalt above all else.  In fact, more than 75% of U.S. homes use asphalt shingles.  They are affordable,… Continue reading Which Are Better? Three Tab or Architectural Shingles

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Roof access hatches and floor doors are unsung heroes.  When you need convenient access to your rooftop by means of a ladder, the roof access hatch is perhaps the best choice.  There are a variety of special sizes available in the market. They primarily differ from other access… Continue reading Types of Roof Hatches

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! How to Fix Roof Vents A pipe jack roof is a waterproof roof preformed flashing used around plumbing drain pipes that penetrate and exit through the roof, just like those vent and electrical service mast pipes.  By reading the roof pipe jack definition above, maybe you have had a… Continue reading COMMON ROOF ISSUES

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! When it comes to roofing, the importance of drip edges is often overlooked by homeowners. Though drip edges are a common feature on homes located in certain areas of the United States, they are not as common in areas that do not experience frequent or severe storms.  In… Continue reading What You Need to Know About Drip Edge

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Cleaning out your gutters may seem like a tedious task.  However, it’s a vitally important to-do for the overall safety and well-being of your home.   Not cleaning out your gutters correctly and promptly, you could risk damaging your home and garden. Why Should You Clean Out Your Gutters?… Continue reading WHY IT’S IMPORTANT TO CLEAN YOUR GUTTERS

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Roof sealing is a vital part of protecting your flat roof from the elements and extending its lifespan.  Generally, a good quality flat roof is expected to last about 10 years, but with proper coating, it can last much longer.  Sealing is a great way to extend the… Continue reading When to Coat a Flat Roof