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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

Fascia are the trim that covers the boards that run horizontally across your rafter tails.  These create a finished look to the eaves area, prevent moisture from getting to the substructure of your roof, and help support your gutters.  An exterior soffit is the exposed siding beneath your roof’s overhang.  Soffits help keep moisture outside,… Continue reading What Are Fascia Boards and Soffits?

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Proper attic ventilation is important to the protection of your home and your comfort throughout the cold months.  Attic ventilation in winter protects your roof structures from damaging moisture.  Improve your attic ventilation to keep your home in good condition and maintain good indoor air quality this winter.… Continue reading Importance Of Home Ventilation During Winter Months

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Asphalt shingles are durable and weather resistant.  However, they will age over time, may need repairs, and eventually, they will wear out to a point where they need to be replaced.  Harsh weather, sun, heat, moisture and wind all contribute to the wear and tear of a roof… Continue reading Common Roof Shingle Problems

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! The one challenge with flat roofing is ensuring proper drainage.  Unlike other roofing types that are slanted or sloped to allow water to drain automatically, flat roofs need a built-in drainage system to help remove moisture and debris.  Poor drainage can lead to serious issues with flat roofing,… Continue reading IMPORTANCE OF FLAT ROOF DRAINAGE