HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Experts tend to agree that gutter guards do not provide foolproof protection against all debris that can foul and clog gutters. You should not have gutter guards installed with the intention of never cleaning your gutters again. They don’t make your gutters invincible or magically resistant to the debris… Continue reading Reasons To Install Gutter Guards
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DRAINAGE SOLUTIONS FOR FLAT ROOFS
HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Why Is Draining So Important? Flat roofs are prone to ponding, and standing water on a roof is never a good thing. Standing water on a flat roof is especially worrisome, as it can cause the membrane to fail. Ponding water also carries dirt and debris, and will… Continue reading DRAINAGE SOLUTIONS FOR FLAT ROOFS
CHIMNEY MAINTENANCE
HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Chimney maintenance involves getting rid of soot, built-up creosote, and blockages from every part of your chimney. This includes the smoke chamber, chimney liner, firebox, and damper. Regular chimney maintenance not only creates a safe environment around the fireplace but also makes it more effective during the cooler… Continue reading CHIMNEY MAINTENANCE
SPRING MAINTENANCE OF YOUR RAIN GUTTERS
HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! With all the home maintenance tasks that pile up in the spring, it’s easy to forget about cleaning the gutters. Don’t ignore this important chore! If you don’t clear debris from your gutters, you could be heading for roofing, siding, and foundation issues in the months ahead. Spring… Continue reading SPRING MAINTENANCE OF YOUR RAIN GUTTERS
WHY DO YOUR GUTTERS OVERFLOW?
HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Overflowing gutters can also become heavy and start to shift. Over time, standing water in your gutters might even unbalance the entire system. Then, you’ll have to pay for realignment and repairs to fix it. And in some cases, you might have to replace the whole thing. Should… Continue reading WHY DO YOUR GUTTERS OVERFLOW?
Common Causes of Shingle Roof Leaks
HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Shingle roofing is the most common and popular type of roofing in the United States. Shingle roofs are lightweight, durable, attractive, and affordable. But despite these excellent features, shingle roofs can still develop issues like roof leaks. Roof leaks may happen for various reasons. Let’s take a closer… Continue reading Common Causes of Shingle Roof Leaks
SEAMLESS GUTTERS VS REGULAR GUTTERS
HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! What are Seamless Gutters? Seamless gutters are seamless. Also known as continuous gutters, seamless gutters are manufactured from a single piece of material. They have not been partitioned into sections and, therefore, do not require any sealing at the joints or seams. This makes them long-lasting, leak-resistant and… Continue reading SEAMLESS GUTTERS VS REGULAR GUTTERS
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT METAL ROOFS
HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! A metal roof has many advantages. It’s lightweight, so it’s easy to install, and it’s durable. It also has a very long lifespan as compared to other roofing materials. Is a metal roof difficult to maintain? The most important thing is to ensure your metal roof is installed properly… Continue reading WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT METAL ROOFS
Common Problems with Flat Roofs
HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! If you have a flat roof and want it to maintain its value and to look its best, a regular flat roof maintenance program is essential. A regular schedule of roof assessment and maintenance will ensure that your roof will hold up to harsh environment exposure, particularly to winter… Continue reading Common Problems with Flat Roofs
What is a Rain Chain?
HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Typically made of copper, brass, or aluminum links, rain chains divert rainwater from gutters to the ground in a controlled manner, not unlike a traditional downspout. Rain chains connect to your existing gutter system in the cutout designated for a downspout. However, you can hang them anywhere as… Continue reading What is a Rain Chain?