After years of keeping your family safe and bearing the wrath of Mother Nature, your roof will eventually wear out and need replacement. Replacing a roof is a considerable expense, with homeowners often paying between $5,500 and $11,000. Fortunately, you can lower...
Storms, high winds, and harsh winter weather can often do severe damage to your roof. You must repair any damage as quickly as possible to protect your home. This can be difficult to do when faced with unexpected expenses associated with damage. Fortunately, your...
Roof flashing refers to a thin metal sheet that roofing contractors use to seal critical areas of the roof. For example, roofers use flashing to seal the junctions between roof projections and roofing shingles. Roof flashing can suffer damage just like other parts of...
A visit to the attic can tell you a lot about your roof. You can learn useful information this way since the attic is the closest part of your house to the roof. If you can get to the attic safely, look around and examine the materials to assess your roof’s...
Disasters, such as storms, can damage your roof and force you to replace your roof before its time. Fortunately, preemptive measures can help you avoid roof damage in the case of a disaster or due to normal wear and tear. Learn about some common threats to your roof...
Do you need a new roof? If so, this can be a big investment. For this reason, choose the perfect roof for your needs and wants. While many different roofing materials exist, asphalt, wood, metal, and slate are some of the most popular. Before you request a quote on...
Trees around your home add beauty and increase your property’s value. And well-positioned trees can cool your home and lower utility bills in summer. However, trees hanging over the roof can lead to tree damage, which can require extensive and expensive repairs...
Roof condensation and leakage might share some symptoms, but they are fundamentally different. A leak is far more dangerous to your roof’s integrity than condensation. You need a proper diagnosis whenever you suspect one or the other. Below are some tips to help...
Frozen precipitation can wreak many kinds of havoc on homes, including roof damage. Heavy piles of ice and/or snow can overburden your roof’s weight capacity, cause key components to leak, and leave your roof with damaged gutters or shingles. Without a strong,...
Does your apartment’s roof leak? Should you put pots and pans under the leak to catch the water or do something more? If you’re not sure what to do next, take a look at the do’s and don’ts of apartment roof wear, damage, and leak repair. Do...
