When your home needs a roof replacement, you have two main options for how the roofers approach the task. One approach is for them to overlay the roof, which means they nail new shingles on top of the existing shingles. This is only possible with two caveats — the...
As a homeowner, you’re the one responsible for ensuring your house is well-maintained. Well, one part of your house you should take special note of is your roof. It’s the cap for your house, and its failure would spell disaster for your home. Luckily, you...
If you had a cool roof installed on your home a few years ago, you may be frustrated to find that it’s not quite as efficient as when it was brand new. If this happens to you, don’t despair; the issue may be easy to fix. Your roof may just need a bit of...
High winds, weather from a tornado, or just a regular storm can be especially hard on the roof. If you spot the damage early, you may be able to avoid a roof replacement because a repair will suffice. Know the common types of roof wind damage so you can spot problems...
Oklahoma is one of the most tornado-prone states in the country. One part of your home that is most vulnerable to tornado damage is your roof. Not only can roof damage during a tornado lead to the need for expensive roof repairs, but once the roof of your home is...
If you are constructing a new home or if you are replacing the roof on your existing home, you need to select a roofing material. You can select from numerous roofing materials, including asphalt shingles, metal panels, cedar shakes, concrete tiles, and slate...
Soffits and fascias may seem like they play a minor role with your roof, but they are very important. These two components do more than provide a finished look and neat appearance to your roof, they keep it and the rest of your home from damage. When they go bad, then...
Asphalt shingle roofs are one of the most popular roofing choices because of their affordability and versatility. However, asphalt shingles come in many varieties, including traditional shingles like 3-tab asphalt shingles and more design-forward shingles like...
After a major storm has struck your neighborhood, it’s time to clean up the debris and look around to see what’s damaged. But for your roof, you’ll need a professional inspection and often a professional repair. Here are four no-no’s to avoid when a...
Shingles can be constructed from a variety of building materials, and each one has its advantages and disadvantages. If you need new shingles on your roof, here are some of the most common choices and why you might want each one. Asphalt Shingles: Economical and...
