The worse adversary in terms of building preservation is definitely water. Structures can be protected against the damage caused by this element if it is directed away from the building. The conventional method of moving water away from a roof and to the ground so it does not damage a building is through the use…
Author: Schulte Roofing
Selecting the right style of roofing system matters just as much as choosing the right and appropriate materials for a home itself. It is essential when planning to build a new roof or replace one to have a clear understanding and proper guidance to make an informed design choice. During the selection process, it is…
Adequate ventilation is one of the most commonly concepts in the roofing industry; it is designed to facilitate and balance air flow in the attic. Just like humans, attic space requires that air be drawn in and expelled out. The problem is that residential buildings have a passive system that needs an adequate amount of…
Snow-capped roofs can be quite a sight during winter. As the snow piles up, that pretty sight might lead to problems which could eventually require repair. It is important to identify potential problems that could occur and then be prepared to handle or possible prevent them. Problems While the roof is designed to be a…
Roofs are designed to protect a building from the outside elements as well as to complement the building style. This is evident by the elaborate styles found on classic homes. Even modern design uses the roof as an element to express creativity. Because of round-the-clock exposure to harsh elements, a roof will eventually begin to…
The roof is exposed to the weather around the clock and while it was designed and built to cover and protect the top of a building, it can still break down and leak into interior spaces. Regardless of leak cause, whether it is due to poor quality material, bad construction, or severe weather, it is…
Eventually, everything will wear out and break down, often coming as a surprise that can be extremely irritating and expensive, especially when it pertains to a roof. One way to prevent this as well as stay on top of preventive maintenance is to learn how to recognize when a roofing system is approaching the end…
Clay roofing is widely used in different areas of the United States as well as in other countries including Mexico, Korea, and Norway among others. This type of material is one of the best options for residential or business establishments alike. Therefore, when in the process of choosing a material for a building, it is…
It is commonly wondered why clean running gutters are so essential, probably because there are many words that come to mind whenever thinking about gutter cleaning, such as daunting, tiresome, and risky. These are just a few of the common reactions as it is hard to see a real noticeable benefit from performing this task.…
Brought about by the beauty of the forest, wildlife, lakes, streams and rivers, there has been a large increase of communities being established in the wild-lands. Along with this increased interest to live in such locations is the threat of wildfires which has in turn challenged local government officials to create programs to safeguard and…