Almost every occupation has some degree of risk; however, there are certain jobs that are extremely hazardous where extra safety precautions must be taken, such as any involved in the building, repairing, or replacement of a roofing system. Following are some things to consider in order to work safely and avoid injuries.
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Roof coatings can be classified into two groups: traditional material such as asphalt emulsions, asphalt cutbacks, and acrylics; and the more modern fluid-applied, stand-alone membranes. The major difference is the degree of permeability and how well each type protects the covered material. There are many important reasons to use these coatings, not least of which…
A leaky roof can be caused by many things that vary with each region of the United States. The entire East and Gulf coasts face hurricane threats; the North, Midwest and South Central areas are known as ‘Tornado Alley;’ and the entire West Coast faces numerous storms coming off the Pacific ocean. To protect structures…
Impact resistant shingles are especially designed to protect buildings from damage caused by hail and similar weather conditions. These icy projectiles can completely demolish structures and have been known to go through roofs, knocking off tiles and exposing wiring to oncoming rainwater. A professional builder can help protect a home by installing protective materials to…
Determining what separates a good contractor from a bad one can be difficult. The most common denominator and judgment criteria is that person or company’s experience. Credible repair professionals have years of experience in their area of expertise and can apply that knowledge to provide high-quality services. Hiring an experienced builder is vital to achieve…
The last thing anyone wants to see in the middle of a rain storm is water coming in from a leak in the roof. Since water rarely follows a straight path into a structure, chances are the leak has originated in an area apart from where it is leaking. That entire path may be damaged,…
Even though asphalt shingles have long been a staple in building construction, they are not necessarily the most attractive. Asphalt shingles are often rather plain when when offering a neat and tidy appearance when kept in good condition. Form, function and cost effectiveness often override style; however, if interested in adding style, ceramic or cement…
With growing awareness about recycling, energy efficiency and other methods of going “green,” the construction industry has begun to embrace these ideas as well. Roofing contractors are changing methods to both please customers and make a positive impact on the environment. There are newer techniques in energy reduction, both in the building process itself and…
Home ownership is expensive – plain and simple. Regardless of the budget, size or market value, buying a home is probably one of the biggest purchases that is made during a person’s lifetime. So proper and regular maintenance is important to the structure, including the roof. Even though the average home will only need to…
Finding a roofing contractor is simple. They can be found by word of mouth; in the phone book; in the classified section of magazines; or on the internet. Finding the best one to for repairs or re-roofing can be challenging, especially when it comes to cost estimates. There are many contractors to choose from and…