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…
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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…
Metal has been used for a long time to roof buildings, primary farm barns. Thanks to the latest innovations, metal is replacing some traditional materials such as shingles, wood, clay, shakes and tiles for roofing homes because of the many benefits and advantages it has to offer. Benefits The long-familiar metal roof can provide many…
A leaky roof is an inevitable nemesis of owning a home; it is one of those problems that hard to handle due to poor accessibility as well as sometimes not being able to find the leak. Most roofing leaks occur in the same places, such as at any protrusion like a vent pipe or skylight…
Changing seasons have an unlikely effect on a roofing system. From winter blizzards to spring rains and summer heat, a roof is ready for some tender loving care from a roofing contractor. Now that winter is long gone and spring has arrived, it is time to prepare for roof maintenance by first inspecting the entire…
Roofing repairs are primarily a proactive measure. There is much to be gained by reinforcing a roof that has not received any damage. By consulting with professionals, it is possible to determine what improvements can be made to ensure that it is able to withstand a variety of weather conditions and other natural occurrences as…
Metal roofing is making gains in popularity in the United States, although professionals in the industry believe it has already gained wide acceptance due to its durability and low maintenance requirements. Just like a conventional system such as shingles, metal panels come in several varieties one of which is the popular raised seam roofing. Description…
Hiring the best contractor requires learning some valuable facts about a company, although it may not be readily apparent how it can be obtained when actually it is very simple. Seven areas need to be covered in an initial meeting and questions prepared based on this. Following are those important questions that should not be…