Roofs can be categorized into two major types: sloped and flat. While the difference in the shape is obvious, there are other less obvious characteristics between these two styles in terms of performance, cost, and maintenance requirements. Flat As the name implies, this design is almost level and does not have a triangular top. Its…
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Considering wood shingles for a roof will give a beautiful old-fashioned appearance while providing lasting protection for building residents. Cedar shakes are not only appealing to the eye but also provide extra insulation value compared and can be installed over an existing material. By far, this type of roof covering is regarded with great favor…
Shingles are one of the most common types of roofing material that make up the external layer of the covering system. Their very nature does create a problem of having numerous seams on the roof. Even interlocking tiles cannot provide a water-tight seal. Thankfully, there is underlayment sheeting to provide a secondary level of water…
Metal roofing is a very cost effective material due to its reasonable cost and unparalleled durability. If corrosion is a concern, there is stainless steel – which is rust proof, should not require repair, and can literally last a lifetime. Description Like the shiny silver-like eating utensils found in most homes, a stainless steel roof…
While roofing materials are designed to withstand extreme weather conditions, they will eventually show signs of deterioration and there is no real time line as to when this deterioration may begin since different weather conditions cause this time frame to vary. So the only way to know when deterioration is starting is for the roof…
Early home designs, particularly ones constructed from the 1960’s to the late 1980’s, relied a great deal on asbestos. It was one of the most commonly used reinforcing fibers in various home construction materials. Now that its harmful effects are well known, it is no longer used in many of its previous applications. Definition Asbestos…
Home improvement or repair projects require a significant investment in today’s economy. There are many construction firms available from which to choose and there is a good possibility that the wrong one could be selected if a consumer does not know good selection parameters. So before hiring a contractor to work on a roof, proper…
A proper roofing ventilation system for a home is one good way to save on energy costs. Ridge and soffit outlets only perform well when both have been installed; the installation of only one will usually result in high heating costs and system inefficiency. It is important to understand how both of these air intake…
A big decision that must be make at some point is choosing the right roof color which is a perfect time to increase the appeal of the entire structure since it covers such a large portion of a home’s exterior. Such a decision should be carefully made so that the result will complement the architectural…
Every house should be maintained, especially that topmost part of it that covers and protects all inhabitants and property underneath. Unfortunately, some roofing issues if not properly handled would cause a series of event that could eventually affect many aspects of a house, both inside and out. Expensive repairs can be prevented if a problem…