A chimney is an important part of the uppermost part of a structure. It provides a passageway to effectively eliminate noxious gases produced by the combustion of fuel from fireplaces or wood-burning stoves in the living space. Many home designs have the chimney going through the roof, since it is often constructed separately from the…
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Ventilation is essential in any building infrastructure; this vital component is the primary regulation of the movement of air inside and outside the attic space. It provides comfort to all the occupants; averts damage to other major housing structures; blocks the formation of mold; and helps control the consumption of energy. These air passages are…
The zero-waste roofing system that is being used by Target has become a big part of the company’s efforts to work with sustainable efforts. Target has been active in the world of environmental support for years and has been responsible for recycling cardboard in its stores for decades and working hard to get all its…
Roof trusses are considered the most important component and key engineering system in a building. They serve a critical function and their design depends on various factors and is generally left to professionals to determine what is appropriate. Conventional trusses consist of a frame that has been fabricated from wood or steel, forming a sequence…
Schulte Roofing has always been dedicated to finding hard-working, experienced talent to help build the brand and company. Sometimes, that talent comes from within. Travis Warzon and Jason Marek started their careers with Schulte Roofing as a Roll Former Operator and Quality Control & Safety, respectively. But at Schulte Roofing, career trajectories have a pretty…
We are excited to announce that Schulte Roofing has been voted as the best roofing company in Bryan and College Station for a 10th year in a row! We humbly accept the recognition and are honored to be included among an incredible line-up of local businesses. We want to take this opportunity to thank the people of Bryan and College Station for their continued business and support.
Although it may seem as if a roofing project should not be difficult, it is actually a complex process involving much more than simply putting down an underlayment and nailing shingles onto that layer. DIY’ers can be seriously misled at this point as can many professionals who make the same mistakes, and errors that could…
A roofing system is always susceptible to damage. The elements that can harm a roof are impossible to avoid, especially when coming in the form of earthquakes, hail storms, hurricanes, lightning, wildfires, and tornadoes. Thankfully, the degree of damage from such weather attacks can be minimized. To reduce and control such issues, the weather risk…
The major source of accidents in the United States is when people are above ground level working at heights. Working on a roofing system is very risky especially if the structure is old. It is of paramount importance for personnel working on old decking to be conscious of such safety concerns. Old structures are brittle…
During the winter season, ice dams can build up in gutters and roof edges. This is caused by snow that melts on the eaves during the day and refreezes at night. When snow accumulates, water from the melting snow does not drain properly; it instead causes water to leak into the building structure. To prevent…