One of the most expensive aspects of home maintenance is fixing the roofing system. Prevention is vital in avoiding premature failure and other future problems. Adequate maintenance is necessary to maximize the service life of both the material and other important structural components. In order to achieve this, visual inspections must be done on a…
Inspection
A roof that is leaking can be very distressful and may result in expensive repairs if the problem is not promptly addressed. Many times a leak will go undetected. Water is dripping from a ceiling in the house; however, upon inspection of the building top, there are no cracked or missing shingles nor is there…
One of the most severe yet hard to recognize roofing problems is damage caused by hail stones. In fact, many people do not even know that their home has suffered a serious roofing issue. Destruction to asphalt shingles is not easily recognized and it often takes several years for such a problem to be discovered…
Roof damage is one of the most prevalent problems that happen during the winter season. It is not limited to spring storm season or summer/fall hurricane season; roof damage can be greatly impacted by the cold winter months. The accumulation of snow on a roof during heavy snowfall and the development of ice dams as…
More and more Conroe homeowners are trying to find ways to create an energy-efficient home. News about global warming and high energy costs are enough of a reason to cause energy-efficient options to be seriously considered. One option to consider is a clay tile roof. Benefits Clay is a popular roofing material, particularly in warm…
During the winter, it is important to conserve indoor heat to reduce home heating. This is not as simple as it may sound as most of the time heat naturally rises, escaping through the roof. This may result in increased heating requirements and high energy bills during the colder months. How Heat Escapes Warm air…
Now that the cost of energy is at an all-time high, business owners are discovering more ways to reduce energy consumption. Many companies are using CFL bulbs, while others have switched to energy efficient office equipment to cut down on expenses. According to commercial contractors, for those business owners who have exhausted all of these…
More and more ways are being presented to lower energy consumption in The Woodlands. The high costs of energy as well as increased environmental awareness are two main reasons why there is a drive to lower energy consumption. According to professionals, energy consumption can be reduced through the use of skylights. Benefits Skylights are desired…
The flat roof is a popular design because it effectively maximizes attic space. Many commercial and some residential buildings implement this design because of the extra space benefit; however, there is one well-known drawback with a flat structure – water leakage. Due to the flat design, any precipitation tends to pool and seep through cracks…
Many people are looking for ways to improve the use of energy in homes. The sales of various products that promise to improve the use of energy in a residence are on the rise and more products are pouring into the market that promises the same resolution. According to the professionals, one product is taking…