Of the many ways that a roof can be damaged, wind is one of the most significant and costly elements of nature. During tornadoes and hurricanes, so much stress is placed on the material that shingles and sheets easily fly off, exposing the rest of the structure. Once a few shingles are gone, more usually…
Inspection
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.
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…
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,…
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…
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…
It is essential to have an inspection done by an honest and trustworthy roofing company in order to learn about the condition of a home’s roof. As sometimes happens, it is easy to become somewhat complacent about doing such a task until a serious problem arises requiring costly repairs or replacement. For some strange reason,…
Those who live in Florida are no strangers to the Atlantic hurricane season, which officially runs from June 1 to November 30; however, this severe weather has been known to occur both before and after the “official” season, often destroying many properties in its path. Therefore, it is important to plan in advance and ensure…