Everyone tells you Houston roofers are the worst in terms of keeping the site clean, and cleaning up afterwards. But Schulte Roofing belongs to a class of its own. We clean it all; from the big stuff to the tiny ones. Besides that we employ out of the box measures to prevent damage to siding,…
Cleaning
There are several reasons why a roofing system needs to be cleaned. It could be for reasons of appearance, energy efficiency, and property value; however, the most essential reason it should be done is because of how it impacts the roof’s ability to have a longer lifespan and save money at the same time. Periodic…
It is commonly wondered why clean running gutters are so essential, probably because there are many words that come to mind whenever thinking about gutter cleaning, such as daunting, tiresome, and risky. These are just a few of the common reactions as it is hard to see a real noticeable benefit from performing this task.…
Even a well-built roof can get stains; this unsightly problem can not only affect the overall look of the top of a house but can lead to costly damage in the future. Therefore, it is important to know how such discolorations occur and how to get rid of them safely in order to have a…
Close attention is not always paid to gutters and yet this important roofing element requires regular preventive maintenance. Gutters play a critical role in the entire roofing system and are essential to the exterior maintenance of any house. Eaves troughs direct rainwater off the roof and away from the lower portion of the building. This…
More often white-colored asphalt shingles change appearance from white to brown to black streaks over an extended period of time. The black staining effect has been discovered to be caused by natural pigments produce by algae. Fortunately, such discoloration doesn’t mean structural damage; however, it is an aesthetic issue and very unpleasant to the eyes…
One type of plant life that plagues many types of roofs is moss or bryophyte. According to professional roofers, although it is mostly considered an aesthetic problem, bryophyte actually poses a more serious threat than meets the eye. The following is a closer look at what kind of damage this type of plant life can…
Pressure washing is one of the many options available to clean a roof; a high-pressured stream of water will get rid of all types of debris. Yet according to professional roofers, using it as a way to clean a housetop should be given a huge “No,” as that action could potentially damage the entire upper…
Replacing or even just repairing a roof is an expensive undertaking. Hiring a building contractor to do this job takes quite a bit of money not to mention the inconvenience it causes to the occupants. The better choice is to simply maximize the roof’s service life and save money by avoiding costly expenses which is…
Keeping a roof in good condition is something that should be taken seriously. While it is designed to provide protection from various weather elements, repeated exposure to heat, rain and cold will eventually take its toll on the roofing material. This is true of all parts of a house that is located in areas prone…