Emergency Roof Repair

Being a homeowner isn’t always easy. Small repairs come and go, and there may be some minor labor involved. But some things that go wrong around the house can leave homeowners scratching their heads. You may be able to call for professional repairs. After that, all you can do is try to get through the…

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The Dangers of DIY Roofing

You’ve seen them on the TV, the avid do-it-yourselfers who renovate their bathroom, gut their kitchen, or even flip a house. But DIY isn’t for everyone. In fact, it probably isn’t even for the folks on TV. (Remember, there’s a lot that goes on that you don’t see.) There’s nothing wrong with a little do-it-yourself…

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What are Straight-Line Winds

Recently, we’ve been hearing a lot about tornadoes throughout the Midwest, South, and Southeast. It’s true that this year has seen some unusually high numbers of tornadoes. They have caused millions of dollars of damage and heartbreaking loss of life. However, there is another type of wind damage that gets a lot less press but…

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Reasons Not to Wait on Roofing Repairs

Ignoring the signs that your roof needs repair could be costly to you in the long run. Here, we look at three common reasons not to wait on roofing repairs. If your home or building is located in a climate with a high degree of precipitation or strong winds, getting on top of repairs early…

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Increasing Curb Appeal with a New Roof

Curb appeal is one of the most important factors to focus on when trying to sell a home. It’s just human nature to judge a home by its exterior before you even step inside. A new or fresh looking roof can go a long way toward increasing a home’s curb appeal and increasing its final…

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Parts That Make Up a Roof

Your roof is one of the most important parts of your house. But how much do you really know about what goes into a roof? If you want to keep your roof in good condition, it pays to know the parts that make up a roof. If you need to talk to your roofer or…

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Avoid These Common Roofing Scams

Your roof is one of the most important parts of your house, so when it needs repair you may be tempted to act quickly. Scammers know this, and if you don’t know what to look for you could be their next victim. Here are some tips from the professionals to keep you safe and help…

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Does It Make Sense to Overlay a New Roof

There are generally two options when installing a new roof: tear off the old one and start from scratch, or overlay a new roof one on top of the old one. There are pros and cons to both approaches. Which method is best for you depends on your priorities and future plans, so knowing the…

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membrane roofing

Membrane roofing refers to a number of different roofing materials. Historically, the most common type was a tar and pitch membrane, but newer synthetic materials are quickly taking over. For a flat roof, these newer synthetic membranes offer a great leak proof option. Membrane Roofing for Flat Roofs Traditionally, the best way for home builders…

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replace-roof-winter

The busiest time for roof repair and replacement is August and September. Homeowners are looking forward to winter weather and thinking about whether their roofs are up for another season of cold and rain. But sometimes things go wrong. On a cold, rainy winter day you notice a discoloration on your ceiling. Pretty soon it…

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