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The longest lasting roofs are generally made of materials that decay very slowly, such as concrete, clay, and slate. Roofs made of metal are also very long lasting. Asphalt shingle and wood shingle roofs tend to have the shortest lifespans. Long Lasting Roofing Materials When determining the longest lasting roof, one major factor is the…

Storms can damage a roof in a number of ways. The most common sources of damage to a roof during a storm are hail, high winds, rain, and falling debris. Hail and falling debris can damage shingles, while high winds call rip shingles right off your roof. Heavy rains can cause water to pool, creating…

What are the pros and cons of metal roofing? Metal roofing today can be made to look like many other roofing materials, including clay tiles, asphalt shingles, slate, or even natural wood. A metal roof is typically a larger investment up front, but over the long run it may be cheaper than even traditional asphalt…

Although new roofs should last many years, there may be problems that unexpectedly arise during the life of your roof that requires immediate attention from an expert roofing Newnan, GA business. How will you know whether roof repair is urgent? In short, you will need urgent repairs if your roofing system has been compromised and…

A roofing contractor can inspect your roof and look for any damage or potential dangers. There are three spring dangers to your roof that you should be aware of. To be safe, it’s best to have your roof inspected every spring season. The three most common spring dangers to your roof include: Wind and Rain…

Some people try to repair their own roofing. While you may enjoy do-it-yourself projects, this is definitely not one you should try. Below we provide a helpful list of reasons not to DIY your roof. But in short, you should not try to repair or replace your own roofing. If you’re still not convinced, consider…

What Is Hail and How Hail Can Damage Your Roof

Ever since recorded history, as far back as the bible, there’s been mention of hail and how destructive it can be. Well, we at Eagle Watch Roofing believe our customers should know just how hail can damage your roof. And if your roof isn’t in good enough condition to withstand a bad hailstorm, the damage…

Straight Line Winds Can Damage Your Roof

Most people associate wind-damaged roofs with tornados. But the experienced roofing contractors at Eagle Watch Roofing know that strong straight-line winds can damage your roof just as severely. Straight-line winds are most often associated with thunderstorms. They often present as gusts or sustained blowing. Either way, your roof is at risk. Shingles Blown Off The…

Young man inspecting the roof of an old house

Do you really want to DIY your roof? Let’s cut to the chase and tell you that the answer is an emphatic, “No!” Unless it’s a question of replacing a shingle or two, you’re better off staying on the ground. Repairing and especially replacing a roof is well outside the skill set of an average…

Growing up in Southern Georgia, I’ve seen my fair share of storms. The one I remember most vividly happened when I was eleven years old. I remember camping out in the basement with my mom and four siblings. She was worried sick about my dad, who happened to be on his way home from work…