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…
Read MoreWhat to Look for In a Roof When Buying a Home
The roof if the most expensive feature of your home. It is also arguably the most important. It protects the rest of the home from the elements, and if it fails to do its job your home could be in for some serious damage. When considering a home purchase, it’s critical to have the home…
Read MoreReplacement Cost vs. Actual Cash Value
We hope it never happens, but imagine for a moment that your roof is severely damaged by fire, tornado, storm, or a fallen tree. The damage is well beyond what can be repaired. You will need a new roof, and that will be expensive. So you call your home insurance company and make a claim.…
Read MoreHow to Pick Shingle Colors for Your Roof
When it comes time to put a new roof on your home, there is a lot to consider. You may be tied up with your insurance company trying to figure out what they cover and what you can afford. Finding a roofing company can also be stress-inducing, especially if your insurance company is butting in.…
Read MoreThe Importance of Roof Flashing
Roof flashing is one of the most critical parts of your roof. Flashing secures joints in your roof and places that tend to receive a lot of water, like valleys between slopes. With adequate flashing, water is directed away from vulnerable areas of the roof and into gutters. Without flashing a roof would almost certainly…
Read MoreThe Truth About Attic Ventilation
Attic ventilation is, excuse the pun, a hot topic. A quick search online will come up with a variety of perspectives. Some experts extol the virtues of attic ventilation, claiming it is one of the most important ways of preserving your roof, among other benefits. Others suggest that attic ventilation is overhyped and the claims…
Read MoreHow To Extend the Lifespan of Your Asphalt Shingle Roof
Asphalt shingle is the most common and most affordable residential roofing material. It is found on millions of American homes. But the lifespan of asphalt shingle roofs varies widely. Some need replacement after just 10 years, while others can last 25 years or more. Some roofs even make it to the 50-year mark. So what…
Read MoreWhen to File an Insurance Claim for Roof Damage
Do you have roof damage that’s got you thinking it might be time to replace your roof? If you’ve spent years paying homeowners insurance premiums, you may want to file a claim to get some help paying for a new roof. But when is it actually a good idea to file a claim? Are there…
Read MoreAsphalt Shingles v Cedar Shakes: Which is Better?
Asphalt shingles are the most common roofing material in America. Wood shingles and cedar shakes are classic roofing materials that were the most common before asphalt took over. When choosing a new roof for your home, these two roofing materials can each provide some benefits, but each has its drawbacks, too. So let’s walk through…
Read MoreHow to Prepare Your Roof for Hurricane Season in Georgia
Preparing your roof for hurricane season is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your home or commercial building, along with its occupants, inventory, equipment, and daily operations, from storm-related damage. In September 2024, Hurricane Helene showed how much damage a major storm could cause in Georgia. After making landfall in…
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