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A drip edge is a piece of metal installed along the edge of your roof where the shingles end. Its primary function is to ensure that all water runoff from the roof makes it into the gutters. In the past, a drip edge was only required in snowy climates, where it prevented melting snow from…

When a hailstorm has just moved through your area, it makes sense to wonder about possible damage to your roof. In most cases, small hailstones won’t damage a well-maintained rooftop. Shingles are meant to take on the forces of weather and protect a home for decades at a time. But some hail can still hurt…

Like many moments in life, selling your home can be all about first impressions. But when it comes to your home, the first impression isn’t the view when you walk in the front door. Instead, realtors talk about curb appeal, that first look at your home when you drive or walk up. Before a buyer…

Even if you have a relatively new roof, bad gutters can hurt your roof and cause significant damage to many parts of your roof structure. Your roof’s number one enemy is water. So any time that your gutters aren’t quickly and efficiently moving water off your roof, there’s a chance of damage. When water accumulates,…

Summer is coming, and with it comes intense summer storms with their accompanying thunder, lightning, and torrential rains. These storms can be thrilling, at least in hindsight, but they can also be dangerous. Our professionals at Peachtree City roofers offer these tips to help keep a household safe during a summer storm: 1. Make Sure…

If you have any problem with your roof, you should call a skilled and experienced roofing contractor to take care of the matter. Never wait to fix roofing problems. If you need the assistance of a roofing contractor in Newnan, GA, help is always just a quick phone call away. There are many reasons to…

Everyone loves a great shade tree or a majestic pine, just as long as it’s never near your roof. In fact, trees too close to your roof can become a severe hazard during storms and high wind events. This is the reason trees should never be planted next to your home. When planting trees, consider…

Your roof is one of the most crucial components of your house, and if something goes wrong, it can be expensive to get it fixed. It may be tempting to try to fix it yourself instead of spending money on experienced roofers to do the job. But unless you are an experienced roofer yourself, that…

The roofing system of a house offers protection to the ceiling, walls, and house interior. Therefore, roof maintenance is a cornerstone of overall home maintenance. In fact, an improperly maintained roof can wear out forty percent faster than the expected duration. So if your roof isn’t maintained, you may end up making significant repairs well…

How Straight Line Winds Can Damage Your Roof

Following a storm with straight line winds, homeowners may not realize the full extent of damage to their roof. Without an inspection by a roofing contractor, it can be hard to spot damage from the ground. Some winds may cause only light damage to roofing shingles or metal roofing. Others may cause more extensive damage…