Posted by admin on November 6, 2012 · Leave a Comment
There are many types of roof structures and the cost to install one depends much on the steepness or slope. Roofers use the term “walkable” to describe a roof with a slope that isn’t too steep to safely walk on. The term is usually applied to roofs with a pitch of 8/12 or less. These […]
Posted by admin on March 7, 2013 · Leave a Comment
If you are in the market for an environmentally-friendly roofing product, the good news is that you’ve got very good options in any price range. Here is a look at the top 4 green roof types for your home or business and their costs. Cheapest Eco-Friendly Roofing Material: Asphalt Shingles Most asphalt shingles are not […]
Posted by admin on November 6, 2012 · Leave a Comment
Not all roofing contractors do the same type of work. There are commercial roofing contractors and those that do residential roofing. Even with those two separate categories you’ll find specialists that focus on one specific type of material such as rolled roofing for flat roofs or metal roofing for sloped roofs. So, who should you […]
Posted by admin on April 5, 2013 · Leave a Comment
While asphalt shingles remain the top choice in the roofing industry, many homeowners are considering metal roofing for its many outstanding qualities. Metal roofs are attractive and extremely durable. Metal roofing prices are becoming more competitive. How does metal roofing stack up head to head with asphalt shingles in all the important areas? Let’s take […]
Posted by admin on July 26, 2012 · Leave a Comment
Are you looking for a long-lasting roof? Or do you plan to sell in 10-15 years and want good value for a shorter period of time? This brief overview of the lifespan of various roofing materials will help you make your decision about which type to choose. We’ll list them in order from shortest to […]
Posted by admin on June 10, 2012 · Leave a Comment
We got to talking about gas and oil prices the other day. Someone asked if we thought oil prices affect the cost of a roof. Well we did some thinking and Roofing Tutor came up with this short article on the subject. Oil prices don’t cause roofing prices to fluctuate like gas prices, but they […]
Posted by admin on April 24, 2012 · Leave a Comment
Hurricane, tropical storms and windstorms are devastating to roofs. High winds tear off shingles and other roofing material and leave the wood roof deck vulnerable to the damaging effects of rain. In some cases, roofs can be torn off completely, even where hurricane straps are in use. Here are common roofing damages caused by hurricanes […]
Posted by admin on March 8, 2012 · Leave a Comment
What’s the best type of roofing for your region? Where you live helps determine which types of roofing material are right for your home. There’s certainly a lot of overlap, but it will help you make a good long-term decision about roofing material if you understand how each type handles the climate in your area. […]
Posted by admin on March 7, 2012 · Leave a Comment
Over the past several weeks we at Roofing Guide have been looking at most of the top roofing materials and the cost of installing each of them. This article is designed to give you a review of those articles and let you click back and forth to each so you can compare various products and […]
Posted by admin on August 28, 2012 · Leave a Comment
Asphalt shingles continue to be the most widely used type of roofing on today’s homes. They are easy to install, very durable, and come in dozens of colors and styles to give each home the look desired. Affordable materials combined with 20-30 years of longevity make it is easy to understand while asphalt shingles remain popular. […]
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