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 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 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 May 27, 2014 · Leave a Comment
Clay tiles are not for everybody, however with innovations in design and manufacturing, attractive clay tiles are available in dozens of colors and styles. Clay tiles are now stronger and more durable too, and 50-year warranties are common. Understanding the history of clay tiles might help you decide if clay is the best way to […]
Posted by admin on August 15, 2011 · Leave a Comment
The value of a roof is greatly increased when it lasts a long time. The roofing materials that last the longest and have the greatest longevity actually turn out to be the least expensive when costs are spread out over their entire lifetime. If you are looking for a long-term roofing option that you and […]
Posted by admin on March 15, 2013 · Leave a Comment
No one wants to wear ear muffs to drown out the sound of a noisy roof! A gentle rain is nice to hear, but when the roof has a cheap and hollow sound to it, rain can sound foreboding rather than relaxing. Noise from wind, birds, aircraft and other things can penetrate your roof and […]
Posted by admin on November 6, 2012 · Leave a Comment
Having a new or replacement roof installed is a large expense for most homeowners. This roofing guide looks at the major factors in the cost of a new roof. 1. The Type of Roofing Material This is the largest factor in what the total roof price will be. Prices for materials differ widely but here […]
