Metal Roof Price Guide for Estimating the Cost of Metal Roofing
Posted by admin on May 17, 2014 · Leave a Comment
Metal roofing continues to gain popularity as homeowners discover its many advantages. As of Jan 2014 the number of new construction jobs using metal roofing jumped to over 11%. If you think of metal roofing as the rusting, ugly stuff you see on farm houses and the barns next to them, you might want to […]
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Roof Snow Guards, Are they Really Needed?
Posted by admin on November 2, 2011 · Leave a Comment
If you are familiar with roof snow guards you may be asking, “Are they really needed?” Or perhaps you’ve never heard of them. In this Roofing Tutor guide, you’ll discover what snow guards are and whether or not they make sense for your roof. What are Snow Guards? Snow guards are devices installed a foot […]
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Which Roofing Materials Last the Longest?
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 […]
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What is the Quietest Roofing Material Type?
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 […]
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Can Hail Really Damage a Roof?
Posted by admin on July 29, 2011 · Leave a Comment
Some homeowners may wonder if hail can really damage a roof until they see the effects of a serious hail storm. Hail that is roughly 1″ in diameter and larger can cause hail damage to roofs, fan or vent covers, skylights and other roofing materials, though if the roofing material is already aged, such as […]
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How Much Does a New Roof Cost?
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 […]