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 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 March 1, 2012 · Leave a Comment
We at Roofing Tutor have been reviewing different roofing materials and their costs. This review is on Wood Shingles.Wood shingles and shakes have many excellent qualities as roofing materials. They add value and unique beauty to a home and are more durable than many people think. Those made from cedar or redwood naturally resist water. […]
Posted by admin on July 29, 2011 · Leave a Comment
Many homeowners have heard discouraging news from roofing contractors telling them their roof is ruined years before it should need to be replaced. The cause is often excessive heat or moisture in the attic, problems that can be resolved with the installation of an attic vent fan. In this roof guide we discuss problems caused […]
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 […]
