Replacing Shingles on Low Sloped Roofs vs. Steep Sloped Roofs, Which Costs More?
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 […]
Hurricane Preparedness Kit For Roofs
When hurricane season hits, it might take aim at your roof, tearing off shingles and leaving your home vulnerable to driving rain and wind. Having a Hurricane Preparedness Kit for your roof makes a lot of sense. Put one together now before a tropical storm or hurricane starts blowing your way. When one of these […]
How to Repair a Roof In the Winter
Many homeowners are of the impression that if their roof is damaged in the winter, all they can do is to tarp the roof and wait for spring. But that isn’t true! Roof repair can be done in the winter if needed. Before you grab your shovel and pickaxe and climb onto that 12 pitch […]
Does Ice Dams Cause Damage to the Roof or Shingles?
With winter on its way, many homeowners are concerned about the effects snow and ice can have on their home, especially their roof. Can snow damage a roof and shingles? The answer, unfortunately, is yes. Every year, snow build-up on roofs is a major cause of damage to both the shingles and to the roof […]
Roof Snow Removal, 3 Ways to Get the Snow off Your Roof
Winter is on the way, and with it comes snow and the possible damage it can cause to your roof. There are certain times when removing snow from a roof is a good idea. If the roof is not rated for heavy snow, it may be in danger of collapsing, though this happens on barns […]
Does IT Cost More For a New Roof in the Winter
Does it cost more for a new roof in the winter? Having your home re-roofed is expensive enough without additional costs due to winter weather. However, there are times when winter finally shows the homeowner that a new roof is a necessity. Melting winter snow or ice dams causing water to back up under the […]
What Can a Homeowner Do to Extend Roof Life?
Perhaps you’ve just had a new roof installed and the price of it has motivated you to find out how to make it last. There are steps that handy homeowners can take to extend roof life by as much as 50% in many cases. The key to roof maintenance is catching potential problems before they […]
Knowing When to Call in a Roofing Contractor
Many homeowners have the skills and tools to work on their own homes, doing maintenance, repairs and renovations. There are times, however, when calling a professional in to handle a problem makes sense. In this roofing guide we discuss when to call in a roofing contractor. If the contractor can’t get to you right […]
