There are many things that affect your roof's vulnerability: the heat of the sun, sudden changes in temperature, the weight of snow, the pelting of hail, high winds, and yes, even fire. Everyone knows that fire is one of the most devastating forces of nature that can completely destroy homes [...]
Tesla is a name many people recognize, the name of a man known to the world for his contributions to electricity - Nikola Tesla. If you say the name Tesla now, people think of Elon Musk’s company that is making waves not only in the electric car [...]
Gutters play a crucial and important role when it comes to roofs. Without them, water will improperly drain, cause structural damage, and leak. Of course, gutters are not immune to the elements, which means at some point you will probably need to hire a roof company to either [...]
Most people look for or ask about warranty policies whenever they buy something of value. This is no different when it comes to roofs since most people want to be protected when it comes to purchasing something as expensive as a roof that should last for decades, barring [...]
Few things make homeowners worry more than problems with their roofs. If you've ever looked up at your roof and wondered about all that black stuff you see there, more often than not the answer is that it is either black or green algae growth.
Algae is actually pretty common on roofs and in [...]
Roof maintenance is not a one-size-fits-all situation. Different kinds of roofs require different maintenance.
For example, asphalt shingles are maintained differently from concrete tile roofs. If you are having a concrete tile roof installed, the roof company will generally let you know the type of maintenance it will require every year.
[...]Roofs are vulnerable to all outside elements; however, shingles are particularly vulnerable to the sun’s harsh UV rays.
In fact, many of the roof repairs that roof services make are caused by the sun damage a structure has suffered over its lifecycle.
As the years go by, asphalt shingles begin to break [...]
Choosing the right type of roof for a house, one that is attractive, efficient, and long lasting, is important when the time comes to replace it. Yet an even bigger concern, regardless of the type of roof, is how it is installed. The best roofing materials do [...]
Well-designed roofs are an essential part of a sound home design. Not only do roofs protect the home from the elements, but they also help - or hinder - home efficiency. There are always ways to improve home efficiency with the right roof installation, but good efficiency [...]
Are you frantically searching on the web to figure out how to fix or at least plug up roof leaks during a bad storm? If you have several buckets catching water that is dripping from your ceilings, you definitely need to do some damage control. Roofs are particularly vulnerable to water damage [...]
