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Roofers: They Have Skills

Think about how many different skills a roofer has to excel in their profession. They need to be able to climb a ladder safely — and while carrying shingles on their back! They need to know how to drive a hammer, how to lay down flashing, and how to hang gutters. Each of these skills can take weeks or months to master. When we learned about the skills that roofing requires, we immediately became more thankful for the roofers who have worked on our homes. We want to pass on some of that knowledge to you so that you can also appreciate the roof above you.

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Metal Roofs Sometimes Don’t Resist Moisture As Well As Other Commercial Roofs

23 January 2023
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Metal roofs are very strong and can last a long time. But if you're considering installing a metal roof for your commercial business, it might be an inferior choice under some circumstances. Metal roofs can be more prone to leakage than other commercial roofing options. Other Types of Roofs are More Waterproof Flat BUR roofs and modified roofs are designed to be partially waterproof. It's still bad for water to form ponds on these types of roofs, but they can hold up better than metal roofs. Read More …

Metal Roofing Solutions: 5 Unique Upgrades That Can Extend Your Metal Roof’s Lifespan

16 January 2023
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Dealing with the same roofing problems year after year can be frustrating and costly. As such, it's important to find ways to extend your metal roof's lifespan to avoid leaky roofs, metal sheets being ripped off in a storm, and more. Roofing contractors can provide unique metal roofing solutions to help you make the most of your roof. For instance, they can install metal seam covers to protect your roof from water damage or galvanized steel screws to secure the sheets. Read More …

3 Things To Consider Before Installing New Siding

10 January 2023
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Replacing siding is the best way to update your home's appearance or repair damage from algae and mold. If you're a homeowner who's new to siding replacement, you may be feeling overwhelmed by the choices available to you. To make the process easier, here are three things to consider before installing new siding.  1. Color Coordination Siding colors can look quite different depending on the home the siding is applied to. Read More …

Flashing 101 — What Every New Homeowner Needs To Know

5 January 2023
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If you're like many new homeowners, you probably already know that maintaining your own home is far more complex than renting a house or apartment — but you may not be familiar with some of the finer points of home maintenance, such as what flashing is and why it's important. Here's what you need to know about flashing and  Flashing is a thin sheet of metal or other material that is used to seal and protect the joints, corners, and other areas of a roof. Read More …

Inspecting Your Roof To Determine Storm Damage

29 December 2022
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The roof of your home is subject to all kinds of damage. The most common causes of damage other than just aging are the different types of storms. Wind, rain, hail, and snow storms can destroy a roof. This is why it is of the utmost importance that you check the roof after any foul weather and contact a professional roofer to perform storm damage roof repair. Here are some things to be on the lookout for when inspecting the roof. Read More …