Keeping the Rain Where It Belongs: An Homage to Roofs
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While looking at your home’s older roof, you may find that the shingles appear to be in good condition. However, the shingles only make up the top layer of the roof. Underneath the shingles, there are sheets of plywood that support the structure of the roof. If these sheets start to break down, the integrity of your roof becomes compromised. Fortunately, there are a couple of signs for which you can look to find out whether deterioration is already happening, indicating that your roof’s decking needs replacing.…
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Do you bask in the sun and let the UV rays damage your skin? Likely not. Then why let UV radiation damage your roof? Left unprotected, sun damage will shorten the lifespan and integrity of your roof.
Or, you can get out the UV protection. The following are ways to cool your roof temperatures and building with UV resistant commercial roofing installations.
UV Protective Coating or Membrane
The elements are not always kind to asphalt roofs.…
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If you had a storm recently, your roof may have taken some damage. Fallen tree branches, hailstones, even the wind and rain alone can cause damage to roofs.
But even if it hasn’t been storming in your area, you may want to think about the last time you really looked at your roof. Especially if you’re not keeping up with the recommended maintenance your roofing materials need, there may be damage you haven’t noticed that needs some work.…
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When you’re a business owner, numbers are everything. You are compiling payroll numbers, inventory costs, profit and loss statements, and a billion other items that need regular maintenance. With all that going on, how are you supposed to also budget the right amount for a commercial roof replacement?
While the quotes you will receive from your contractors will change from company to company, there are a few ways that you can provide a really close ballpark estimate of what you should be saving for.…
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Your roof is obviously a very important part of your house. It can be easy to forget about it though because what’s above your head is often out of sight and out of mind. Your roof needs regular maintenance and care though, and there are specific things you can tackle during the summer months in order to ensure your roof will last you and your family for many years to come.…
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When it comes to roofing damage, many homeowners find themselves ill-prepared and inadequately informed about the causes, signs, and remedies. One of the biggest sources of confusion for many homeowners with shingle roofing is hail damage. It can be tough to know if the hail has been severe enough to cause damage, or what that damage looks like. Additionally, many homeowners don’t know when that damage signifies that you need roof repair.…
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Caring for your roof is a big part of your homeowner’s duties. Getting roof repair work will go a long way to help your roof’s longevity. Doing your research will help you make the correct changes to your roof and your home. Consider the points in this article to make sure you’re getting whatever roof repairs you need.
Repair any weather damage that your roof has undergone
Your roof often takes the brunt of the force when weather events happen.…
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If you’ve had a shingle roof for many years, it may finally start breaking down. If it has gotten to the point where you’re having to repair it frequently, consider a roof replacement. You can get through this process in a stress-free manner by taking advantage of the following replacement tips for shingle roofs.
Don’t Be Cheap
The roof is one of the most important aspects of your entire property. It’s what protects the interior of your home, and as such, you don’t want to cheapen out when replacing your home’s current shingle roof.…
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Summer is the perfect time to tackle remodeling projects. The weather is good, and someone can probably be home to oversee the project. If you’ve decided to remodel your home, don’t stop at the interior. Remodel your roof at the same time. You might not think that your roof would need to be remodeled. But that’s not the case. If it’s been a few years since your roof had any work done to it, it’s time to talk to your contractor about another change.…
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If you need to have your roof coated this year, now’s the time to get that taken care of. Many people wait until fall, when the weather cools down a bit. But if you wait until fall, you can run into problems. This is especially true if the rainy season comes sooner than expected. For the best results, you want to get your roof coated before the weather changes in the fall.…
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