When it’s clear that your roof is severely damaged or is approaching the end of its lifespan, experts often recommend that you have your roof replaced immediately. Unfortunately, some homeowners tend to disregard this advice as they tend to make the mistake of thinking it can be solved by a patch job instead. What they don’t realize until it’s too late, however, is that doing so can have severe repercussions for them in the long run. [Read more…]
Archives for Colin Clark5 Factors That Affect the Cost of Your Roof Replacement
When a roof is damaged, you’ll often have to weigh your options between a roof repair or a replacement project. While a repair project is a good option to pick, there are times when it may not be enough to bring your roof back to its prior condition to protect your home. Therefore, you’re left with no choice but to have the old roof replaced with a new one.
[Read more…]Roof Soffit: What is It and Why is It Important?
A roofing system is made up of various components that allow it to protect your home. These components include the shingles, roof deck and even the underlayments. However, when it comes to roof components, there is one that is often overlooked by most homeowners: the soffits. The soffits are the material between your roof’s eaves where the fascia and gutters are placed to the wall. However, this isn’t the only purpose of the soffit. [Read more…]
Metal Roofing: Common Myths and the Truth Behind Them
When it comes to roofing, you won’t find yourself short on choices for materials. After all, there are many roofing materials available on the market, such as asphalt shingles, cedar shingles, and even tile and clay. While these are all good materials for a roof, there is another that you should never forget: metal. Unfortunately, some homeowners are hesitant to get metal roofs for their home due to the various misconceptions that surround it. [Read more…]
How to Identify Wind Damage on Roofs
Storms can cause severe damage to your roof. They can result in missing shingles, cracks and even leaks. High winds pose hazards to your home, such as fallen branches, torn down power lines and uprooted trees. Whether you have an asphalt or metal roof, it’s always a good idea to have the system inspected for damage after extreme weather events. [Read more…]