Whether you’re remodeling, building a new home, replacing a roof or repairing a roof, our experts have put together the roofing information you’re looking for. If you have questions about a traditional asphalt shingle roof, or perhaps cedar shake roofing, solar roofing, metal roofing or any other topics, you can find answers here.
When you’re building a new home or replacing your roof, it’s important to carefully consider what type of materials are the best fit. Beyond the obvious concerns of price and durability, some types of roofing work better in certain climates. Certain materials can even give you a break on your taxes. Below is a list...
When you see a warning sign that there’s something wrong with your roof, like a leak or water damage, it’s vital to take steps immediately. Getting out the ladder and inspecting the roof can help you figure out whether you’re likely to need a simple repair or a whole roof replacement. Keep in mind, though,...
While every homeowner’s situation is unique, there are certain questions that roofing professionals hear over and over again. Here are some of the most common: 1. Does My Roof Need to Be Repaired or Replaced? The answer to this question often determines the difference between a quick fix and a long, far more expensive process....
Any roofing material is going to have its advantages and disadvantages. The trick is to choose the right one for your personal taste, climate, budget, and desired amount of maintenance. Cedar shakes have been a popular roofing material for many years because of their natural beauty and durability, but they aren’t the right choice for...
Most homeowners will only have to replace a roof once or twice during their lives, and usually not more than once on the same house. When you combine that with how much is riding on your roof and how expensive a roof is, you see just how important it is to get a good roofer...
No matter what kind of roof you choose, it’s going to be a substantial investment, and you want to make sure that it’s protected. Hopefully, you’ll never have to worry about it. The odds are pretty good that you won’t have any problems with your new roof, especially if it was installed correctly. That being...
It’s easy to take a roof for granted. After all, if it’s doing its job and is well constructed, you shouldn’t have to even think about it that often. Sadly, that also means that it’s easy for a lot of misinformation to pop up, myths that could cause problems if you believe them. Here’s a list...
Quite often if you ride through the countryside, or take a trip to the quieter, more suburban part of town, you just might see a plethora of thatched, cedar roofing on the homes that you pass. Mostly known as cedar shake roofs, the cedar roofing that you see on the tops of the homes are...
Asphalt shingles are the most common type of roofing used in the United States. Fiberglass shingles are a type of asphalt roofing used by homeowners who want higher durability and quality. The fiberglass provides a stronger mat, which yields greater protection from the elements. Fiberglass shingles also have fire resistant qualities. Read on to learn...
Fiberglass roofing is one of the most popular choices for homes. Fiberglass has been around since the 1930s, when the procedure to create this roofing product from fine glass fibers was perfected. Fiberglass is available both in shingles and in sheets, and is commonly used for both roofing and siding panels. Consider some of the...