ROOFING & HOME IMPROVEMENT BLOG
There are several different roofing styles you can choose for your home or business. Today, we’re going to be looking at the pros and cons of flat roofing.
A quick note before we begin—flat roofs are not entirely flat. There is a very slight slope, about a quarter to a half-inch per foot. This helps the roof to drain properly—there may also be drainage systems installed with your roofing system to prevent water damage. Read More.
The infamous year of 2020 is nearly behind us! And as we plunge headfirst into this brand new year (and new decade), it’s time to explore a few home exterior trends that are on deck for 2021. Some of these trends are purely aesthetic for enhancing your home’s uniqueness and curb appeal, while others are meant to set homeowners up with a more economical or energy-efficient future in their home. So, what’s in store for the new decade? Read more.
In the summer, attic ventilation can help prevent heat buildup, which will help make your living areas cooler and more comfortable, help reduce air conditioning costs and help prevent premature roof shingle deterioration. The major shingle manufacturers require attic ventilation to validate the shingle warranty.
In the winter, attic ventilation can help prevent moisture buildup, which will help prevent wood rot, mold, mildew, and poor indoor air quality. Read More.
An ice dam is a ridge of ice that forms at the edge of a roof and prevents melting snow from draining off the roof. The dam is formed when snow and ice freeze into one solid chunk of ice in the gutter. Heat loss from the house starts to melt the snow and ice above the ice dam. The melted ice cannot get off the roof because of the ice dam. The water then can back up under the shingles and leak into the house causing damage to ceilings, walls and floors. Read More.
