People have always needed a way to protect themselves from the elements, roofing has existed in one form or another. The materials that people have used over the years have changed drastically.
The first roofing material was animal skins or hides. Then came reeds and mud, followed by bricks, stones, thatch or clay.
To say that one-person invented roofing would be a misconception. Roofing or a way to protect oneself from the elements has always existed. But we do know that one-person invented the asphalt roof and that was Henry Reynolds.
The asphalt roof was invented in 1901 and grew in popularity due to the excellent durability, performance and recyclability. During the early days the shingles were essentially cut strips from a roll of asphalt roofing material.
Eventually the manufacturers of the rolls of asphalt began cutting them into more manageable sections, similar to the square sections we see today.
Your roof is one of the most important components of your house. It protects you from the elements, helps insulate your home and it’s one of the first things people see when they look at your property.
The roof on your home can be easily overlooked until something goes wrong. Maybe a shingles goes missing, a leak forms or maybe a storm comes and you hope the house is still standing when it blows over.
The roof is an important part of your home and it’s important to keep it in good condition.
If you have questions about your roof and the condition it is in,call Down Under Roofing today. We are local to Kansas City, and have experience working with insurance companies. Down Under Roofing has a proven track record and is licensed and insured. Contact the team today to see how we can help you with your gutter and roofing needs.
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