Posts by DownUnder Roofing
A Roof Can Impact Your Resale Value
When you are buying a new home, knowing that the roof, plumbing, HVAC and like are in good working condition is a must. If the inspection uncovers problems in any one of these areas, buyers will tend to wonder what else is wrong with the house. Therefore, it’s important to keep your roof, plumbing, HVAC…
Read MoreHow Much Damage Can a Roof Leak Cause?
Having aroof leak can cause all sorts of damage to your home from structural damage to mold to decay and more. A roof leak that is left without repair can lead to bigger problems, so it’s best to fix a leak as soon as you find it. A leak in the roof begins to damage…
Read MoreHome Repair and When is a Good Time to Replace Gutters?
Home repair extends to the outside of your home, as much as in the inside of your home. It’s important to inspect all aspects of your home for needed improvements and that includes the gutters. It’s easy to overlook gutters, but it can damage your home greatly if they are. Gutters are meant to prevent…
Read MoreWhy is Roof Maintenance Important?
Commitment to timely roof inspections and roof maintenance can help prevent costly repairs and replacements. It doesn’t matter what materials you use, replacing your roof can be expensive. And there are steps you can take to prolong the life of your roof. Inspect your shingles every season. Each season has a unique weather pattern that…
Read MoreExtreme UV Radiation Can Affect Your Roof – Summer Heat!
Did you know that extreme UV radiation can affect your roofing materials and cause your roof to age quickly? This is true for all seasons, but especially true during the summer, when the sun’s heat is the strongest. Extreme UV radiation can damage your roofing material over time causing decay, as well as aging. It…
Read MoreHow to Hire a Credible Roofing Contractor
There are many options for a credible roofing contractor. And it’s important to choose the right one. How do you know to pick the right one? Start by looking at the online roofing profile. Read reviews from Google and Better Business Bureau and focus on the last 3-6 months. Check out their website to get…
Read MoreAlways Get an Evaluation of Your Roof After a Storm
Once a storm has gone through your community, it’s best to do an evaluation of your roof and inspect your home for any damage. One may call this an after-storm roof inspection. After all, the roof is one of the most valuable aspects of your home. Now that the storm has safely passed, walk around…
Read MoreWays to Storm Proof Your Roof
It’s important that your home be ready for this ever-changing weather and storm proof your roof. In the Midwest you never know when the weather will turn. One minute it could be sunny and nice and the next it could be rainy and windy. After all, your roof is the first line of defense against…
Read MoreWhat Wind Speed Rips Off Roofs?
If you live in an area where you are likely to have tornadoes or hurricane-prone wind damage, knowing what wind speed can damage your roof is important. Even though wind can happen anywhere! Knowing about storms in your area can help you understand the potential damage it can do to your roof. Wind damage is…
Read MoreWhat To Do If You Find a Roof Leak
A roof leak can be one of the most stressful situations a homeowner can face. If the roof leak is one that you can see from the inside of your home, on the ceiling, you know it’s more serious. The first thing you want to do is contain the leak so the water doesn’t go…
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