Roof Maintenance

Storm Proof your Roof - DownUnderRoofing.com

Ways to Storm Proof Your Roof

June 27, 2024

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…

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Severe Weather and Insurance Coverage

May 9, 2024

Mother Nature can often send severe weather to your home and causing severe weather damage to your home’s roof. Many of these forms are typically covered in your insurance claim. But it’s important to check with your insurance agent to see what specifically is covered by your insurance. Hail damage to your roof or siding…

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The Invention of Roofing a Home

April 30, 2024

Every wonder how roofing a home got started and what kind of material they used? The first known tiled roofs started appearing around 2,000 – 3,000 BC in China, Babylon and Greece. It would be several thousand years after this that the roof gained walls and became a true house in 6,500 BC. While animal…

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6 Common Spring Roof Issues

April 11, 2024

There are many common spring roof issues you may face as the season changes. It’s finally starting to feel like Spring! The flowers are blooming, the trees are budding and your roof is leaking?! Now that winter is over, you may discover some unpleasant conditions in your roof.  Here’s what to look for: Gutter Problems.…

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Most Popular Roofing Materials in the Midwest

March 27, 2024

There are many different types of roofing materials to choose from these days; from asphalt to metal to wood shakes to clay tile and many more. But have you ever wondered what is the most popular roofing types here in the Midwest? The asphalt shingles is hands down the most popular form of roofing material…

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Spring Cleaning and Your Roof

February 19, 2024

We’ve all heard about Spring cleaning and how beneficial it is for you and your house. But have you thought about Spring cleaning for your roof? Cleaning and maintaining your roof are imperative for the lifespan of your roof. Preventative maintenance on your roof can save you thousands of dollars in roof repairs in the…

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