When winter becomes spring, the weather changes and creates rough weather and brings storms. Whether it’s hailstorms or high winds or squalls, being able to identify roof damage after a storm is something every home owner should be able to do. High winds can remove or tear shingles, leaving the under layers of a roof…
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If you are looking for a new roof in the Kansas City area, then you have probably looked at using DownUnder Roofing. We’ve done hundreds of homes in the area from Belton to Prairie Village to Overland Park to Liberty. You can check out some of our work by visiting our Facebook page here. On…
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A quality roof can last 20 or even up to 100 years! Just depends on the roofing materials used and how well the homeowner takes care of the roof. But it doesn’t matter what materials or quality roof care you have when it comes to insurance covering your roof. A good rule of thumb is…
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Happy Holidays from our team at DownUnder Roofing! We hope you enjoy this holiday season. If you find that your roof is on the naughty list because it is in need a repair, call us at DownUnder Roofing today. Our professionals can help with an entire roof replacement, whether you are paying for it out…
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During the colder months of the year, your home’s roof vents allow moisture to leave the attic space, preventing the growth of mildew and mold. In order for the air to flow freely, you should leave your vents uncovered during these winter months. Roof ventilation works to keep the temperatures even in your home. Closing…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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