After a storm goes through Kansas City and you’ve taken care of your family’s safety; it’s time to assess any damage. Once you’ve established the property is safe to enter, grab your gloves, boots and protective wear. Take tons of pictures before you start cleaning up. Then you are ready to clean up the storm…
A small water stain on your ceiling usually means an active leak from your roof, or a plumbing or HVAC failure. No matter which one, it is a sign you have water trapped behind the paint and it needs immediate investigation to prevent mold or structural damage. The key causes of a ceiling stain are…
If you are an eco-minded homeowner or saving money using your home is appealing to you, we have six roofing options for you to consider. Research has shown where homeowners have used these types of eco-friendly roofs and have saved on their utility bills. Metal roofing material is the most efficient option if you are…
Roof inspections offer major benefits like early problem detection, preventing small issues from becoming costly disasters, extending your roof life, saving money, maintaining insurance and warranties, improving safety and can even boost your home value. As you can see there are many benefits to a roof inspection. At DownUnder Roofing we offer a free estimate…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…