A professional roofing contractor will get on the roof and look for damage. They may see things from this close advantage point that you, as a homeowner, may not be able to see from the ground. A roofing contractor will also know to look for damage to the entire roofing system including ventilation, flashing and…
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 it comes to a roofing repair or a completely new roof, it depends on the percentage of the roof that is damaged. The rule of thumb in roofing is if the damage exceeds 25% of the roof’s surface area and the roofing work was permitted at the time of installation, the insurance company may…
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…
The winter months often come with cold temperatures, snowfall and high wind conditions. While these conditions are not ideal, you can replace a roof in the winter. If you need your roof replaced during the winter, it’s best to know what conditions you may be working with besides cold temperatures and high winds. Roofing materials…
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…
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…