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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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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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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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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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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A roof plan is an architectural plan that ties all the elements of a roof together from dimensions, pitch/slope, placement of vents and drainage and material specifications. While project specifics may vary, all roof plans should show the outline of the roof overlaid on top of the building perimeter walls and include the structural details.…
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Your roof has a lot to do with your overall property value as well as your curb appeal. So, if you are thinking about replacing your roof, you need to be prepared for these important factors before you start. Choose your roofing material wisely. Don’t jump to the lowest price. You want quality materials and…
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When you are choosing a roofing contractor, you want to make sure you are choosing the right one. With all the options in Kansas City, how do you choose? Check the reviews online. Google, Better Business Bureau and Facebook are good for online resources to use. When reading through the reviews, make sure you look…
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Putting on a new roof is a large expense, but there are a few things you can do to lower your costs and save some money. You’ll want to first determine if you need a new replacement or if a repair will suffice. The best way to do this is to hire a professional to…
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August is right around the corner and that means the hottest month of the year will be hitting your roof. There are a few summer roof maintenance tips you can do to prepare your roof for these hot days ahead. One of the first things you need to do is check your roof for signs…
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