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…
There are many options for a credible roofing contractor. And it’s important to choose the right one. How do you know to pick the right one? Start by looking at the online roofing profile. Read reviews from Google and Better Business Bureau and focus on the last 3-6 months. Check out their website to get…
Once a storm has gone through your community, it’s best to do an evaluation of your roof and inspect your home for any damage. One may call this an after-storm roof inspection. After all, the roof is one of the most valuable aspects of your home. Now that the storm has safely passed, walk around…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…