If your business has a flat roof that is leaking, you need to get it repaired. Before you make the decision to fix it yourself or hire a professional. Consider these points. You’ll need to identify which material your flat roof is made of. Each type of roofing material will require a different type of…
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The average cost of a new roof in the Midwest is $8,000 – $10,000. There are many factors that play into determining the cost of a new roof. The two biggest factors in determining the cost of a new roof are materials and labor. The roofing materials typically make up 40% of the roof’s overall…
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A roof inspection is recommended when you purchase a home. A good roofing inspector will walk the grounds and walk on the roof to inspect it. But now that you’ve had a roof inspection, what should you ask? How many layers of shingles are currently on the roof? Some times roofing companies will add a…
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Not all roof repair is visible from the outside. Sometimes the first sign you see you need your roof repaired is from a problem on the inside of your home. You may be able to see the damage from your kitchen table or you may have to look in your attic. If you spot any…
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There are multiple combinations of materials and components that make up a complete roofing system and we are going to break it down for you to easily understand. When it comes to a new roof, pretty much all of your roofing system is replaced. The first component of a roofing system is the roof decking.…
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Whether you are getting new roofing installed or just a repair, working with a roofing contractor seems to be an expensive ordeal. In order to understand why these costs, seem high, you need to understand what goes into the cost of the installation or repair. Materials, labor and insurance are the main factors contributing to…
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The recent storms left hail damage on your roof and now you have local roofing companies and out of town companies knocking on your door every day. Not everyone who knocks on your door is from a local roofing company. Sometimes, they aren’t from roofing companies at all. They can be sales people or canvassers…
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Free roof inspections are common with roofing companies. What is not common is a roof repair company offering to provide you with a “free” roof inspection because they happen to be in the area. Roofing companies who happen to be in the area, are typically not true legitimate roofing companies. To be certain whether or…
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Sometimes a homeowner can claim a new roof on home insurance. It all depends on the type of insurance. Most insurance companies cover the damage or destruction from acts of nature. Normal wear and tear on your roof that has exceeded it’s warranty life span are typically not eligible for claiming on your home insurance.…
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Roof inspections can help you save on roof repairs in the future. Consider getting a roof inspection done at least once a year, or more if you suspect there is damage, whether from a storm or trees or wind. Roof inspections are important so you can find and repair the problem quickly. Common roof problems…
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