Posts by Gina Stevens
What Is the Best Material for a Commercial Roof?
While asphalt shingles are the most common material in residential roofs, for commercial roofing a few other options are available. For several reasons, often related to its large size, a commercial roof must be extra strong and durable. The materials should be able to withstand to rigors of cold winters, hot summers, wind, rain and…
Read MoreSet Up a Plan for Your Commercial Roof
It makes smart business sense to set up a plan of regular maintenance and repair for your commercial roof. The first step in this process is to identify a good roofing contractor in your area. If you are happy with the company who put the roof on in the first place, you can go with…
Read MoreWhen To Get Snow Off a Roof
Snow on roof can be benign or it can be a big problem for your home. Property damage can result if too much snow piles up on the roof, if the snow is wet and heavy or if there is a lot of ice buildup. Not only can the roof materials become damaged, but moisture…
Read MoreWhat a Free Roof Inspection Tells You About a Roofing Company
Getting a new roof on your home is one of the biggest jobs a homeowner will ever do. It is important to get it right, otherwise you might be paying more than necessary, or you could even wind up doing it again in a few years. That is why a free roof inspection by a…
Read MoreShould You Get a Rubber Roof?
When you are planning a roof replacement, it is a good idea to look into every material out there to make the best decision possible that will last the longest. Most people turn their attention toward metal and shingle roofs, but there is another choice that often does not get a lot of…
Read MoreCommercial Roofers Offer These Types of Industrial Roofs
As the owner of an industrial complex, you understand that your roofing needs differ from those of homeowners in residential areas. Be sure to contact a commercial roofer when it’s time to replace the roof of your building. These roofers are experts in commercial roof replacement and can explain to you the different types of…
Read MoreProblems with Flat Roofs
Despite advances in engineering, construction knowledge and experience, many homeowners still have issues with their flat roof. Regular maintenance can often remedy the issues associated with flat roofs. The way homeowners use their roofs along with the design and construction all impact the problems many have.
Read MoreHow To Choose the Best Material for a Flat Roof
Covering a flat roof will be different from a traditional sloped roof for many reasons including the materials required. While a pitched roof can use overlapping shingles or tiles, this method is likely to lead to leaking for a roof without any slope. There are many different materials and methods to installing a flat roof,…
Read MoreHow Long Does It Take to Replace a Roof?
Now that it is time to have your roof replaced and you picked a roofer, you are probably wondering how long the process will take. Unfortunately, there is no standard answer to that. Every roofing project is unique and the timeframe is dependent on many different factors. Your roofing contractor is the only one who…
Read MoreChoosing a Professional Roofing Contractor
The local news will periodically have stories about fly-by-night roofing contractors. Some of these take the money and run while others do a shoddy job that causes more problems than the homeowners had in the first place. Due to the risk, your selection of a contractor to repair or replace your roof is especially important.…
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