Posts by Gina Stevens

So you have noticed the door leading into your home is sticking. Just age, you think to yourself and make a mental note to look into it sometime. Unfortunately, this could be caused by something far more serious – foundation damage, downspouts, flooding.

Now that it’s officially fall, it’s time to look ahead to the coming season and make sure your home is prepared. Long snowy winters have always been notorious for plaguing homeowners with leaks and cave-ins. Whether these incidents occur due to natural exposure to the elements or flaws in the design or construction of the…

There are many roofing materials to choose from these days, most of which last for a significantly long time, anywhere from 15 to 50 or more years. One of the longer lasting materials is tile. However, like all materials, tile isn’t invincible. There are several factors that can impact the lifespan of a tile roof…

Your home’s roof can be one of the hardest hit areas of your home during hurricane season. While they are incredibly durable and built to withstand stormy weather, just one bad storm is all it can take for a roof to go from strong and secure to damaged and unstable and high winds are one…

Everything ages. Everything eventually succumbs to the forces of nature. This holds especially true for your roof, which is constantly exposed to rain, sun, and various other types of weather. To preserve the functionality of your roof, you should have it inspected on a regular basis. Failure to obtain an inspection leads to severe roof…

If you are in the process of repairing an existing home roof system or planning the design of a new house altogether, it is advisable to keep in mind the importance of roof flashing for a residential roof. This can constitute a crucial addition to your roof and a very worthwhile investment.

If your roof has reached its limit it may be time to start thinking about what roofing material is the best fit for your home and budget. Typical residential roofing materials include metal, asphalt, wood and clay or concrete tiles. When deciding between these common residential roofing materials you must first weigh the pros and…

Your roof is your home’s greatest protection from both the heat of the summer and the cold of the winter. Energy efficient roofing is essential to keeping your house comfortable year round without breaking the bank.

Commercial buildings require special roofing for attractiveness, durability, and safety for employees and consumers alike.  Standards determined by the unique needs of businesses within specific regions are affected by issues such as climate, weather, and peripheral influences common to the area.  Companies hoping to invest in commercial roofing and roofing materials to improve both the…

A roof is likely the most underappreciated element of your home. Because it is typically not something you look at every day, it’s easy to forget the vital part that a roof system plays in the safety and structural integrity of your home.