Every type of roof has its tell-tale signs that it’s on its way out, so it’s important that you know what they are. In this article, we’re going to be taking a look at some of the signs that you should be replacing your roof sooner rather than later, so keep reading if you would...
Many of us love to get into the festive spirit by decorating the exterior of our homes with lights. Some of us are happy to place a few lights in windows or add a wreath to the door, while others like to go all out – which means even decorating the roof. The most popular...
When building a new home or re-roofing an old one, the materials chosen for the project will have a big effect on how the home looks, how it feels, and how much it costs, not just for the construction, but also for maintenance and energy costs in the long run. What Are The Differences? What...
From durability to longevity and energy efficiency, metal roofs have a distinct advantage over other roofing materials. And while all metal roofing types inherently carry most, or all, of these benefits, there are some small differences when comparing materials. In this infographic we will list out some of the most commonly used metal roofing materials...
Gutters are a part of a property that often go unthought of when it comes to maintenance and updating a home. However, when it comes to the functionality of gutters, they are a lot more important than we give them credit for. For homes with metal roofs, there are certain gutter types that will work...
The Indianapolis television station WTHR13 recently published an exposé on the local roofing industry. It showed that there has been a failure to recycle millions of pounds of shingles even though they had frequently made promises to the contrary. Strong storms in the spring and summer, with big hail and strong winds, caused millions in...
Metal roofs have their benefits and as a result, many homeowners prefer them as their roofing solution. However, whether it is due to HOA rules or personal preference, you may still want a look that is in line with shingles as opposed to a standing seam metal roof. There are metal roof panels that homeowners...
Living in a region that is susceptible to hurricanes means that at times you may need to prepare for, or return to, the impact of one of Mother Nature’s fiercest storms. Even with prior warning, it can feel like there is not enough time to research and know how to best prepare – unless you’ve...
Returning home to assess and clean up the damage from a hurricane can be quite daunting. You could be facing water and wind damage, standing flood water through the house, mold, grime and even power outages while you try to deal with everything else. It’s not easy, but a clean-up is possible with the right...
If your house has been hit by a hurricane or another climate disaster, one of the first steps to getting things back to normal is to file an insurance claim to help with repairs. The problem is that your house is now in pieces and your insurance company information is in there somewhere and you...
