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Home Maintenance Home Owners Insurance Home Repair & Maintenance Metal RoofingDecember 18, 2024by RPS Metal Roofing & Siding0

Does a New Roof Lower the Cost of Your Insurance?

When it comes to insurance, insurers always want to calculate the risk your home poses. Knowing the likelihood of eventually having to pay out helps them to continue operating profitably. Part of their assessment usually includes evaluating your roof quality. If they think it is poor, they will increase your premiums to reflect the higher...

Construction Do it Yourself Home Repair & Maintenance Metal RoofingDecember 16, 2024by RPS Metal Roofing & Siding0

How to Install Metal Roofing

One of the most popular choices among homeowners when it comes to roofing is metal roofing, and it’s for a good reason. Metal roofing offers unmatched durability as well as excellent weather resistance and straightforward installation processes, which makes them a practical and easy alternative to the traditional shingles. Beyond all of their physical advantages,...

Home Repair & Maintenance Metal Roofing New ProjectsDecember 1, 2024by RPS Metal Roofing & Siding0

Questions to Ask When Hiring a Roofing Contractor

When it comes to choosing a new roof or even repairing the one you have, one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make is finding a roofing contractor with whom you trust. Stakes are high, and hiring the wrong professional could leave you with costly headaches (or worse yet a leaky living room). So...

Home Repair & Maintenance Metal Roofing UncategorizedNovember 17, 2024by RPS Metal Roofing & Siding0

Maintaining a Metal Roof For Durability and Longevity

Metal roofs can look very attractive and are a very sturdy and reliable kind of roof to have. However, that’s not to say that you can simply install a metal roof and then leave it be. You do actually have to maintain your metal roof, and there can actually be quite a lot involved in...

Home Repair & MaintenanceOctober 10, 2024by RPS Metal Roofing & Siding0

How to Dispose of Old Roofing Shingles

Replacing your roof can be one of the best things you can ever do for your home. Sometimes it’s just necessary if you are going to ensure that your home looks like new, and it can be one of the best ways to make sure that your home is going to really look the part....

Home Repair & MaintenanceSeptember 13, 2024by RPS Metal Roofing & Siding0

What are the Main Disadvantages of Shingle Roofing?

Because of its many stylistic options, low cost, and simplicity of installation, shingle roofing is one of the most often used roofing materials for residential buildings. In the US and other countries, shingles—especially asphalt shingles—are the most common roofing material. Shingle roofs are still very popular, but there are cons of shingle roofs that can...

Home Repair & Maintenance Metal Roofing New ProjectsJuly 5, 2024by RPS Metal Roofing & Siding0

When is the Best Time to Install a Metal Roof?

Are you needing to get a metal roof installed? Well, choosing the best time to install a metal roof involves considering various factors, including weather conditions, contractor availability, and potential cost fluctuations. So, let’s go ahead and dive into each season to understand it’s benefits and challenges, helping you make an informed decision about when...

Home Repair & Maintenance New ProjectsJune 19, 2024by Joe0

How to Measure Roof Pitch

The term’ roof pitch’ refers to the angle or slope of a roof. It is typically presented in one of two ways: as a ratio or a percentage. Understanding what these terms mean and calculating them can help you better understand the roof’s pitch and how to measure it. Understanding and measuring the roof pitch...

Home Repair & Maintenance Metal Roofing PaintingJune 14, 2024by RPS Metal Roofing & Siding0

How to Repaint a Metal Roof

Metal roofs are a long-lasting, durable option for people wanting a more eco-friendly alternative to traditional roofing materials such as asphalt shingles. Metal roofs require minimal upkeep and can last anywhere from 30 to 50 years, some even longer. That being said, you will need to periodically repaint a metal roof to preserve its integrity...

Green Roofing Home Repair & Maintenance Metal Roofing Roofing AccessoriesMay 13, 2024by Joe0

What is a Ridge Roof Vent?

A roof ridge vent is a type of vent that is installed along the peak of your roof. This is seamlessly integrated into your roofline, and it runs the entire length of the roof. It’s usually covered by ridge cap shingles that match the rest of your roof. So, this makes it appear pretty much...

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