Spring is finally here after many months of frigid temperatures and heavy snowfalls. Spring doesn't just bring warmer weather and longer days ... it also means it's time for spring cleaning. Many people don't think to include their roof in their spring cleaning efforts, but they should. Here's a spring cleaning checklist for your roof. 1. [...]
Sheet metal roofing is perfect for Wisconsin homes. The climate in Wisconsin is so unpredictable that it can really wear and tear on an average roof. However, sheet metal roofing benefits your home in so many ways while still having a longer lifespan than many other roofing materials. Here's why. Sheet Metal Roofing Sheds Ice and [...]
The lifespan of your roof can vary depending on a lot of variables. For instance: What type of roof is it? Are the materials that make up your roof high quality? Who installed your roof? All of these questions and more are very important in understanding the lifespan of your home's roofing. If you're wondering how [...]
"My roof is leaking! What do I do?!" Well, don't worry too much because we've made a step-by-step list of the exact way to deal with that leaky roof, and to make sure it never leaks again. 1. Protect Your Valuables The first thing you should do if your roof is leaking is protect your valuables [...]
Not sure if you need to improve your attic ventilation? Try touching your ceiling on a sunny day. If the ceiling is hot, your attic is likely acting as a solar oven. And as you may know, this can lead to a lot of unwanted consequences. For example, it can cook your shingles and raise your [...]
Of all the home improvements you could make to your house, a roof replacement is a large and significant one. It not only involves complete removal of your old roof, but a complete replacement with new roofing materials (as you would expect from something called a "roof replacement"). If you've never had your roof replaced, you [...]
Jesus Orosco, center, has assembled an impressive team of roofers with enormous production powers for complete roof tear offs, re-decking and installation of high-quality asphalt shingles, cedar shingles and shakes, and composite shingles like the DaVinci Roofscape of polymer synthetic slates of this featured River Hills project. This Riverhills home's roof system involved removing several tons [...]
There are many joys that come with home ownership: designing your dream home, enjoying precious privacy, and becoming part of a community for years to come. Maintenance, however, is one of the drawbacks of home ownership. Let's face it: Keeping your home up and running can be a pain. Not only does it take valuable time [...]
The home design industry as of 2018 was worth roughly 18 billion dollars. And that number is set to grow by up to 7% in the coming years. Why? Because homeowners understand the value that quality design brings to the comfort of their homes and to their home values. If you're planning on replacing your roof, one [...]
Depending on how often you inspect your roof or what kind of climate you live in, you could be replacing your roof every 20 years. While some roofs will last up to 50 years with good maintenance, if you're unsure of the last time your roof was replaced or inspected, you could be up for a repair. [...]
