The question “How old is my roof?” can come up several times during home ownership. You may not remember the exact year your roof was installed, or you may have moved into a house that lacks any records to tell you the age of your roof. You may also need to...
It’s no secret that winter weather can cause issues with your roof. Metal roofs have a unique problem called roof avalanches. When snow accumulates on a metal roof, it has a tendency to slide off all at once, causing, well, an avalanche. Combine that with an ice dam,...
If you have trees on your property, you probably also have squirrels. Whether you think of them as amusing animals or highly annoying, destructive rodents usually depends on your experiences with them. Squirrels may be cute little creatures that run up your trees and...
Storms, big and small, can wreak havoc on your home’s exterior. From severe thunderstorms to wind storms and even hurricanes, your roof has to weather it all. And usually, it does. Today’s shingles are designed to handle high winds and heavy impacts from hail or...
When your roof starts showing signs of wear and tear, it’s important for you as a homeowner to replace your roof before leaks or water damage occurs in your home. If you’ve never replaced your roof before, you may have some questions about whether you should stay home...
Chances are, if you live in Southeastern, PA, you have a composition roof. It’s just another way of saying that you have asphalt shingles. There are many types and styles of asphalt shingles, but they’re all a composition roof. (Not to be confused with composite...
3-Tab Shingles are the oldest asphalt shingles in the marketplace. They were one of the first successful shingle designs and were popular for many years, but have been passed over as architectural shingles have become the standard in modern roofing. Still, you may...
The first concern many homeowners have when it comes to roof repair is the cost. Unfortunately, roofs are not immune to wear and tear. Most of the time, a roof wears evenly, and when it starts to fail, it’s ready for a complete roof replacement. However, there are...
Sleet and freezing rain are the silent culprits that many people forget about. Most homeowners prepare their homes for snow, but sleet can be just as damaging. Freezing ice pellets can also wreak havoc on your roof. While it may seem harmless, sleet can cause...
February 10th is National Home Warranty Day, designed to remind us to protect the vital appliances and components of your home. No part of your home is more important than your roof, as it protects you and your property from inclement weather. National Home Warranty...
Choosing the right roofing contractor is a crucial decision to ensure the quality, integrity, and lifespan of your roof. And yet, it can be difficult to compare roofing companies. That’s the reason we recommend looking at certifications as one way to measure the...
Today we have many types of roofing materials to choose from, from shingles and cedar roofs to metal and composite roofing. Asphalt shingles, however, are still the most popular type of roofing on the market. The asphalt shingle that’s currently most installed...