The style of roof on a house does much to help characterize the home. Take a mobile home for example. The flat, metal roof quickly identifies the home as a mobile. Roof pitches are determined by the measurements of their rise (the... Read More »
Roofing shingles come in multiple materials including wood, composite, and asphalt; but one material that stands apart from the rest is the Spanish style, natural clay tile. Definitely a beautiful and warm look, but are clay tiles... Read More »
One of the best ways to create the illumination of a larger space is a raised or vaulted ceiling. Nothing makes a room feel small and closed in quite like a low ceiling. Higher is definitely better, and there are some attractive... Read More »
In times past, roof beams were a crucial part of roof construction. They were the anchoring point and the strength of the whole roof. With the development of structured roofing systems, otherwise known as trusses, roof beams began... Read More »
What are the most weather-resistant roofing materials? The answers to this question are worth considering when selecting the type of roofing for either a new home or a new roof on an existing home. "Weather resistant" could be thought... Read More »
Now is the time to determine if you need to replace or repair your roof – before winter sets in. Don't wait for the snow, heavy rains, and winds to make that decision for you. Many things can affect a roof's lifespan. Location... Read More »
The Cool Roof Rating Council tells us that a cool roof reflects and emits the sun's heat back to the sky instead of transferring it to the building below. "Coolness" is measured by two properties: solar reflectance and thermal... Read More »
Sprucing Up the Roof with PaintThere are multiple types of roof shingles you can have on your home. Whether your shingles consist of asphalt, wood shake, composite, or tile, keeping them in good repair is imperative to protecting... Read More »
Asphalt shingled roofs have traditionally been the most popular, but according to recent claims, metal roofing is making a significant marketing growth over asphalt. Although asphalt does offer good protection and a variety... Read More »