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Roofing and Gutters
Many Ways to Make a Roof
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 »
The Spanish Tile Roof
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 »
The Sky Is the Limit; Different Styles of Vaulted Ceilings
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 »
Roof Beams: Types and Possibilities
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 »
Roofing Materials – Long Lasting Options
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 »
Your Roof Inspection Checklist
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 »
Spotlight on Cool Roofs
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 Paint
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 »
Move Over Asphalt, Metal is Here
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 »
Roofing Décor Ideas to Zest Things Up
Looking to dress up your roof? With the stylish selection of roofing décor available you can make a personal statement about what you’re passionate about. If you own a cottage or you’ve renovated an old school house or... Read More »
Use Storm Chambers for Smart Watering
We’ve got smart cars, smart appliances, smart phones and now – smart watering? Investing into a storm chamber for residential or commercial watering needs sounds like the perfect solution to ease pressure on local watersheds... Read More »
Steps to Arrive at Your New Roof
A new roof is one of the most expensive home repairs you can make. Unfortunately, most homeowners don’t think about the status of their roof until it shows visible signs of regression. Curling shingles and small leaks get most... Read More »
Never Clean Out Your Gutters Again!
How many honey-do lists contain the task of cleaning out the gutters? Too many - just ask any happy husband. Cleaning out the gutters is a pain, as people are injured every year by cutting themselves on the sharp edges of the gutters,... Read More »
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