Safely Decorate Your Roof for the Holidays
The excitement for the holiday season sometimes overshadows the need to make safe decisions. It’s fun to decorate your home, especially if you have kids. Before you do so, consider these safety tips to minimize some of the most common problems homeowners have when decorating their homes for the holidays. #1 Be Safe, no matter […]
Help! My Skylight is leaking!
Diagnosing a Skylight Leak The first step is to find the leak’s source. This will require a comprehensive inspection. In most cases, calling a professional will be necessary because the source of a leak can often be difficult to find. Determine if the leak is actually excessive condensation that has moved to the underside of […]
Buying a New Home? Make Sure to Check Out the Roof
Ask How Old It Is When looking at a potential new home, one of your first questions should be, “How old is the roof?”. Asphalt roofs will typically last 20 years, wood shake 30 years, and slate or copper tile roofs can last up to 50 years. Standing seam metal roofs can last 40 to […]
Tips on Removing Snow from Your Roof
What’s the best way to remove snow from the roof? One cubic foot of dry snow weighs about seven pounds, while the wet type weighs 12 to 18 pounds per cubic foot. Although most roofs can handle this excess, large, flat ones are at the greatest risk for structural damage. Monitoring the amount of buildup […]
Winter Is Coming: Preparing Your Roof for Snow
How do I prepare my roof for winter? Let’s explore some things you should watch out for when the time comes to prepare your roof for winter. Check your ventilation It’s crucial for every roof to have proper attic ventilation. Is the ventilated area clear of debris and allowing air to flow freely? If not, […]
