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Rain gutters can last several decades, if they’re maintained well and are constructed out of aluminum. They should be cleaned out several times a year depending on the amount of trees that are located on the property. The gutters may also need to be lowered or raised when the house settles over time. Call us …continue reading »

A professional will look for leaks during an inspection to prevent water damage from developing. The roofing materials will also be examined and replaced if they’ve become damaged or are loose. Any insects or animals that have infested the roof will also be discovered if nests or droppings are present on the roof or in …continue reading »

Most roofing contractors as well as local building codes, will limit reroofing to only two layers of shingles. If a roof has only one layer of shingles, it is often possible to reroof; however, if the roof already has two layers of shingles, a complete tear off will usually be necessary before a new roof …continue reading »

Rain gutters should be replaced when dents or separations have developed due to wear or damage. Runoff water that overflows is another sign that the gutters are no longer draining water properly off of the roof. Old rain gutters will also cause pools of water to develop around the foundation of the building. Call us …continue reading »

Inspect the attic of the building to identify any areas where stains have developed on the roof boards. The roof can also be hosed off to allow water in where holes or cracks have developed. Roofing cement will need to be applied underneath tiles or shingles to seal off the leak before the roofing material …continue reading »

If ice dams have formed on roofs, the ice will need to be removed immediately to prevent damage. Use an ice rake to break off the ice and work from the edge of the roof to the center of it. If mildew has formed, clean off the streaks with warm water and bleach. Call us …continue reading »

Because these systems are so easy to install and maintain, individuals will not have to worry about performing much maintenance outside of a few simple visual inspections. It can be easy for homeowners to keep track of their rooftops just by walking across them and keeping an eye out for signs of damage. Call us …continue reading »

Tapered roofing systems, also known as tapered insulation systems, use strategically designed insulation materials to create a higher grade, or slope, on a roof that is otherwise relatively flat. This serves to divert water off of the roof surface and into gutters on the edges of the roof, preventing water accumulation and the associated damage …continue reading »

Although it can vary based on several factors, such as the angle of the roof and the environmental conditions, the average solar shingle can produce an estimated 13 to 63 watts. For shingles that produce only 13 watts of power, a homeowner will need about 80 tiles to cover around 100 square feet. Call us …continue reading »

On a hipped roof, all four sides slope all the way down to the top of the exterior walls of a building. A gabled house has only two sloping sides, and the remaining two sides of the house form a triangle at the top of the roof ridge. The gables may be at the sides …continue reading »