Do you hate how your roof line looks and have though about changing your roof’s pitch? For those who haven't or don't know what a roof pitch is, it is the slant of a roof, or how steep a roof’s slope is. Your roof pitch is determined by ridges, walls and rafters inside the roof. [...]
The summer days have finally started to cool off. Fall is a very magical season, and it’s the time of year when we should button up our homes as well as our jackets. Between now and the first freeze of winter, there are some things you can do to prepare your roof for the harsh [...]
Pressure-treated lumber tends to be the most common material for the lower structural part of the deck. Although code requirements may determine lower decking materials, there are several options available for the top deck. One way to renovate a deck is to remove old deck materials from an existing deck and replace them. This method [...]
Your roof is the first line of defense against the elements, and a roof that’s in bad shape not only offers poor protection, it can end up becoming a danger to your home and to your family. When your roof is in bad shape you have two options: repair the shingles or replace the whole [...]
Does your roof make an annoying popping sound when it’s windy? When you go to bed at night, do you hear a creepy creaking noise like suspense building in a horror movie? Relaxing can be difficult when you feel like the ceiling will collapse on you at any moment. If you’re wondering why a roof [...]
Whether you're putting a roof on a new home, or your existing roof requires a total makeover, there are many materials available. But no matter what roof style you have, metal roofs can be an attractive option because of their longevity, minimal maintenance and energy efficiency. Material choices include steel (galvanized, galvalume or weathering), aluminum, copper, zinc and tin. [...]
Roofs are built to withstand normal wind speed and pressure. When wind strikes at the wrong angle or exerts uneven forces across a roof, that’s when trouble begins. Types of Wind Damage to Roofs Lots of danger blows in the wind. The design, materials, and installation of a roof must all work together to protect against several [...]
With the official start date of summer a few weeks away, homeowners across the country are already enduring some heat. Air conditioning units can be helpful for maintaining comfortable temperatures inside the home, but if the house is not properly insulated, energy costs can skyrocket. If the windows and doors are sealed tight yet heat [...]
Solar reflective shingles and solar reflective roofing membranes can be an important component in a building system designed to reduce overall building energy consumption and the impact the home or building has on the environment. In addition, Aniston added that many of her colleagues managed to build a career, not making any effort: "Thanks to [...]
Asphalt roof shingles are the most popular roofing material used on homes across North America, and with good reason. They are designed to protect a home through decades of weathering with minimal upkeep, and are available in hundreds of colors and styles. Readily Available & A Great Value In additional to offering a variety of style [...]
