How the Cost of a New Roof is Calculated A Sales Representative from Batterbee will be looking at the following 5 items: Pitch – How steep is the roof? As the pitch increases, safety becomes a factor and the difficulty to apply the roof.Size – The size is a direct factor.
Read MoreShingle Warranties Explained Experts in almost every industry have told us for years not to purchase extended warranties on things like appliances, TV’s, and other house hold goods, but what about your roof?
Read MoreHiring a roofing company can be a tedious process. And if you’ve never had any work done on your roof before, you might not know what questions to ask. Download our 7 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Roofer guide to make sure you’re hiring the contractor that’s the perfect fit for what you need.
Read MoreA Algae discoloration:A type of roof discoloration caused by algae. Commonly called fungus growth. American method:Application of very large individual shingles with the long dimension parallel to the rake. Shingles are applied with a 3/4-inch space between adjacent shingles in a course.
Read MoreI think I need a new roof. Now what? First of all, don’t worry. Owens Corning™ Roofing is here to help. Our entire Roofing Basics section is designed to give you the information you need.
Read MoreQ: My roof has only one layer at this time, can I nail over the existing or is it better to tear the roofing off? A: Older shingles tend to cup as they dry out and age. The new layer of roofing will follow the contour of the existing shingles that may cause your new roof to look bumpy or uneven.
Read MoreIt is never a pleasant experience to have a leaky roof as it can cause embarrassment when you have guests and cost you time, money, and energy to fix. However, it can be difficult for a non-specialist to fix a roof leak because water quickly travels outward from the point of the leak.
Read MoreDue to the vast amount of finances required, choosing the right roofing material for your property is a big responsibility that can affect the efficiency, aesthetic, and eventual resale value of your home.
Read MoreWhen you're hiring a professional to work on your home, there's nothing more important than making sure you're hiring the right person. If you need help picking a good roofer to handle installation, repairs, and maintenance at your Florida home, here are some of the things you should look out for.
Read MoreThere are many things homeowners have to consider as the seasons change, but roofing conditions are not typically at the top of the list. However, while you’re sleeping underneath your roof and not giving it much thought, seasonal changes in temperature may be compromising its integrity.
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