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Why Do Some Roof Membranes Fail at the Seams?

Why Do Some Roof Membranes Fail at the Seams?

The material and installation method used in commercial roofing systems are different from that of residential roofs. For instance, the material comes in rolls of either rubber or thermoplastic material. These are laid out and installed in a variety of ways. However, these membrane roofs have a vulnerable section – the seams. These are where… Continue Reading

Wavy or Rippled Asphalt Shingles: What’s Causing Them?

Wavy or Rippled Asphalt Shingles: What’s Causing Them?

Keeping tabs on your roofing system is the first and vital step to maintaining its longevity and performance. You might want to be on alert if you’ve noticed that your asphalt shingles seem to be wavy or rippled. This issue can occur in both new and old roofing systems, but what exactly is causing it?  Continue Reading

Roof Shrinkage: What You Need to Know

Roof Shrinkage: What You Need to Know

EPDM, or modified bitumen roofing, has grown in popularity in recent years. Shrinkage is one of the most typical problems associated with this type of membrane. This issue can be caused by a variety of factors, including material deterioration, improper installation and exposure to UV light. However, shrinkage issues on EPDM roofs have greatly lessened… Continue Reading

How Roofers Deal With Rain During a Job

How Roofers Deal With Rain During a Job

What happens if it starts pouring while your roofer is repairing or replacing your roof? While working on gutter covers and roofs in the rain is possible, it is not ideal and is something most roofers will try to avoid by paying careful attention to the forecast. Continue Reading

Roof Vents: Why They Are Important

Roof Vents: Why They Are Important

Roof ventilation permits air to circulate through the attic. Every home needs roof vents, but few homeowners understand their roofing ventilation systems. Roof vents have numerous benefits. They prolong the roof’s service life, manage internal temperatures and save energy. A well-ventilated attic also protects against decay. Continue Reading

5 Risks of Repairing Your Own Roof

5 Risks of Repairing Your Own Roof

It may be tempting to try to fix a broken roof or replace missing roof shingles on your own if you are handy with household repairs. However, roof repair can be quite dangerous if not done by a team of licensed roofing contractors. Continue Reading

Damaged Roof Decking: Repair or Replace?

Damaged Roof Decking: Repair or Replace?

Roof decking is the actual foundation of your roofing system. It’s what connects the roof of your home to the rest of the house. It supports the weight of roofing shingles and lays on top of your attic’s rafters. Nowadays, roofing companies use to add an extra layer of protection from the elements to your… Continue Reading

How to Differentiate Shingle Cracking And Splitting

How to Differentiate Shingle Cracking And Splitting

To understand more about how your roof maintenance is being conducted, you need to know the different types of damage your asphalt shingle roof can sustain. One of the most common are cracked and split shingles, which can cause further damage to your home if they’re not properly addressed. But what’s the difference between cracked… Continue Reading

A Quick List of What to Prepare for Your Roof Replacement

A Quick List of What to Prepare for Your Roof Replacement

When it’s time to get a new roofing system for your home, you’ll need to consider many factors to ensure it gets installed successfully. One of the first things you should do is to get several bids from prospects who can build your roof according to your needs and preferences. An experienced professional can also help you… Continue Reading

What You Need to Ask When Planning to Replace Your Roof

What You Need to Ask When Planning to Replace Your Roof

As you look for prospects who can take on your roofing project, you’ll need to check whether they’re licensed to do the job. Roof repair and installation must only be done by licensed contractors as required by many states in the U.S. The business license is usually issued by the state agency, which proves that they meet… Continue Reading