Choosing the right gutters is important because gutters help to prevent mold and water damage. Here are a few tips to choosing the right gutters: The material: There is a wide range of materials for gutters such as vinyl, aluminum, and stainless steel. The most popular material is vinyl because they are easy to install […]
Sunlight is good for your health, but isn’t great for your roof. If you have asphalt coated shingles on your roof, they are very easily heated and under UV lighting they can begin to melt and wear out. Shingles in general corrode under a lot of sunlight. If you have a roof that has plastic […]
Living in Buffalo means dealing with a lot of snow and ice during the winter season. Unfortunately, that means that our roofs have shorter life expectancies. Ice will form on your roof and then melt once the weather gets warmer. The ice melts, but doesn’t run off the roof quick enough which becomes stagnant water […]
Tree damages are one of the most common problems of roof damage. Falling branches can cause shingles to crack and fall off. Sometimes branches that haven’t fallen on your roof can be a problem. If you have a tree that is close to your house and some branches rest on the roof, the branches can […]
Standing water on your roof can be very dangerous. Standing water on your roof causes paint to peel and the material on your roof to corrode. Standing water also attracts insects and animals. Mosquitoes are known to breed in standing water and some rodents like living in standing water. If you notice standing water on […]
You should try and get up on your roof and check for any cracks before winter hits. If there are any cracks on your roof and they aren’t repaired, it can lead to leaks and cold air seeping in during winter. Here are some tips for repairing a crack: Apply roof mastic: Roof mastic is […]
There are many components to a roof, but the three main components are joists, trusses and rafters. All of these components put together help to create the shape of the roof. Joists: Joists help to evenly distribute the weight of the roof and structurally support it. Trusses: Trusses help with the structural framework of the […]
A roof is one of the most important parts of a home. Not only does it keep you and your family dry, but it also protects your home from the elements. If your roof is damaged, you need to make a decision: should you repair, patch, or replace it? At WNY Company, we will help […]
Storms can lead to damage to your roof through branches scratching your roof, leaks occurring, and more. It’s important to look for these damages after a storm so they can be repaired. Here are some things to look for: Check your attic: If you have an attic, that should be the first place to look […]
The leaves are changing color and the temperature is dropping – winter is coming! As youprepare your home for the cold weather, don’t forget to check your roof. A roof that isn’t in goodcondition can lead to a lot of expensive damage during the winter months. Here are 5 tips forchecking your roof before the […]