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Do not use a pressure washer to clean your roof

Do not use a pressure washer to clean your roof

If you’re trying to clean and freshen up your roof, avoid using a pressure washer. The pressure of the water is too hard on your roof’s shingles and could cause the shingles to crack and/or snap off. As an ...
What is roofing felt?

What is roofing felt?

Roofing felt is a protective coating that roofers put on roofs to protect the roof from water damage. It is considered an underlayment and is typically made of felt, but can be made of synthetic materials. There are many ...
Preventing mold from growing on your roof

Preventing mold from growing on your roof

Mold not only makes your roof look unappealing, but can be a pain. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to prevent mold from growing on your roof:
  • Use a cleaning product: You can go to ...
Ways to reduce roofing costs

Ways to reduce roofing costs

Depending on the issue, roofing costs can be relatively expensive; however, there are things you can do to help prevent and reduce those costs:
  • Roof inspections: Getting a roof inspection from a professional will help to catch any ...
Ways to keep your roof cool in the summer

Ways to keep your roof cool in the summer

When your roof is really hot, it warms up the rest of your home. Turning up your air conditioning won’t resolve the issue, but here are some things that will:
  • Update your attic insulation: Your attic insulation helps ...
Tips for making your roof last longer

Tips for making your roof last longer

This may surprise you, but there are actually things you can do to make your roof last longer. Here are some tips for making your roof last longer:
  • Clean your gutters regularly: Cleaning your gutters is important because ...
Try not to walk on your roof unless necessary

Try not to walk on your roof unless necessary

Walking on your roof is dangerous as it is due to the risk of falling off, but it can also cause damage to your roof. Walking on your roof can cause shingles to dislodge, break, and/or fall off. There ...
Consequences of not replacing your roof

Consequences of not replacing your roof

Your roof protects your home from damage so it’s important that you take care of it. If your roof needs to be replaced, it is vital that you do so right away. If you don’t replace your roof right ...
Roof trusses

Roof trusses

Roof trusses are roof frameworks that are carefully constructed to give your house structural and aesthetic benefits. Roof trusses are typically made from wood or steel or sometimes both. Unlike rafters, roof trusses are digitally designed and factory assembled ...
Common causes of roof damage

Common causes of roof damage

There are many causes of roof damage and knowing some of the most common ones can help you to prepare for them and prevent them. Here’s a list of the most common causes of roof damage:
Roof colors that add monetary value to your home

Roof colors that add monetary value to your home

Did you know that certain roof colors can add monetary value to your home? Roof colors that are neutral tend to add some value to your home compared to other colors. Black, brown, and gray are the best because ...
Tips for making your old roof look new

Tips for making your old roof look new

Spring is here and your old new roof could use some freshening up. Here are some tips for making your old roof look new:
  • Install new gutters: Old, sagging gutters make your roof look unappealing. The good news ...
Roof coatings

Roof coatings

Roof coatings add a protective layer to your roof that protects your roof from harsh elements. Not all roofs need a coating. It depends on the material of the roof. Roof coatings are mostly for metal and slate roofs ...
Ways to extend your roof's life

Ways to extend your roof’s life

Roof’s tend to last 20-30 years, but there are some things you can do to extend your roof’s life:
  • Clean your gutters regularly: Your glutters can get clogged from leaves and debris from time to time which blocks ...
Get annual roof inspections

Get annual roof inspections

Roof inspections are important to get in order to make sure there isn’t anything wrong with your roof. Roof inspections are good to get in spring because your roof tends to get the most damage during the winter. You ...