What To Expect From Your Roofing Contractor
If you’re a home or commercial property owner and need a roof repair or replacement, you may not be sure where to start. Repairing or replacing your roof is not something that is done regularly, so it’s really important to have a good idea of what you can expect from the entire process to help you find a reliable and…
Roof Maintenance – Why You Should Care About Your Roof
Common sense and basic instinct will tell you that a roof is an essential part of your home’s structure. When you understand the consequences of a badly maintained roof, then you will better understand why you should invest in roof maintenance. The Importance Of A Roof A roof provides multiple functions, all of which are centered around protection. Each element…
Are Tile Roofs Energy-Efficient?
One of the greatest expenses that South Florida homeowners face is their monthly electric bill. Knowing how you can make your home more energy-efficient is one of the easiest ways to save some money each month. A main contributing factor to your electric bill is the use of air conditioning. When it’s hot outside your AC unit will have to work…
Best Roofing Materials To Use In South Florida
Whether you have a permanent residence or a holiday home in South Florida, you should be well acquainted with its unpredictable tropical climate. The rainy season that runs from May through October can bring powerful rains and hurricanes, particularly during hurricane season which starts in June. With all that being said, the quality of roofing materials should be on the…
How To Deal With A Roofing Insurance Claim
The most readily available information about roofing is how to install it, increase its longevity, or how to repair it. But what process do you follow on the administrative side when something goes wrong? We don’t think about this until it’s too late, but it is important to know how roofing insurance claims are handled and what should you do. This…
The Lifespan Of Different Types Of Roofs
Roofs are part of all of our lives, but most of us don’t think about them that often. They perform important functions though; perhaps we should give them more thought. For example, you may need to install a new roof or repair an existing one. You may be in the process of buying a new house. Have you given any consideration…
The Black And White Of Cool Roofing
As the world and technology changes, we find ourselves re-evaluating things that we’ve been comfortable with for a long time. Take our roofs for example, for a long time most of us have just accepted that they are there to keep us dry and sheltered from the wind and sun. The truth is that the roofing industry has improved greatly over…
Flat Roof Repair: The Most Common Issues
A flat roof is exactly what the name suggests. It is a roof which is pitched at a low angle and is seen as almost level or “straight”. Flat roofs are extremely common on garages, commercial buildings, and home/patio extensions. They have their own sets of benefits and challenges compared to sloped roofs and it’s important to consider these and…
What To Expect During Your Concrete Tile Roof Repair
Concrete roof tiles are an extremely popular roofing choice. They should, however, always be installed and maintained by qualified roofing professionals to decrease the need for repair. No matter how well you install and maintain your roof, repairs are an inevitable part of owning a home or commercial building. It is therefore important that you use qualified roofing professionals to…
What Causes A Leaking Skylight
A skylight can be a wonderful thing, however when they begin to leak, they can become very frustrating when you can’t figure out why! Here are some top tips to help you understand what causes a leaking skylight and how to fix it. Check Your Skylight This may seem very obvious but look to see if the area around the…
