If you are getting a reroof on your home or property, you are going to need a checklist of some of the items that need to be taken care of. You may think there’s nothing for you to do since you hired a professional roofing contractor — but as a homeowner, there are some action items you need to take before and after the roof installation is completed.
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“Roof replacement” sounds like a big and scary task that most homeowners want to avoid by any means. A reroof does take time and energy; but if you learn more about the process, you’ll discover that is not at all scary. Additionally, a roof replacement can spare you further risks and wasted money in the future.
We’ve compiled some of the frequent questions we get regarding roof replacements, and hopefully these will make you confident for when the time rolls around for a roof replacement in your area.
Continue reading “Roof Replacement FAQ’s”Homeowners often wonder how often a roof replacement is required. The simple answer is as often as needed. The complex answer requires a bit more information.
Continue reading “How Often Does A Roof Need To Be Replaced”In the last ten years, renewable energy has become a lot more accessible for everyday use than it used to be. If you care about the environment and want to invest in decreasing your bills gradually then applying some of the renewable energy sources in your household can be a great start.
There are many options but solar panels have proven to be the most convenient, depending on where you live of course. Solar panels can be used to provide you with electricity, heating or warm water. They do require initial investment but in the long run it pays off and it will be your way of paying back to mother nature.
The most common way of using solar panels is by installing them on your roof. So, the question is how does it affect your roof? Does it require any preparations? If you are planning to shift to solar panels then we’ve got some valuable information for you.
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Water will travel through the smallest gaps. If the gap is on your roof, water is going to get into your home. Once it’s inside, it’s going to continue its path downwards. Eventually, it will reach the wiring in your home. Can a leaky roof cause electrical problems? Yes, it can. And water and electricity don’t mix.
Continue reading “What Happens When Leaky Roofs Cause Electrical Problems”Imagine that there are two houses next door to each other in Los Angeles, California, and both are in need of roof repairs. One repair estimate comes back at $750, the other at $2750. Why are the costs so far apart? There are a lot of factors which go into a roof repair estimate, and altogether those components affect the total cost. Let’s dig into what factors impact the cost of a roof repair estimate.
Continue reading “Behind The Scenes Of Your Roof Repair Estimate”Roofing problems can come up anytime. Even if the problem itself is small, understanding the cause and the scope will take some time and effort. Unlike other household items, roofs are much more complicated, and 9 out of 10 times they require the help of professional contractors to repair damages.
Continue reading “How to Know Whether to Repair, Patch, or Replace Your Roof”Take a quick moment to step outside your house and look up at your roof. Wherever you see something penetrating the roof’s surface, like a pipe or skylight, there is a chance of leaks developing around the openings of that penetration. Flashing keeps those openings shut and waterproof. However, over time, flashing can fail and need to be repaired. Keep reading to understand more about what roof flashing is and how it can be repaired. Continue reading “What is Roof Flashing?”
By now you probably have read dozens of articles about roof replacement, the do’s and don’ts, and hundreds of tips and tricks. And you’ve definitely seen the average price of roof replacements that terrified you. The reality is roof replacements are expensive, but there is a reason for that. Roof replacement takes a lot of work plus materials required, and the working conditions add to the price. So, naturally you might start wondering whether you can do the replacement on your own.
Continue reading “DIY vs. Professional Roof Replacement”“Can I deduct the cost of a roof repair on this year’s taxes?” We hear this question often. Understanding roof repairs and tax deductions is something every homeowner needs to know.
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