The Difference Between Wood Shakes & Shingles

Wood shakes and singles are a long time roofing favorite, typically made of red cedar, pine, cypress, and teak treated with chemicals and flame retardants to help minimize the risk of fire. They are also usually treated with pressure and certain preservatives that help with mold, decay, and insect problems. They are likely cut thicker … Read more

4 Reasons to Choose Stone-Coated Steel Roofing

Stone-coated steel roofing is vying for market space alongside clay, slate and shingles because it offers durability, beauty and a side of environmental friendliness for a relatively low cost. Below, we demonstrate just a few of the advantages of stone-coated steel roofing for your home. Cost The cost of stone-coated steel roofing is right in the middle … Read more

Keeping Your Roof and Gutters Clean

Gutters & Roof Repair: Why is it important to keep them clean & working The idea of a fun weekend usually does not include cleaning the gutters in your home, but it’s certainly an important task.  It can significantly reduce future costs in home repairs and improvements. The frequency of gutter cleaning needs depends on … Read more

Top 5 Reasons to Get Your Roof Replaced Now

Replacing a roof is often a task at the back of our minds. After all, unless you have a bucket in your kitchen catching water from an actual hole, it’s easy to forget the roof is there. We don’t notice it as we go about our daily lives because it’s always above our heads, and … Read more

Storm Damaged Roofs: What are the Risks?

Most of the time, storms are fun. You can curl up on the couch with a book and some hot chocolate, watching the lightning and rain through your windows. Every once in a while, though, it happens—a storm strong enough to damage your roof. It’s important to understand the risks associated with storm damage so … Read more