Some roof components are not as visible as the asphalt shingles, but this doesn’t make them any less important. Take the underlayment, for example. It refers to the thin waterproofing material installed between the deck and the shingles, providing the system with additional protection against water or moisture infiltration. When picking an underlayment for your…
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Your asphalt shingle roof is designed to head off many types of weather damage, including those caused by high wind speeds. But just how effectively your roof system can withstand wind damage is dependent on a few important factors.…
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Animal infestation poses serious threats to your roof and, if left unnoticed, to your entire home. Even by simply walking over your roof shingles, squirrels, raccoons and other critters contribute to the slow erosion of the granular surface of these materials. As a result, this problem will shorten your roof’s lifespan and put your home’s…
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Asking detailed roofing questions to the seller is the most effective way to check whether or not a home is worth buying. This is because a roof’s condition can either make or break a property’s aesthetics, performance and value. …
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It is important to thoroughly vet your contractor to ensure the success of your roofing project. And to do just that, you need to know the right questions to ask during your initial consultation with them. Luckily for you, we’ve compiled this list of essential questions to ask a roofer. …
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There are many reasons why roof-related claims are denied by insurance companies, but they all have something to do with the specifics of the insurance policy. Here are five possible reasons your roof claim can be denied. …
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