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• Home Styles And Roofing Choices: What To Know

  2 May 2023

  The architectural style of your home should be considered when it's time for a new roof. Choosing the right roofing for your home can be a big decision, as it can greatly impact the overall look and feel of your home. Below are some roofing suggestions for various architectural styles of homes. Colonial: For a traditional colonial-style home, a classic shingle roof is a great choice. Consider using a neutral color, such as gray or beige, to complement the home's classic look.

• How A Residential Roofing Contractor Might Prepare A Quote And Contract For Your New Roof

  26 April 2023

  When you're ready to get a new roof, call a residential roofing contractor to give you an estimate and answer your questions. If you agree with the estimate, the roofer will write up a contract and explain the roof replacement process in detail. By the time you've signed the contract, you should feel comfortable that you know everything you need to know before work starts on your roof. Here's what the residential roofing contractor might do when preparing your quote and contract.

• Why Choose Fiberglass Asphalt Shingles Over Organic Shingles?

  20 April 2023

  If you've decided to install an asphalt shingle roof, then you have to choose whether to use fiberglass or organic products. Both of these shingles share some manufacturing characteristics. For instance, they have an asphalt coating on top of a base layer. However, their base layers are different. Fiberglass shingles have a glass fiber base while organic shingles use wood pulp or waste paper. In many cases, fiberglass shingles are a better choice.

• Understanding, Preventing, And Repairing Bird Damage On A Residential Roof

  11 April 2023

  Although birdsong is a pleasant part of any neighborhood, bird damage on your roof isn't pleasant. Spotting, repairing, and preventing damage is imperative.  Dropping Damage  Bird droppings aren't just unattractive on the roof, the droppings are highly acidic so they can slowly eat through shingles and other roofing materials. A few droppings from birds passing by aren't a concern, as residential asphalt shingles are quite durable. Problems occur when birds nest on the roof or if larger flocks choose your roof for their daily perch.

• Investing In Quality: The Many Positives Of Choosing A Residential Roof Replacement

  6 April 2023

  Your house is one of the largest investments you will ever make in your lifetime, and it's essential to protect that investment with a high-quality roof. Over time, the elements can and will take a toll on your roof, leading to leaks, damage, and wear and tear that cannot be patched over any longer. When this happens, it's important to consider a residential roof replacement and not put it off for too long.