Early planning and meticulous budgeting are vital to the success of any roofing project. In addition to researching project basics (like the type of roofing material best suited to your area’s climate), it’s important to research common planning mistakes that could end up costing you in the long run. Here are some of the common [...]
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While choosing a color for your new asphalt roof is mostly a matter of design preference, there are a few practical considerations you need to take into account as well. The Great American Roofing Company lists some of the other factors you need to consider below:
You should always vet a roofing contractor before hiring them. In addition to the minimum qualifications for contractors (e.g., a state license as well as workers’ and general liability insurance), homeowners should have at least a basic understanding of the different ways contractors with a less-than-stellar record cut corners. Here’s an overview of how some roofers cut [...]
Flat roofs are notoriously leak-prone. That’s why, as a general rule, they should be inspected at least twice a year. Through routine inspections, commercial roofers can detect the warning signs of damage and fix roofing issues before roofing damage affects other parts of your building. The sooner a roof leak is found and fixed, the better. In [...]