Your roof insulation can save you money and keep your house cooler and protected.
Have you check your roof insulation you could be losing money if you dont. Damage caused by high winds and or roof leaks can damage the insulation in your home. At the technical level, R-value is a measure of resistance to heat flow through a given thickness of material. The higher the R-value, the greater that resistance. Increased R-value is a better insulation which prevents your HVAC systems from overworking. This...
Hiring a licensed roofer is a very wise choice.
Sooner or later you will need a roof repair, or a roof replaced, so you may be looking for a cheap deal. There are many unlicensed roofers that can offer cheap work. However, paying less for your roof doesn’t mean you’re getting a great deal in the end. Here are some reasons why hiring a licensed roofer is the only wise choice. A licensed roofer carries insurance that protects the property owner. Should someone wreck your...
Does your commercial need repair?
The most common types of commercial roofs are membrane or built up roofs (BUR). Each has telltale signs of aging and damage that you should watch out for. Prevent serious roof failure and watch for these signs that you will need commercial roof repair. If you have a built-up roof, look for any areas where the gravel has exposed the tar paper below. This can lead to increased decay and potential leaks. Because leaks are...
Having clean gutters are very important especially in central Florida
Many Central Florida homeowners may wonder how necessary it really is to clean their gutters. Many sources of debris will clog your gutters and prevent water from passing safely down the gutter system where it can be then dispersed into the lawn below. Gutters being clogged with leaves, small branches and roof shingle granules can mean water is suspended over the roof where it can cause roof leaks or even bug infestations. During...
You need to get your roof ready for the hot long summer months ahead
Well you know that in Central Florida we may not experience the harsh winters that so many others do in the Northern States, but we who have lived in the tropical state of Florida realize that there indeed is a tradeoff. Once Spring is over, which seems sometimes to be by April, the heat returns, and we begin to prepare for the long, hot summer months. Our roofs take on not only extreme heat, but heavy winds and rain for months...
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