Roofing 101
Is this your first slate roof? Here are 10 things you should know!
By The Durable Slate Company. A new slate roof can be complex and costly, but the benefits, which include longevity and aesthetic appeal, are often well worth it. Installing any new roof on your home is a big investment, but a slate roof brings unique challenges and considerations. It ...
Top May Articles: Avoiding scams, blue roofs, roofing contractor insights
By Evelyn Witterholt. Here’s what’s been trending in the AskARoofer™ newsroom for the month of May. When a homeowner needs a roof repair, the last thing they need is to get scammed in the process. We often hear from many homeowners who did get scammed about their experience and we ...
Saving some green with solar
By J&K Roofing. Learn how solar panels can save energy, helping both you and the environment! Across the country, there has been a rise in solar roofing technology because of its positive effect on your energy costs and carbon footprint. These panels are installed on top of your existing roof ...
Why caring for your roof matters
By Division 7 Roofing. Understand how comprehensive roof maintenance is crucial for commercial properties. It's common for people to focus on interior enhancements, yet a strong roof is fundamental to a commercial property’s longevity. Regular roof inspections and maintenance are necessary to prevent potential leaks and structural damage, allowing businesses ...
Wanting to buy a home? Read these 5 roofing tips!
By Royalty Roofing. When buying a home, it’s important to make sure that the roof is in good condition. Here are five ways you can learn more about your roof’s longevity. Purchasing a home is a huge moment in people’s lives, what with the amount of emotional and fiscal ...
Roof coatings 101
By Anna Lockhart. Looking to use roof coatings on your building’s roof or questioning if it’s time to replace your existing roof coatings? Roofing expert Bill Baley shares his expert advice. In a recent episode of the AskARoofer Podcast, hosts Lauren White and Megan Ellsworth sat down with ...
Tipping your hat to those on the roof
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the tipping culture in the industry and how you can show your appreciation for the hard work roofers do. In this AskA Roofer Podcast, Charles Antis of Antis Roofing and Waterproofing and Wendy Marvin of Matrix Home Solutions stopped by to talk to hosts Megan ...
The power of a multi-talented contractor
By Emma Peterson. Learn why finding a contractor that does more than one type of project is beneficial to homeowners. In this AskARoofer podcast episode, host Megan Ellsworth got to sit down with the Kruse Brothers, Randy and Steve, from LP Building Solutions and homeowner Alice Reynolds to discuss how ...
Why contracting and financing are a match made in heaven
By Fields Roof Service. Learn five benefits of working with a contractor that also offers financing options! Finances are a serious and often heavy topic, especially with projects as large as roof replacements. A new roof is an expensive step and the financial considerations that come with it can be ...
Spot the signs: 5 red flags from your roof
By KARNAK Corp. Avoid extra damages and danger by knowing what to look out for on the roof. No matter what type of building, residential or commercial, steep-slope or low-slope, the roof is one of the key structural components. Beyond the outright protection it offers from the elements and environment, ...
