Roofing 101
How to Band Together With Your Insurance Adjuster to Fix Your Roof
By DaVinci Roofscapes. 10 tips to building a beneficial relationship with your insurance adjuster and making the process go smoothly. There is no such thing as a risk-free home. Severe weather can strike your home at any time. From hailstorms to strong winds, some freak weather accident can always ...
4 Reasons You Should Have a Professional Repairing Your Roof
By Evelyn Witterholt. Before taking on a DIY project, consider these four reasons why a roofing repair professional might be a better fit for the job. So you’re looking at your roof, you can see what repairs need to be made and you think to yourself, “I can do that ...
Which Roofing Materials are Best for Western U.S. Roofs?
By Quarrix. How to decide which roof materials can handle the heat and moisture the Western U.S. faces. The Western United States has a lot to offer for those who like the outdoors. You can spend the day at the warm beach or go for a lovely hike in the ...
Asphalt Emulsion, Acrylic or Silicone: Which Roof Coating is Best?
By Western Colloid. How to determine which roof coating is right for you. Roof coatings are one of the best ways to get the most out of your roofing investment. The application is quick and non-disruptive and building codes typically don’t apply to coatings. Using a roof coating is essential ...
5 Important Things to Know Before a Roof Remodel
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Key considerations to make before your next roof remodeling project. A roof remodel can add both value and curb appeal to your home. Before moving forward with a roof remodeling project, there are a few important factors you’ll want to consider to ensure ...
Which Materials are Best for Southeast Roofs?
By Quarrix. What to consider when choosing materials for a Southeastern roofing project. People who live in the Southeastern U.S. know how great the weather can be. The climate is warm and there’s plenty of sunny days throughout the year. But there are disadvantages. Extreme heat, natural disasters and pests ...
Preparing to Purchase Your New Roof
By Malarkey Roofing Products. Make a wise investment in your roof by giving yourself ample to time to research your financing options. When preparing for a new roof, deciding on the right time and budget can be difficult as many factors may need to be considered. The biggest qualm ...
Chimney Tuckpointing: Do’s and Don’ts for Selecting Mortar
By Cass Jacoby. Choosing the right caulk for tuckpointing will deliver unmatched results on your home. While the bricks in a chimney can last for decades, mortar has a shorter lifespan. The mortar can deteriorate over time due to harsh conditions or weather, but the bricks themselves can still be ...
5 Questions to Ask Yourself to Find the Perfect Exterior Color Scheme
By Kate Smith for DaVinci Roofscapes. Your home is telling you the best exterior colors to use. Are you listening? People often lament that choosing exterior colors is so much more complicated than picking colors for an interior, when just the opposite is true. When selecting interior colors, there ...
How to Pick the Perfect Stain Color
By Charis Babcock, Sashco. Your guide to finding the log stain that’s right for your home. Deciding what color your home should be is not an easy choice to make. It can be lovely at times to envision your perfect home, but when you must decide on the little ...
