Roofing 101
3 Pointers to Help Get the HOA to Grant Your Roof Approval
By DaVinci Roofscapes. How to navigate your HOA guidelines so you can get a new roof quickly and easily. If you live in a suburb or community, chances are you will need the Homeowners Association (HOA) to approve your new roof. Your HOA aims to enhance and preserve your community's ...
Your Silicone Questions Answered
By Sashco. Will your new caulk stick to silicone? How do you know if you need to re-caulk or remove silicone? Your caulk won’t stick to silicone, in fact nothing sticks to silicone. Silicone doesn’t even stick to itself. That’s the short answer to at least one of your ...
What’s the Best Roof Material for My Home?
By Guardian Home Services. Understanding pros and cons of the different roofing materials available will help you make the right choice for your home. There are many options available to reroof your house, which can make choosing the right roof material feel overwhelming. Follow the guide below to decide ...
How to Prevent the Dubious Freeze-Thaw Cycle
By Colin Sheehan. What homeowners and building owners need to know to mitigate the risk of roof collapse in below-freezing and heavy-snow conditions. As heavy winter storms continue to sweep through a substantial portion of the country, homeowners and building owners alike are increasingly worried about the damage these ...
Roofing Industry Experiencing Price Increases
By Heidi J. Ellsworth, RCS Partner. COVID-19 continues to have long-term effect on economics of the roofing industry. Since the start of COVID-19 in the spring of 2020, the roofing industry has been affected on several fronts including building material price increases. Roofing companies are seeing increases around the country ...
To Attach or Not to Attach, That is the Question?
By IKO. Learn what you should and should not attach to your roof, and when to call a roofing professional. Security cameras, flower baskets and holiday decorations are all common accessories you may want to attach to your roof. These items sometimes require special materials or should only be attached ...
Caulking Tips: Keys to Success
By Sashco. Why use caulk? What is its purpose? We've got some caulking tips for you! Caulk is made to seal out water, air, dust, pollution, insects and noise. Caulk can also simply dress up or give a finished look an otherwise rough-appearing joint. Most normal latex caulks will crack ...
The Must-knows of Material Warranties for Residential Properties
By Mark Franciosi, GCP Applied Technologies. Don’t let your warranties get pushed to the bottom of the list. Warranties often consist of overwhelming, long and difficult to read documents. However, they also provide peace of mind and are important reassurances in case something goes wrong in ...
Guide to Drip Edges for Shingle Roofs
By IKO. What’s the purpose of roof drip edges? Drip edges are metal sheets, usually shaped like an “L,” installed at the edge of the roof. Also called drip edge flashing or D-metal, they serve a vital function by directing water away from the fascia and into the gutter. Without a drip ...
How to Spot Costly Roof Repairs Before You Buy
By Bob McCrickard, repurposed by RoofersCoffeeShop®. What questions to ask and what to look for when purchasing a home. Editor's note: While Bob may no longer be with us, he continues to share his roofing knowledge with homeowners and contractors alike. Enjoy one of Bob's original articles below. Is your roof in good ...
