By John Kenney. It’s important to know what you’re dealing with when it comes to renovating or installing a steep-slope roof. This article covers the basic terms home and building owners may want to familiarize themselves with in preparation for working with a steep-slope roof. Editor’s note: ...
By Guardian Roofing and Gutters. Don’t let the elements outside affect your comfort inside! Roofing, insulation and ventilation are the trifecta for ensuring a temperate indoor environment. We may be past Labor Day, but summer is still here for a few weeks, and temperatures continue to fluctuate. It can be ...
By LP Building Solutions. Here’s what every first-time homeowner must know about maintaining or replacing their siding. There are many stressful elements when it comes to buying a home. Figuring out your budget or keeping track of your paperwork can be stressful enough as it is. Not to mention you ...
By Western Colloid. Here’s everything you need to know about roof coating system approvals, ratings, standards and building codes. Have you ever seen an acronym or number on a roofing product and wondered what they all mean? These often indicate that the product is regulated and approved by various industry ...
By RPS Metal Roofing and Siding, Inc. Learn the difference between a drip edge and a gutter apron to choose the best option during a roof installation. The roof acts as the main protection against the elements, but it is thanks to essential components like gutter aprons and drip edges ...
By National Slate Association. In use for over 400 years in North America, slate has gained quite a reputation in the roofing industry. See what myths can be debunked. When roofing material has been around for as long as slate has been, it comes as no surprise that there are ...
By Anna Lockhart. You might want to know the price differences between traditional asphalt shingles and metal roofing. What is the difference and why does it matter? “What are the costs of metal and shingle roofing?” This is a commonly asked question that many contractors get from homeowners. ...
By Evelyn Witterholt. Learn all about what it costs to replace a roof and how to potentially save money by restoring it. Deciding if you should get your building’s roof repaired or replaced can be tricky, especially if you don’t know how much it could cost you. That’s why Everroof ...
By Lori Jerome, PABCO® Roofing Products. Neutral colors, like Antique Black, Pewter Gray and Weathered Wood, are popular due to their versatility, especially for homeowners intending to sell. When trying to find the best asphalt shingle color for your roof it can be hard to know where to get product ...
By PABCO. Knowing the details of how covered you are by your roof’s warranty can help you get the most out of it when the time comes. If you just got an asphalt roof, yours may have come with a warranty from your shingle manufacturer. But do you know what ...