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Architect tips for specifying composite roofing tiles on historical projects
By DaVinci Roofscapes. Get authenticity and performance with DaVinci composite roofing. Crumbling slate on a 100-year-old school. Hail-pocked cedar shakes on historical churches. Fixing wrongly placed asphalt on an old county courthouse. If you’re in the position of selecting roofing for a historical project, you’re among the growing number of architects discovering ...
Comparing metal roofing and asphalt shingles for long-term value
By Mountaintop Metal Rooftop. Understanding performance differences helps homeowners make smarter roofing decisions. Replacing a roof is one of the most important investments a homeowner can make, with long-term impacts on durability, energy performance and overall property value. Among the most common comparisons homeowners face is metal roofing versus asphalt ...
An industry expert explains your roofing options
By Viotell Metal Concepts. Location, climate and material performance are all factors that should inform your roofing decisions. Choosing the right roofing material is one of the most important decisions a homeowner can make, especially in climates that experience extreme heat, heavy snow and rapid temperature changes. Here at Viotell ...
Roofing made simple
By Emma Peterson. The AskARoofer Minisodes break down key topics like fire-resistant metal, curb appeal and coatings into bite-sized podcast episodes. Curious about how the roof above your head works? Or maybe needing to get a new roof and not sure what you’re looking for? A great place to start ...
For the love of history
By DaVinci Roofscapes. With these homes, we don't need a time machine to visit the past! Happy sestercentennial, America! 2026 is the 250th anniversary of the United States, and if you love history, this is a year to celebrate. More importantly, if you love giving historic homes and buildings a ...
How roofers and the design community thrive with Rocky Mountain Snow Guards’ free layout and quote service
By Rocky Mountain Snow Guards. Building success, one roof at a time. When it comes to specifying and placing snow retention systems, precision and expertise are non-negotiable — especially in climates where snow is a persistent threat. Architects and designers, just like roofing contractors, can streamline their workflow and maximize project safety ...
Combine strength and natural aesthetics for the perfect roof
By Jenny Yu. Give your home a calm, durable and timeless feel with IKO's trending shingle colors. Do you love the outdoors? Well, now you can make your home blend into the natural world with IKO Industries’ trending shingle colors. Their nature-inspired offerings reflect a shift in homeowner taste ...
Metal roofing delivers winter protection
By Jesse Sanchez. Durable metal systems help homeowners manage moisture, energy performance and long-term winter protection. As winter approaches, homeowners increasingly evaluate roofing upgrades that deliver reliability during heavy rain, wind and cold. Fields Roof Service works with local property owners seeking long-term protection that performs through seasonal stress. Metal ...
Top January articles: Expert answers and insights
By Emma Peterson. From expert Q&As to snow retention essentials, here are the top five AskARoofer articles for January 2026. Whether you are shopping for a new roof, looking to get repairs on an existing roof or just wanting to increase your knowledge, AskARoofer is the place to be. We ...
Protecting your roof from hail damage
By Fields Roof Service. Roof condition, materials and hail size all affect how well a roof performs. Hailstorms can leave homeowners questioning whether their roof held up or suffered hidden damage. Even brief storms can impact roofing systems in different ways depending on hail size, wind speed and roofing materials. ...
