When Disaster Strikes
The Roofing System That is Built to Resist Heat
By Robin Anderson, Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions. Learn how Unified Steel Stone Coated Roofing is proven to provide ignition resistance to homes. Over the past few years, wildfires have become more devastatingly destructive. Because of this, homeowners and roofing industry professionals have been seeking more ignition-resistant construction materials. The roof ...
Homeowner’s Guide to Protecting Your Home During Fire Season
By Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions. If you live in areas prone to wildfire, here are some things you must know about protecting your house and family. Homeowners who live in areas susceptible to wildfires know that protecting their family and their homes is a top priority. If you are looking ...
How to Prepare as Hurricane Season Strikes
By All Points Tile and Slate. In hurricane prone states, it is important to consider measures that can be taken to reinforce your roof and protect against potential damage. Hurricane season is upon us, and it’s already proving to be dangerous and destructive as storms make landfall. Roofs that are ...
How to Mitigate Damages When Disasters are Unavoidable
What to do when your roof is damaged by hail, fire, windstorms and other natural disasters. Hurricanes, wildfires, derechos, oh my! Natural disasters continue to devastate the United States, not only affecting the land, but also our homes and our roofs. So what should you do when disaster strikes? A damaged or ...
5 Ways to Protect and Reinforce Windows This Hurricane Season
By RPS Metal Roofing and Siding, Inc. Whether you’re in an area susceptible to hurricanes or just experiencing heavy storms, windows are incredibly important to ensure they have added protection. When it comes to hurricane season, it is more than just a home’s roof that needs protection. Windows are particularly ...
Fire-resistant Roofing: What Homeowners Need to Know About Wildfire Prevention
By Adam Cabrera. Knowing whether your home is in a Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) zone is crucial for selecting appropriate fire-resistant roofing. Wildfires pose a severe threat to homes, especially those situated near wilderness areas. The AskARoofer Podcast recently hosted Robin Anderson from Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions to discuss fire prevention ...
Reinforce Your Knowledge to Ensure Protection Against the Elements
By Royalty Companies. If you live in an area susceptible to hurricanes or other extreme weather, it is important to understand which roofing materials will best protect your home. While there is no guarantee to protect your home against extreme weather events, understanding the role of roofing materials can help ...
What do I do When Hail Damages my Roof?
By DaVinci Roofscapes. Experienced roofer Erika Smith shares insight on what homeowners can do when hail damages their roof. It takes only 10 minutes. A fast, unexpected hail storm pounds down hard. Suddenly you’re left with a pock-marked roof and months of headaches. It’s okay. We’ve got insightful tips from an experienced ...
Pro Tips for Home Storm Proofing and Fire Prevention
By Adam Cabrera. Contacting a professional after your home is damaged will lead to a precise damage assessment. As storm and fire seasons get longer and more frequent, homeowners face the recurring anxiety of keeping their homes safe. In a recent episode of the AskARoofer podcast, industry leaders Wendy ...
5 Tips to Protecting Your Home Against Storm Damage
By Anna Lockhart. Are you prepared for a tropical storm or hurricane? Here are some key tips to preparing your home or business for an oncoming storm to help prevent property damage. As Storm Hilary made landfall along the California coast over the weekend and the Gulf of ...
