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Bite-sized basics: Learn from roofing experts
By Emma Peterson. Whether it’s the history behind your roof or how to prepare for a future storm, the AAR Minisodes have answers and ideas for you. If there is a roof above you, this podcast is meant for you! Our AskARoofer (AAR) Minisode series releases 10-minute or less podcasts twice a ...
How extreme weather impacts roofs and what preventative measures homeowners and building owners can take
AAR Expert John Kenney says that investing in inspection, reinforcement and the right materials protects your property and saves time and money in the long run. I've seen the widespread impact of extreme weather events on residential and commercial roofing systems. Whether it's heavy rain, snow accumulation, high winds or hailstorms, ...
A post-storm guide for assessing roof damage and navigating insurance claims
AAR Roof Expert John Kenney says taking the proper steps after a strom ensures that you’ll be well-equipped to address post-storm roofing issues quickly and efficiently. When severe storms strike, homeowners and commercial building owners worry about potential roof damage. High winds, hail and heavy rainfall can compromise roofing materials, potentially ...
Asbestos 101
By Emma Peterson. Learn how asbestos acts in your home and what you can do to test for its presence. With such a competitive housing market, many people who are looking to buy a home are often looking into older properties that might need a bit of TLC. Not only do these ...
Beware of Asbestos Before a Demo - PODCAST TRANSCRIPT
Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with John Kenney from Cotney Consulting Group . You can read the interview below or listen to the podcast. Intro: Welcome to the AskARoofer Podcast, where all your roofing questions find their answers. Your hosts, Megan Ellsworth and Lauren White, ...
Q&A - Who's right, the inspector or the insurance adjuster?
When this homeowner's fascia boards rotted out, they got mixed signals from the professionals who came out to look at the roof and asked for advice. Stephanie, a homeowner in Idaho, had both an inspector and an insurance claims adjustor come out to look at the roof and they gave different ...
Q&A - Will these roof tiles weather the same?
Despite his roofer's assurance, Keith is wondering why his new roof tiles do not match his dormer tiles. Keith, a homeowner in England, is concerned about why his new Sandtoft Double Roman Antique 2 roof tiles do not match his dormer tiles and asked: The roofer has used Sandtoft Double Roman Antique ...
Q&A – Mold mystery
This homeowner reached out to the AskARoofer experts to help them make sure their attic ventilation is set up properly. Paul, a homeowner from Pennsylvania, reached out having discovered black mold in their attic. They asked: I noticed I'm getting black mold on the sheathing in my attic. I have ridge vents, ...
Piecing together history through roofs
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the significance of the industry’s past and how it can help us understand the legacy we are all a part of today. This AskARoofer Podcast episode features Megan Ellsworth and Lauren White discussing the history of the roofing industry with the help of industry expert ...
Q&A – Do I keep or remove the whirly bird?
Before having changes made to their ventilation system, this homeowner wanted to double-check that their attic was still going to have proper ventilation. Tommie, a Louisiana homeowner was working on their attic vents and wanted to make sure their new system works as a standalone. This is what they asked: I have ...
