When an extreme weather event causes extensive damage over a wide area, local businesses such as roofers, HVAC repairs, tree services and contractors can be overwhelmed with surge of work that needs to be started and finished as quickly as possible. This opens a window of opportunity for unscrupulous businesses, referred to as storm chasers,

One of the big mysteries when people buy a new home is the age of the existing roof. One way to find this information is to inquire about transferable warranties on either materials or workmanship, but you’re pretty much on your own if those documents aren’t available. At this point, it makes sense to assess

Residential roofs are often taken for granted starting with the first day after the installation, due in large part to some long-standing myths about maintenance, repairs and the way that roofing systems work. Unfortunately, following these myths can result in more frequent and costly repairs while also shortening the service life of the roof. These

Asphalt shingle roofs give a variety of signs when they are approaching the end of their service lives. Paying attention to these warning signs will allow you to take steps to either repair or replace the roof before the structure and/or its contents suffer serious damage. Here is what to look for when you are

While some do-it-yourselfers take on projects for the thrill of it, others go the DIY route to save money. In either case, a DIY roof Installation isn’t the answer for a variety of reasons. 1) The roof is kind of important – In fact, your roof is the only thing protecting your family and most