Across the United States, the most common type of roofing material is asphalt shingles, by a large margin. That said, asphalt shingles aren’t the only option on the market. There are concrete and clay tiles, metal roofing, shake roofing, slate roofing and an enormous variety of synthetic roofing products—but most people eventually choose asphalt shingles. […]
Trees are a beautiful and necessary part of the environment, but they can also wreak havoc on your roof. Even if you’re diligent about pruning and taking care of the trees on your property, they can still cause a lot of damage if you’re not keeping a close eye on your roof. Here are the […]
When you want to install something on your shingle roof, it’s important that you get the job done right. While you can attach items to your shingle roof, it doesn’t necessarily mean you should. Most manufacturers don’t tell you that nailing security cameras or decorative objects into your roof can add stress and weaken your […]
Your roof is your home’s first line of defense against the weather, pests and other outside forces, so keeping it in top shape is crucial. Regular maintenance and repair should be at the top of your to-do list, because when there’s a problem with your roof, other problems can quickly snowball out of control. In […]
Unless you have experience with roofing, many people don’t realize that there’s a layer of material between your roof deck (which is usually plywood) and the roofing material itself, called the underlayment, and which type you choose can affect how well your home is protected from the elements. The underlayment helps keep water and moisture […]