Darker vs Lighter Roof Colors
Complementing Colors If the color of your home is light, then usually a lighter colored roof is the way to go. Conversely, a darker home is best paired with a darker roof. Picture a dark…
Which Type of Roof is Best for Your Home?
Common Roof Types Below are 7 roof types and how they fit different needs. Gable Roof A Gable roof is most likely what you picture when you think of the…
Ice and Water Barriers for Your Roof – What and Why
What is the Ice and Water Barrier? The ice and water barrier is a waterproof roof component that helps the roof succeed at keeping out moisture. It is tightly sealed around all of the nails…
Choosing a Roofing Contractor
Certification When choosing a roofing contractor, one of the first and most important things you should do is ensure that they are certified. Only 1% of all roofing contractors earn the CertainTeed ShingleMaster certification. CertainTeed…
How To Check Your Attic Ventilation
Steps Turn off your fans or AC unit. Make sure to power off everything so that you can make sure you’re properly assessing your ventilation system. Close all your windows. You’re testing how the ventilation…
Holiday Roof Decorating Tips
Avoid staples Not everyone knows that it’s best to avoid staples when placing decorations on your roof! Staples can damage your roof and siding and lead to needing costly repairs down the line. Additionally, you…
What to Expect During a Roof Inspection
Interior Check One of the first things a roofer will do is the interior check. They will come in and inspect the attic areas and ceilings of your home. The inspector is looking for any…
Homeowners’ Guide to Preventing Roof Damage
Clean Your Gutters Your gutters are the catch-all for all runoff from your roof. Gutters help to regulate where the runoff from your roof goes. Without gutters, your flower beds could become a muddy mess…
How Financing Your Roofing Project Will Help You in the Long Run
Safe and Reliable Since we do all of our financing options through an accredited lender, you can have peace of mind. EnerBankUSA is a trusted home improvement lender that is a member of the Federal…
