The first step you can take to ensure your gutters are prepared for autumn is to do a thorough cleaning of your gutters. While your gutters should be fairly clean if they were also cleaned…

Budget Budget is the number one factor for homeowners to consider when deciding whether or not to repair their roof or replace it. A roof repair is going to cost less, but only repairing could…

Helps keep gutters working properly The function of gutters is to remove the water away from your home. If the gutters are filled with debris, they can not function properly. With that being said, if…

Check for cracked or missing shingles A cracked or missing shingle can be the beginning of a much larger problem. Dirt and water can work their way into a crack or under the surrounding shingles.

Rising Temperatures Outside Affect Your Roof Did you know your attic can easily reach temperatures of over 150 degrees in the summer? That’s hot enough to boil water! The temperature of your attic is a…

Summer is here! While we’re excited to soak up the rays, your roof sure isn’t! The heat from the scorching summer sun can cause severe damage to your asphalt roof. The heat causes roofing materials…

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…

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…

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…

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…