Identifying Asphalt Shingle Defects
Identifying Asphalt Shingle Defects Juan Jimenez August 28th, 2023 Home MaintenanceRoofing Whether you have a new roof or an aging roof, regular inspections and maintenance extend its life. Plus, a…
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Exposed Roof Nails – How They Impact Your New Roof
Exposed Roof Nails – How They Impact Your New Roof Juan Jimenez August 10th, 2023 Home MaintenanceRoofing As a homeowner, you take pride in maintaining the safety and integrity of…
Slate Roof Guide – Pros, Cons, Costs and Lifespan
Slate Roof Guide - Pros, Cons, Costs and Lifespan If you're looking at homes in downtown Richmond, you'll inevitably notice the beautiful slate roof tiles. But, if you're more familiar…
Roll Roofing VS. Asphalt Shingles: Pros and Cons
Rolled Roofing VS. Asphalt Shingles: Pros and Cons Are you considering roll roofing vs. asphalt shingles? Maybe the low cost of roll roofing caught your attention, but you're not sure…
Single-Ply Roofing Membranes
Different Types of Single-Ply Roofing Membranes Low sloped roofs need different materials than steep roofs. For example, asphalt shingles on a low-sloped roof will leak. So, let's dive into single-ply…
What is Roof Flashing? – Code, Purpose, and Types
What is Roof Flashing? – Code, Purpose, and Types Flashing isn’t a word most people associate with roofs. Instead, most people think of police lights or Bourbon Street during Mardis…
What is Roofing Felt?
What is Roofing Felt? Juan Jimenez March 9th, 2023 Roofing When getting quotes for a new roof, there are many options to choose from. Material, color, and lifespan get a lot…
Can a Roof Have Two Layers of Shingles?
Can a Roof Have Two Layers of Shingles? Juan Jimenez January 26th, 2023 Home MaintenanceRoofing Yes, a roof can have two layers of shingles. However, when adding a second layer…
3-tab shingles vs. laminated shingles
3-Tab Shingles Vs. Laminated Shingles (Architectural) Juan Jimenez January 19th, 2023 Home GuidesRoofing Roof replacement is about as fun as visiting the dentist: expensive, time-consuming, and necessary for the long-term…
Top 5 Roofing Materials in Virginia
Top 5 Roofing Materials in Virginia Juan Jimenez October 18th, 2022 Home GuidesRoofing Replacing your roof sucks. It’s expensive, you don’t know which roofing contractor to call, and you don’t…
What is Kick Out Flashing?
Juan Jimenez April 6th, 2022 Roofing What is Kick-out Flashing? One of the most common questions we get from homebuyers, Realtors, and even roofers is "what is kick out flashing?"…
How to Clean Moss off Roof – The Right Way
How to Clean Moss off Your Roof- The Right Way The best way to clean moss growth off your roof surface is to softly broom brush looser moss, leaves, tree…
How to Fix Sagging Gutters – The Right Way
How to Fix Sagging Gutters-The Right Way A gutter system, aka rain gutters, is a super important home system. When it rains, your roof's large surface area collects a lot…
Should You Install an Attic Fan?
Should You Install an Attic Fan? No, you should never install an attic fan for any reason, under any circumstance. Whenever I lower myself out of the 150 degree attic,…
