When you replace your roof, make sure you get a complete roofing system. Asphalt shingles are of utmost importance, but secondary components, such as starter shingles, underlayments and intake and exhaust vents, matter just the same. If you forgo at least one of these accessories or choose to use products from different manufacturers, here are the risks you could face:
3 Ways New Roofs Benefit from Preventive Maintenance
Maintenance isn’t something you think about when you have a fairly new roof, but you should. Its importance heightens if your home has been in existence for several decades. One leak can do tremendous damage to old ceilings, walls and floors. [Read more…]
Tips on How to Prepare for Your Condominium Roofing Project
When tackling roofing projects, strata housing communities present unique challenges. They often lack adequate space to load supplies on, are too close to the streets and pose inconvenience to dozens of families. As a property manager, it’s in your company’s best interests to get through the roof inspection, repair or replacement with little stress. Botched work can lead to further disruption and even accidents resulting in property damage and injury.
Not Just the Elements: 5 Factors That Affect Roof Life
Everyone knows that Nature is a roof’s greatest enemy, with time a close second. While all roofs take a regular beating from the elements and age over the years, some outlast others. [Read more…]
Why GAF’s Timberline® Asphalt Shingles Beat Wood Shakes
GAF’s Timberline® architectural roofing shingles are what traditional wood shakes and shingles were over 125 years ago: ubiquitous. However, asphalt shingle technology was invented and advanced, and the rest is history. Today, GAF’s marquee offering is North America’s best-selling roofing product. Although wood is still on the roofing market, they’re no longer as popular after meeting their match. [Read more…]