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A roof that resembles a horse saddle is the stuff of nightmares for many homeowners. It is one of the most serious issues a residential roof may encounter over the course of its lifetime and, needless to say, should be taken care of as soon as it’s noticed. If you’re dealing with a sagging roof, all is not lost. Depending on the severity of the problem, there might still be ways to save it if you know who to call.
[Read more…]We’ve said it once, and we’ll say it again: your roofing system is only as good as the installers behind it. You don’t think it can happen to you, but many homeowners actually fall victim to questionable roofers who do an installation job poorly – whether by accident or as a way to cut corners. If you suspect that your roof was improperly installed, here are three ways to know for sure.
[Read more…]Asphalt shingle roofs can last up to 20 to 25 years depending on how well-maintained and inspected they are while cedar roofs can last over three decades. Most roofing systems are built to last, and they are resilient and durable. But as time goes by so do the effects of wear and tear, resulting in eventual structural deterioration. And when this time comes, do you have your roof repaired or replaced?
Asphalt roofing shingles are by far the most common residential roofing material in use today. In fact, it is estimated that four out of every five North American homes are protected by an asphalt shingle roof. But as great as they are, asphalt shingles do come with their own set of issues, and two of the most common are cracking and splitting. While they may sound like the same thing, they are actually not.
If you are one of the countless homeowners that own an asphalt shingle roof, there is a pretty good chance that you will experience having shingles get blown off in the wind (that’s if you haven’t already). While shingle “blow off” is indeed a common occurrence and isn’t really a cause for major concern, it isn’t something that should be ignored either.
