Roofing materials such as asphalt shingles require routine replacement over the years, which is why they’re typically called “temporary” roofs. To avoid making routine replacements, some homeowners want to upgrade to a better roofing material. If you’re wondering about the best time of year for roof replacement in North Carolina,...
Some roofing materials can withstand the elements better than others. Protection from the elements is something you should think about whenever you install a roof. With metal roofing being one of the strongest options on the market, it’s understandable for many to wonder how this material handles exceptionally windy weather....
When it comes to finding the right set of shingles for your home, it’s important to be mindful of how much they weigh. Don’t worry—as you’ll see from the guide below, figuring out the right weight is more about looking at the material of the shingle rather than weighing each...
The aesthetics of your home can be very personal and emotional. Very rarely will someone do something to their home’s exterior that they do not believe will maintain or enhance their home’s beauty. So, let's talk about how the right roof can enhance your home's curb appeal. Roof as Design Element It’s...
Congratulations! You've found your way to metal roofing. Having decided upon a metal roof for the protection of your North Carolina home, it's now time to look at style and design options. Metal Roof Style One of the beauties of metal roofing is the wide variety of panel profiles (styles) which are...
Keeping your North Carolina home clean and beautiful can start at the top, with metal roofing from McCarthy Metal Roofing. Debris from Trees: Wash it Away The PVDF coatings used on quality metal roofs (like ours) consist of a very tight molecular bond that encourages dirt to wash off of the roof....
When you begin researching different roofing materials, you will discover that roofs can be very heavy or they can be very low weight. The difference can be like parking three fully loaded dump trucks on top of your home, or half of a Mini Cooper.Depending upon the type of material...