Here's some information that will help you understand the "pitch" and "shape" of your roof.In 8th grade science, students learn the two rules of water are:Water always moves downhill Water always takes the path of least resistanceWater on a roof needs to be told where it is going. It needs clearly...
In order to make the right decision for your home, it is important to know some basic concepts and definitions--metal roof terminology.Here's a new feature on the blog to help explain some of the basic terminology associated with roofing. Part 1 provides labels for those easy to describe, but...
Has a storm damaged your roof? We have seen far too much bad weather in recent weeks and months. The disruption caused by these storms to families and finances is almost incomprehensible. We hope to provide helpful information to people who are unexpectedly having to re-roof their homes in North...
Roofing warranties are a very interesting subject. They are given great consideration whenever someone buys a roof yet as a contractor, we rarely see shingles last the length of their warranty, and we also very rarely see homeowners collect on warranties for their failed shingles. Increasingly, we hear from homeowners...
To understand why a metal roof is the best option for protecting your North Carolina home, we have to start with some basics. Let’s look at a key advantage of metal roofing vs. temporary roofing material (such as common asphalt shingles): a properly manufactured and installed metal roof is built...
Reflective metal roofing can reduce energy costs for our country. Some may think white in color roofs are the only option to gain the benefits of a reflective metal roof. The great news is that there are many options for color in metal roofing.Today’s metal roof choices often offer reflective...
Have you been in your attic lately? Chances are it was very hot.A hot attic in the summer makes your air conditioner work harder and can also indicate more dangerous conditions that could lead to mold and rot in your North Carolina attic. If you’re able, we suggest checking out your...