Commercial Roofing Maintenance Tips
Flat roofs need special attention and maintenance when compared to steeper slope roofing. Although all kinds of roofing need maintenance and inspection, there are certain things to consider while taking proper care of your flat roof. Let’s learn about some of the most important things to keep in mind. Regularly check roof drainage Although this […]
DIY Roofing Hazards
It may be incredibly tempting to try and replace the roof over your home by yourself. After all, it’s just a roof, how hard can it be? You may have even heard of “a friend of a friend” who replaced their roof and saved thousands! Of course, these stories could have substance. However, most of […]
Common Winter Roofing Problems
Common Winter Roofing Problems The winter weather we experience in New England can be very hard on residential and commercial roofing. A roof can experience a wide variety of problems that could lead to expensive repairs or roof replacement. Here are some of the most common Winter roofing problems to avoid. Ice dams These […]
Holiday Decoration Safety Tips
One of the best aspects of this time of year is driving by homes and seeing lights and decorations. This certainly is one of the simple joys of the holiday season, but the installation of these decorations isn’t as simple as their pleasing aesthetic. While you decorate, make sure these holiday decoration safety tips are […]
Six Questions to Ask Your Roofing Contractor
Before you allow anyone into your home, it’s critical to make sure they’re a reliable Connecticut roofing company. Here are the six questions to ask your roofing contractor. 1) Is your company licensed and insured? This is critical. You don’t want any company working on your home who doesn’t have the proper insurance and licensing […]
Do Metal Roofs Rust?
Do Metal Roofs Rust? As a Connecticut Metal roofing company, we are seeing that metal roofing is beginning to soar in popularity. With this surge, questions about the products are coming in daily. In this article, we’ll address one of the most common inquiries we see, “do metal roofs rust?” The Best Type of Metal […]
How to Clean Gutters
How to Clean Gutters Gutters are often overlooked but are an important part of your home. They act to move water away from your roof, walls, foundation, and basement. Heavy rain without gutters can cause serious damage to your home due to water seeping into places that it shouldn’t. The first step is to make […]
How Do You Pay for a New Roof?
The most important conversation to have when making any home improvement decision is, “how are we going to pay for this?” Unfortunately, many people are caught by surprise when they learn that they need to invest in a new roof because they don’t see the warning signs (to learn about some common signs, click here). […]
Your Home Storm Damage Checklist
The wind whirling, rain coming down in buckets, and dark gray skies hovering over your home. It’s storm season. You feel concerned that soon the outside elements will make their way inside your home due to the poor condition of your roof. As a Connecticut roofer, we feel the frustration from homeowners constantly. This checklist […]
Does the Sun Hurt My Roof?
Summer is quickly coming to a close! This season in Connecticut has been one with brutally hot, sunny, and days with erratic temperatures. We have all heard the push from the medical community warning about the dangers of the sun on our skin, but does the sun hurt my roof? UV Rays If you can […]
