While you may not give your roof much thought, you have to consider that it is the “umbrella” under which the rest of your house and its contents reside. When you think of that, you may come to the conclusion that knowing at least the basics about your roof is a great idea. Whether you’re having a house constructed from the ground floor up or are in the process of having a new roof [...]
Roof leaks are insidious. They start small and may even go on for months before they make themselves known by water dripping into your living spaces. If a roof leak is left untreated and unrepaired it can cause considerable damage to your home. The culprits are rotten decking, gaps or damage around chimneys or skylights, damaged or missing shingles. Preventive measures are the best way to avoid a[...]
Roofs across the country take a beating when it comes to the weather. Roofs in Florida are also subjected to heat, rain, wind and humidity and those can all lead to a combination of issues for your roof and its integrity. When making spring cleaning to-do lists, you should be sure to add “check the roof” to that list. Taking time to inspect your roof means that it will help keep you, your [...]
Let me get out my crystal ball and tell you exactly what your roof repair will cost… oh wait, I can’t. (Though we do have a handy Roofing Estimate Calculator on our home page that you should check out!) While every roof is different, there are a few factors that can help you come up with a ballpark estimate on your roof repair yourself. Here’s what we use to determine how much a roof repair [...]
