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How to Tell if You Need a New Roof
On June 10, 2022 in General, Roofing by Lukas Radtke Lukas Radtke
If you think its time for a new roof – it probably is. Roofs last about 12 to 20 years, but environmental factors play a part in a roof’s longevity. Lots of sun, hail and wind take their toll. If you are the second or third owner of a home, you may not be quite sure how long the roof has been on it and if it was installed properly. Remember, the time to get a new roof is before something drastic happens.
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Prevent Moss From Growing On Your Roof
On August 11, 2020 in Roofing by Bryan Fratianne Bryan Fratianne
Moss is a simple, non-vascular plant that doesn’t grow flowers, wood or true roots. While moss can be very beautiful in certain natural settings, it is very bad for your roof. Once moss takes a hold of your roof, it can cause structural damage, resulting in degradation.
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Roofing Safety Tips
On August 11, 2020 in Roofing by Bryan Fratianne Bryan Fratianne
You can never be too careful when it comes to roof safety. Whether you are installing, repairing, or simply doing some seasonal cleaning, it is important to take the proper safety precautions. One wrong move and you could fall. Here are some helpful tips to ensure that you stay safe when working on your roof.
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Explore These Roofing Options
On September 28, 2015 in Roofing by Tina Lenz-Mandt Tina Lenz-Mandt
Explore These Roofing Options
You’ve got to put a new roof on your house and now you’ve discovered it’s not as simple as picking out a shingle from three or four options. There are new colors, new styles – should I get metal roofing and what are the advantages or disadvantages of all these things? Questions and more questions. Luckily, there is a lot of technology out there that you can take advantage of to help educate yourself and even get design help. Take a look at these sites and you should be ready to make your roofing decision.
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