Category: Roof Maintenance Tips

How do you know when you need a new roof? When your roof is over ten years old, it is a good idea to start thinking about replacing it. Roofs in Texas tend to wear out much quicker for several reasons, including severe weather and UV ray degradation. It would be best if you had your roof inspected to check for damages. However, some roofs may last much longer. Another way to tell is if your roof requires repairs more often. Read More...

Roof repairs can range in cost depending on the complexity of the issue and the materials needed to complete the repair. Generally speaking, you should expect the most basic repairs to cost a minimum of $250-350 and an average cost of $750 - $1200 a year. Of course, more complicated projects or those that require specialized materials may cost significantly more. When it comes to roofing problems, Read More...

What is a Roof Coating and How Does it Work A roof coating is a protective layer applied to the outer layer of a roof. It acts as an additional barrier to water, UV rays, and other elements that can damage your roof over time. Roof coatings are usually made from acrylics, silicones, or asphalt materials. They come in many different forms, such as liquid-applied systems, elastomeric membranes, and aluminum roof coatings. Read More...

This commercial roof guide for maintenance, repairs, and tips and tricks will help you manage your roof better. Keeping your roof in optimal condition is essential for the overall health and longevity of any commercial building. Roof repair is an important part of roof maintenance, allowing businesses to proactively address existing roof problems before they become more severe and potentially dangerous. With the proper roof repair techniques, Read More...

Repairing your roof with a roof coating is not only a durable, lasting repair but it is also a way to extend your entire flat roof's lifespan Roof coatings, or liquid-applied membrane (LAM), is a perfect solution for many flat roof substrates such as TPO, concrete, modified bitumen, metal, and asphalt. LAM roof coatings cure to a rubber-like membrane material. The benefit of a roof coating is that it does not have any seams. Read More...

Texas homeowners spend an average of 12.8 years in their home before moving. The average Texas roof life is 12-15 years, but hailstorms are possible every 4-9 years. So it is likely you will need to replace your roof once or twice while you live there. Choosing a roof color is an important decision, one that you could have to look at for the next 12 years. Read More...

Check out our feature in Redfin's informative article by Ryan Smith. Now that fall has arrived and winter is right around the corner, it’s time to start tackling those critical projects before the weather changes. Perhaps the most important item to cross off your list is your roof. Whether you live in Salt Lake City or Portland, if you don’t take the time to properly prepare your roof for inclement weather, Read More...

Today there is a huge amount of information available on the internet in the forms of articles and video. This is a wonderful thing for many people who subscribe to the DIY methods. However, sometimes it can be too much too quick, and you might be wondering, when is it appropriate to call a roofing contractor? If You Need Roof Repair Some roof repairs are fairly easy to perform, while others are much more difficult. Read More...

Summer is right around the corner... Is your beach body ready? Yeah... neither are ours. While we can't help you fit into your swimsuit we can help you at least help you get your roof summer ready. Here are 3 tips to get your roof ready for summer. (more…) Read More...

A 30 - year roof will last 30 years, right? Wrong! 30 - year shingles also known as laminated, dimensional or architectural shingles typically do not last 30 years. 20, 40, or 50 - year shingle will not last their designated years either. It is a common misconception and a point of confusion for many homeowners. Thus, trying to make a responsible decision in a roofing system can become difficult. Read More...