HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Shingle and slate roof vented flashing used to divert water away from building along the eave. The vented drip edge with regularly spaced openings along a roof edge is used to provide intake ventilation on homes with little or no soffit area. If you don’t have soffits, or your roof style doesn’t allow for…
HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Although a slate roof is initially quite costly, it will often last for a lifetime and beyond. In order to maintain your investment and make sure it lasts, a slate roof will need regular maintenance. This can be carried out cheaply and it’s work you can comfortably undertake…
HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! If you have a flat roof, then you probably have heard of flat roof coating. Roof sealants are added to your roof to extend its life expectancy. Sealing a roof provides an extra layer of protective coating that can help prolong damage from extreme climates and other outdoor elements.…
HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Shingles are by far the most popular option when it comes to building new homes or reroofing existing properties that require replacement. Shingles account for around 80% of all home roofs in the United States. Shingles are cost-effective and typically simple to install. But there are a few…
HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Cricket is sometimes also referred to as a saddle. What is cricket in roofing actually? It is the part of the roof that covers the chimney edge at the back. Its purpose is to divert water from high areas such as chimneys or the joint between two…
HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! There’s a LOT to love about slate roofing. As one of the most eco-friendly, durable, and attractive roofing materials available, any home is sure to benefit from the addition of a slate roof. With so many types of roof slates, it can be hard to know which style to…
HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Your home is in constant battle with moisture, which can penetrate building materials from both inside and out. Some parts of your home are more vulnerable than others. Because masonry chimneys are made from porous materials like brick and stone, they absorb moisture like a sponge. The best…
HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Chimneys play a crucial role in the conduction of smoke and combustion gases up from a fireplace. For these structures to work smoothly, they’ll need to be maintained. Chimney maintenance includes the repair or replacement of faulty parts. One of those parts is the chimney cap. This chimney…
HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Built-in gutters, also referred to as “box gutters” are considered a concealed roof drainage system. Since they are not readily visible, they typically don’t alter the historic character of buildings and don’t detract from or conceal decorative cornice details. Unfortunately, being unseen often results in neglect. The simplest…
HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Seamless gutters are generally stronger than traditional gutters because they feature continuous runs with seams only on the corners and downspouts, thus eliminating the majority of failure points. They are ideal for use with systems that often become clogged and aren’t immediately cleaned, such as those with overhanging…