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HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Tuckpointing isn’t the most common term when it comes to home repairs or home renovation, but it is important.  Tuckpointing is the act of maintaining and possibly restoring mortar joints between bricks using a two-toned mortar technique.  It is a project that can lengthen the life of your…

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! When you install roof ventilation, you’re extending the life of your shingles, preventing ice dams from forming, and keeping conditions in your attic nice and arid.  This prevents moisture, wood rot, and mold problems in your home.  Keeping your attic and roof well-ventilated doesn’t mean you’re stuck with a…

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Despite the advantages of having a flat roof, there is one major downside.  Pooling water is a common problem with flat roofing because it does not drain water as effectively as sloped roofing.  Not being able to drain water means there is a risk for pooling.  This refers…

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Benefits of Half-Round Gutters Half-round gutters present numerous benefits to homeowners in different situations.  These include: Half round gutters are easy to clean, because they have no corners which trap dirt.  All the dirt collects in the middle of the gutter so it can be easily removed during…

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! A roof system can suffer a multitude of issues.  Five common roof problems are reasonably easy to identify and repair on your own.  You’ll be able to keep your roof in good shape by checking these trouble areas regularly.  However, if you are uncomfortable accessing your roof safely…

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Cleaning your gutters isn’t a fun household task.  If left unchecked, gutter issues can cause significant structural damage to your home. The main purpose of rain gutters is to collect the runoff water from your roof and channel it away from the foundation.  Gutters are constantly battling against the…

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! A roof valley is a spot where two roof surfaces meet.  Each roof plane has a layer of shingles that need to smoothly intersect at the valley, even though they are laid at slightly different angles.  Over the years, roofers and manufacturers have come up with a few…

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! What Is a Chimney Cap and Why is It Important? Keeping your chimneys in good shape throughout the year is necessary.  The chimney cap plays a major role in ensuring your chimney remains damage-free and clean for use in winters.  Installing a chimney cap will improve the quality…

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Which roof shingles are waterproof? Asphalt shingles are entirely waterproof due to their composition.  These shingles don’t absorb water and are impervious to it.  Wooden shingles, on the other hand, are not waterproof.  They’ll absorb water due to their porous surface.  These shingles (or “shakes”) are not very…

HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR ROOFING NEEDS! Of all the household tasks on your checklist, maintaining and promptly fixing your roof should always come first.  Why?  Because even the slightest leak could pose a serious health hazard, as well as significant structural damage.  Roofing leaks can be caused by various factors, from improper maintenance and storm damage…