There are lots of roofing materials on the market, each offering different pros and cons. One of the most popular roofing materials is asphalt shingles. They might be popular, but asphalt shingles are not the most reliable or cost-effective form of roofing on the market. To illustrate the weakness of...
High-quality metal roofing is more costly than your average asphalt shingles, but that price reflects the material’s value. With old asphalt shingles, you’re going to be re-roofing every 10-12 years. On the other hand, metal roofing lasts a lifetime when you get it from a reliable contractor. Read through this...
We often spend a great deal of time thinking about what we want to do to improve our homes and protect our investment in them. Of course, that comes with budgeting and planning—more thinking. Do your plans include or require a new roof? Whether building from the ground up, creating an addition,...
When it comes to finding the right set of shingles for your home, it’s important to be mindful of how much they weigh. Don’t worry—as you’ll see from the guide below, figuring out the right weight is more about looking at the material of the shingle rather than weighing each...
Choosing a roofing material for homes is a much more important process than some homeowners realize. Although many opt for asphalt shingles due to their popularity, they might not be aware of the many problems that can plague a home because of them. To help you take the right steps...
Even in our mild climates of North Carolina, winter roof damage from cold temperatures requires a homeowner's attention. During the winter months, consider the damage cold temperatures can do to your roof. As temperatures drop, asphalt or other temporary shingles may crack or even fall off. Our quality metal roofs stand up...
Metal roofing can be invaluable to homes, but homeowners should be wary of what kind of metal roof they’re investing in. Corrugated metal roofing commonly goes by the names “exposed fastener,” “through-fastened,” or “screw-through” roofing. When comparing corrugated metal vs. standing seam roofing, the differences might not be apparent by...
