Let’s face it, a new roof is expensive but if you don’t want to ruin the rest of the building and its contents, proper protection from the weather is essential. How do you tell if only repairs will suffice or the entire area must be replaced?
Today’s roofing market offers a wide range of choices when it comes to one’s roof. There are asphalt, shingles, shakes, metal, tile and slate. There are also imitation asphalt, tile and slate. A wide range of colors is also available. The overall effect you want is the first thing to be considered
When building a new home or re-modeling an older one, there is often the question of what type and shape of a roof to install. Many times this depends on the overall architectural design and the surrounding neighborhood. Depending on the style of, the type of materials to be used
Everyone agrees that having a good roof is essential for any residential or business building. It will keep out the weather while providing protection of the building’s contents. Snow, sleet, strong wind and severe heat can damage a roof if proper maintenance and small repairs are not taken care of
A house or other building consists of the foundation, or basement, the walls and the roof. However, if you really think about it, it will not stand without a good roof. Today, there are many programs on television that show people purchasing distressed houses, remodeling them and the selling at
Many times a home or business owner does not realize they have a damaged roof. This may be caused by extreme heat, storms, excessive snow, accumulated moss, or other things. Usually the first indications are stained walls, a moldy smell and excessive moisture in the attic. Failure to take care
When a roof becomes damaged, in a home or business, it is often not noticed until considerable damage is done. That is why it is important to have periodic inspections made by Capitol Roofing to be sure nothing is amiss. Problems can include things such as: Moss growing on the
In snowy New England winters it is important to have a roof on your home, or business, that will withstand the weight as well as icicles and other problems that can arise in this kind of climate. This means it is extremely important that your roof be able to withstand
Homeowners have a habit of ignoring the damage on roofs until large dents and destruction are evident. Hasty roof repairs will only deal with worn out or missing shingles on a temporary basis. Think of comprehensive repairs of roofs as a form of preventive maintenance always. Roof inspection professionals will
When it comes to performing a roof repair, you may be tempted to do it yourself so save costs and even time with having to look for a contractor or schedule an appointment. The problem with doing it yourself is that the kind of roofing that will come out is
