Roof Flashing: What It Is, the Types, and Why It Matters
Key Takeaways Flashing is thin metal that seals the roof’s weak points. Roofers install steel, copper, or aluminum wherever the roof meets something else: chimneys,… Read More
February 9
Tesla Powerwall: How It Works and What It’s Used for
Key Takeaways A Powerwall is a whole-home battery, and solar is optional. It stores power and runs the house when the grid goes down. Pairing… Read More
February 2
The Differences Between Commercial and Industrial Roofing
Key Takeaways The split is about the building, not the roof. Commercial roofing covers offices and retail. Industrial covers warehouses and factories. Commercial roofs commonly… Read More
January 24
5 Types of Waterproofing Coatings and How to Choose the Right One
Key Takeaways Match the coating to the surface, not to a price. Substrate, how much water the surface sees, whether it moves or cracks, sun… Read More
January 11
Understanding Roof Load Capacity for Solar Panels
Key Takeaways Load capacity is measured in pounds per square foot. It splits into dead load, meaning the permanent weight of roofing materials, HVAC units,… Read More
January 5
Conducting a Roof Inspection After a Major Storm
Key Takeaways Safety comes before speed after a storm. Check for live wires, downed branches, and other hazards before approaching the roof at all. In… Read More
December 27
20 Misconceptions About Home Roof Inspections
Key Takeaways Your insurer may pay for the inspection. When a homeowners policy requires a roof inspection, the carrier will typically cover the cost, sometimes… Read More
December 16
How to Prevent Roof Leaks and When to Call a Professional
Key Takeaways Two inspections a year, spring and fall. A spring inspection finds what winter weather did. A fall inspection catches problems before cold weather… Read More
December 8
Should I Replace or Repair My Curled Shingles?
Key Takeaways Scattered curling is a repair, widespread curling isn’t. A shingle or two can be swapped out. When curling shows up across the roof,… Read More
November 22
The Best Roofing Materials for Dealing With a Texas Winter
Key Takeaways Texas winters attack a roof three ways. Freezing temperatures turn trapped moisture into ice and can produce ice damming. Winter hail and thunderstorms… Read More
