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What is a roof water barrier?

What is a roof water barrier

A roof water barrier is a self adhering rubberized membrane that protects your roof from leaking due to excessive water conditions. These conditions occur during wind driven rain and even more so during water back from ice dams. There are several areas of your roof especially susceptible to the water penetration that ice and water […]

Can you replace a roof in the rain?

Install a roof in the rain

Not without risk! While some roofing projects can be completed in as little as a day, the average home re-roof with take several days. It is best to wait until conditions are clear, and your roof is dry, to make any repairs and installations. A slick roof can put workers at risk, and increases the […]

The Importance of Rain Gutters to your Roof and Home

Gutters

A rain gutter’s main purpose is to funnel water off the roof and away from the home. Too much water falling too close to your home can erode the soil around it, compromise the home’s foundation and wreak havoc if you have a basement. Additionally, if your roof doesn’t have enough clearance, rainwater that drips […]

Metal Roofs for your Home

Types of Metal Roofs

Whether you’re putting a roof on a new home, or your existing roof requires a total makeover, there are many materials available. But no matter what roof style you have, metal roofs can be an attractive option because of their longevity, minimal maintenance, and energy efficiency. And you can choose from tin, zinc, aluminum, copper, […]