Asphalt Roof Shingle Styles – How to Choose Yours
Choosing an Asphalt Roofing Style 4/6/2016 With so many products on the market, it can be difficult to choose the shingles that are right for your home. Asphalt shingles have come a long way, and now offer more choice than ever for looks, textures, durability, and strengths. Asphalt shingles are available in a variety of […]
Read MoreHow Asphalt Shingles Protect the Home – Impact Resistant, Cool Roofing, and Solar Roofing
Impact Resistant, Cool Roofing, and Solar Roofing 4/20/2016 If you live in an area with hail, high winds, or excessive heat, there might be a few additional considerations when choosing a roofing material. Asphalt roofing has come a long way, and offers many features and protections for your home. If you live in an area where […]
Read MoreReliable Roofing Contractors – How to Find Yours
Finding a Reliable Contractor 5/9/2016 Finding a reliable contractor is very important. Your roof is a huge investment for your home, and you want to make sure that anyone who touches your roof is trustworthy. Roofing scams have been around for as long as there have been roofers, but there are many reliable contractors on […]
Read MoreTypes of Asphalt Shingles – Selecting a Shingle Style
6/3/2016 There’s a reason asphalt shingles are the most popular choice for homeowners in the US. They’re sturdy and reliable, and they’re affordable. There are many choices in roofing material, and more options enter the market every year. In spite of this, asphalt shingles may take up more than 50% of the market. Part of […]
Read MoreRoof Warranty – Information on The Two Basic Coverage Types
Roofing Warranties 6/30/2016 Warranty Coverage for your New Roof When you are facing a project as important as a roofing job, you need to do some homework first to be sure that your new roof will be covered by a warranty if problems arise. There are two basic warranties involved. First is the manufacturer warranty, […]
Read More3 Different Types of Asphalt Roof Shingles & How to Choose Yours
Choosing a Roofing Material 7/16/2016 With so many asphalt roofing materials on the market, it can be hard to sort them all out and decide what’s best for your roof. This guide is meant to break down the categories and help you find the roofing shingles that will be perfect for your home. 3-Tab or […]
Read MoreHow to Choose Roof Shingle Color for Your Home
Choosing a Shingle Color 7/24/2016 Once you’ve chosen an asphalt shingle, it’s sometimes hard to narrow down color choices from there. Which colors are best? How do you choose? The good news is that, for the most part, it’s really up to your personal taste. But, there are some things that are good to consider […]
Read MoreNew CertainTeed Missouri Asphalt Shingle Plant Opens
CertainTeed Opens New Asphalt Shingle Plant in Missouri 8/6/2016 Asphalt Shingles Made in America In June of 2016, CertainTeed opened its new state-of-the-art 60,000 square-foot shingle manufacturing facility. Located in Jonesburg, MO, about 60 miles west of St Louis, this plant is the final phase of a three-year construction project of the Midwestern distribution site for […]
Read MoreWhat is a Cool Roof? And is it Right for You?
Is Cool Roofing Right for You? 8/20/2016 You may have already heard the term cool roofing, especially if you live in a sunny area. Cool roofing is roofing technology that’s designed to reflect more sunlight than traditional roofing, keep buildings cooler during the hottest days. Cool roofing technology is gaining traction in many parts of […]
Read MoreComplete Roofing Systems–The Essential Components
What is a Complete Roofing System? 9/10/2016 What goes into a roofing system? More than meets the eye! Here are some details of the parts of your roof, and how they all fit together. Deck The roof deck is the wooden structure of your roof. All your roofing materials are attached to the roof deck, so […]
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