Synthetic underlayment is much more tear-resistant when exposed to high winds and foot traffic than black paper roofing felt .
This type of underlayment is moisture-resistant, and when it’s installed correctly, it offers better protection from the weather compared to felt.
After Hurricane Sally, we had several areas of shingles missing on our roof. We knew there was damage due to water spots on the ceiling during the storm. As a “responsible” homeowner, I had made sure to purchase wind insurance for our home so I thought the roof repair process would be similar to a…
Choose your roofing contractor wisely or you may wind up paying twice! Lebanon TN roofing contractor solves mystery of a leaking roof but it’s not a happy ending.
Taking care of a leak in your roof before it happens or immediately upon seeing it is Paramount to saving money. Procrastinating due to cost? I get it. When my truck makes a noise I would rather put it off but I’ve learned that it just costs me more money in the long term. When…
Those dark streaks on your roof are a type of algae that live off the minerals in the roofing shingles. Algae doesn’t damage your roof but it sure looks bad. It thrives in moisture, so it’s seen most often on shaded or north-facing roof slopes that don’t get a lot of direct sun. To Get…
Roofing terms like soffit and fascia may be familiar to you. But, do you really understand what these words describe? We’ll try to explain these important parts of your roof in simple terms.
The City of Lebanon, local businesses, and charities have planned several events in April that are worth marking on your calendars. Here are 5 that will appeal to most residents. If you know of others, leave a note in comments to share with the community.
An inch of rainfall doesn’t sound like much. But when it falls on an average-size roof, it adds up to a 1,900-gallon torrent sluicing off the eaves. That’s an awful lot of water that can cause an awful lot of damage if your gutters aren’t up to the task of controlling it. Yet we barely…
Having a roof inspection before you notice leaks will mitigate more costly repairs that further damage would require. Your roof is exposed to the elements which can cause multiple insults to your home’s roof. Sun, wind, water, hail, mold and even debris can all cause roofing problems which may go unnoticed until the problem becomes…
When it comes to insurance lingo, laws and construction estimating…you’re not on a level playing field with the experienced insurance company. But, although you may be unfamiliar with your policy and the process in general, there are laws and rules that give you rights. Use them to negotiate and recover the full benefits you’re entitled…