Being a homeowner can be a great feeling. You’ll have a sense of pride and accomplishment in having a home that you own. However, owning a home doesn’t mean that you’re completely safe from the forces of nature. Your roof ages just like a person does and it can come Read more…
Dust storms over the horizon is the last thing you want to see in Arizona or Texas. This force of nature can cause amazing amounts of damage to property and your roof. Being prepared can mean all the difference between staying in your home waiting out the dust storm or Read more…
The monsoon season is one of the harshest seasons when it comes making sure your roof stays in top condition. Not only does it bring heavy rain and thunderstorms but also heavy dust storms and fluctuating temperatures that can severely damage your roof. Monsoons can generally be very destructive should Read more…
One of the most important parts of your roof is your roof. It helps keep you high and dry through the harshest of sun and roughest of storms. One part of this is the gutters which creates a path for water to drain out of your roof. Keeping your gutters Read more…
Roof inspections should be part of any good homeowner’s routine to make sure that their roof will stand the test of time and the fury of the elements. However, roof inspections can be quite dangerous and going on top of your roof without the right knowledge could end up damaging your roof or worse. Many homeowners end up in the emergency room because they weren’t armed with the right knowledge to do a safe roof inspection or simply just refused to do so because they didn’t think it was necessary or were too lazy to ensure their own safety.
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Having a roof above your head is a great feeling. Knowing that you’re shielded from the elements. But over time your roof will degrade and will eventually have to be replaced. This could take from fifteen to twenty five years of keeping your head dry. Yes, you heard that right. Up to thirty years. That's nearly a fourth of a normal person’s lifetime but for it to ever reach that age, you’re going to need to know how to extend your roof’s lifetime.
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Over the years your roof has protected you and your family from the weather, but eventually, you as a homeowner should know the signs that your roof might not be up to the task anymore. Here are a few signs that you might need to say goodbye to your old roof and hello to a brand new one.
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How can I recognize when my roof system has problems?
It’s a little difficult to discover a problem in your roof system without the help of inspectors, unless a noticeable leak or discoloration has started to show. Most of the time, a homeowner only finds out when it’s way too late. That’s why, if you notice any cracked paint, discolored plasterboard, and peeling wallpaper, this is usually a sign of a damaged roof. (more…)
According to ASHI or American Society of Home Inspectors, seventy percent of homeowners in the United States reported that they saved tons of money for costly repairs because they had their houses checked and inspected. (more…)
With temperatures reaching 120 degrees in the Valley of the sun, it’s no secret that the heat brings its own unique challenges to surviving desert summers. While most Phoenicians spend their time going from one air conditioned space to another, the roofs over their heads take the brunt of the Read more…
