Roofing, Gutters and Siding

What is the process of having your roof torn off and replaced?

This is just a rambling five-minute dissertation of the things involved when someone chooses to have the roofer moved what is the process with a contractor first of all a homeowner should contact three license bonded and insured roofing contractors to provide this roofing contractor world measure growth recommend procedures ...

Tips on How to Clean Gutters and Downspouts

The most important tip is to be safe. Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands from sharp objects and also wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from flying debris. Use a strong ladder. Make sure all the rungs are solid and have no cracks. Place the ladder itself on a level ...

Roof Discoloration Due to Algae

This photo shows an asphalt shingle roof that has discoloration due to algae. Algae growth on roofs is a common problem throughout the entire world and is more prevalent in areas of high humidity. The exact name of the algae is Gloeocapse magna, which causes the dark staining which ...

Homeowner Considerations When Re-Roofing

Should I tear off my existing shingle roof or should I install another layer of shingles over it? This is a question that comes up very often when homeowners are trying to decide which is the most economical way to have a roof replaced. Obviously the most economical way to have ...

Hand Nailing Versus Pneumatic Nailing of Shingles

Some roofing contractors advertise that they only hand nail shingles. The argument is that hand nailing of shingles is a better process than using a pneumatic nailing gun or pneumatic stapler. Hand Nailing It is certainly more expensive to hand nail as hand nailing is a more time intensive process. Obviously, the more time ...