Author: Janelle Worthington

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Read more about the article Why It’s Never a Good Idea to Delay a Roof Replacement

Why It’s Never a Good Idea to Delay a Roof Replacement

A roof that suffered extensive damage should be replaced as soon as possible. If a roof replacement is deliberately delayed, there’s a strong chance roofing damage might affect other parts of your home, turning what should have been a straightforward roof replacement into a more extensive overhaul of your exterior.

What are the other issues you may encounter if a roof replacement is deliberately delayed? [company_name], your trusted roofing contractor, lists them below:

Read more about the article Going Green: The Advantages of EPDM Roofing

Going Green: The Advantages of EPDM Roofing

An EPDM commercial roofing replacement is a smart investment if your building is going green. Compared to other roofing materials, manufacturing EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) roofing membranes produce less smog and carbon dioxide emissions. Reflective, light-colored EPDM roofing membranes also help lower cooling costs as well as your building’s overall carbon footprint by reflecting heat and lowering the strain on your HVAC system.

Aside from its eco-friendliness, what are the other advantages of installing an EPDM roof?

Read more about the article Do Metal Roofs Get Hot in Summer?

Do Metal Roofs Get Hot in Summer?

There are several reasons why metal roofing panels are one of the most popular roofing materials on the market. They’re exceptionally durable, energy-efficient and 100% recyclable. However, some homeowners are hesitant about installing a metal roof because of the myth they become hot in summer and can increase cooling costs.

[company_name], your trusted roofer, debunks this common misconception below:

Read more about the article Why Excess Indoor Humidity Is a Problem

Why Excess Indoor Humidity Is a Problem

High indoor humidity is not only an inconvenience (since it makes everything feel sweaty and sticky) but also a problem that needs to be fixed as soon as possible. That’s because left unattended, excess indoor humidity can cause several roofing issues.

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Read more about the article A Quick Guide on Roof Fire Ratings

A Quick Guide on Roof Fire Ratings

The roof is your home’s primary form of defense against the elements, but it’s also the part of your home that’s most susceptible to catching fire. Winds carrying embers can reach your roof well before wildfires do. To reduce the risk of fire damage, most building codes require homeowners to use fire-rated roofing materials.

In general, there are four fire rating classifications. [company_name], your trusted roofing contractor, elaborates on the different fire rating classifications below: