Every building trade has its peculiar words and terms. A dog’s leg is a specialized carving chisel. House framers know how to cut birdsmouth notches in rafters. Residential roofing terminology can also be confusing to Florida homeowners. These 17 terms are helpful to understand and use when chatting with your neighborhood roofer. […]
The repair of roof shingles is not a home improvement task that can be put off indefinitely. The timing of your repair depends on many factors but the most important are the extent of the damage and the weather conditions. […]
Roof shingle warranties are available from manufacturers of the shingles your roofing contractor uses on your home. Manufacturers’ warranties have several tiers of protection: […]
You cannot prevent a hurricane, but you can prepare your home so you avoid substantial damage from a hurricane. Keep hurricane roof repair to a minimum by partnering with your local roofer to keep your Central Florida home’s roof in tip-top shape. […]
How can you determine a winning choice with residential metal roofing vs shingles? Each residential roofing material has its advantages. Let’s unpack a few factors and let you decide! […]
Most people do not enjoy hearing the phrase “creative with money.” It sounds a bit, well, dodgy. But when financing a new roof replacement, you can be creative with solutions which give you a fresh, water-resistant roof right away, without busting your budget. […]
How can an average homeowner prepare for the upcoming hurricane season? You must do more than glance at your roof from the yard and pronounce it perfect. You need a three-pronged approach of inspection, code compliance, and reroofing or repair. […]
The home improvement loan vs. refinance debate rages in many homeowners’ minds at one point in time, especially when they are considering costly renovations. In a nutshell, there are three main loan options. Refinancing pays off your remaining mortgage balance in exchange for a new one, ideally at a lower interest rate. In contrast, a [...]
When a natural disaster or wear and tear damages a roof, repairs or replacement become a top priority. However, a complete roof repair or replacement is often a costly expense many homeowners are not prepared to pay for upfront or out of pocket. […]
Hurricanes and tropical storms are an inevitable part of living on the coast of Florida. And while you can’t change Mother Nature and her decisions, there are actions you can take to protect your home and prevent significant damage during hurricane season. One of these is to install a metal roof. […]
