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What Can Happen to a Home When the Roof Fails
Eventually, every roof will fail and need to be replaced or repaired in some form. The roof endures all kinds of elements season after season, year after year, and the materials eventually wear down. The typical lifespan of a roof is anywhere between 12 and 20 years depending on the roofing ...
How to Protect Your Home from Rainy Season
How to Protect Your Home from Rainy Season In some parts of the country, the rainy season can last several months in a row and maybe returning later for more. In other areas, the rainy season may just refer to a string of rainy days that last long enough to do ...
Advantages and Disadvantages of Synthetic Roof Underlayment
There are two types of roof underlayment typically in use today – felt and synthetic. Most roofers are familiar with felt and have used it for years beneath asphalt roofing shingles. Synthetic roof underlayments are newer and come with a number of advantages as well as a few disadvantages to their ...
4 Ways We Keep Our Roofing Contractors Safe!
By Magnus Construction Company. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports roofing to be among one of the most dangerous and injury-prone jobs a person could have. It ranks right up there beside aircraft pilots, fishers and loggers. Just what makes roofing so dangerous? It is not all that extra sun exposure, although ...
4 Important Reasons to Maintain a Healthy Roof
Many homeowners don’t think about the health of their roofs and instead only react to problems as they arise. The problem with that approach is that it often results in emergency repairs that are both inconvenient and costly. The reality is, a home without a healthy roof is a maintenance disaster ...
Roofing Concerns for Homeowners in the Pacific Northwest
Each region of the country has climate concerns that impact how the inhabitants live. The Pacific Northwest is no exception. While we generally have mild weather, there are specific concerns that impact our roofs in negative ways. While these can be taken care of with regular maintenance and care, homeowners need ...
How to Deal with the Snow on Your Roof like a Pro
As most of us know, it snows regularly in temperate regions away from the equator. Snow can be fun and all, but it can also be a headache. A lot of snow piling up on your roof is definitely not good. Fortunately, there are ways you can take precautions against ...
Become Family, Not Competitors at RoofersCoffeeShop®
By Bob McCrickard. Join us where the industry meets "for coffee." Editor's note: Even though Bob may no longer be with us, he continues to share his love of the industry and his words of wisdom. Enjoy one of Bob's previous articles. RoofersCoffeeShop (RCS) is a community of roofing professionals who share ...
