Roofing 101
Above and Beyond: Testing DECRA Metal Roofing
By Mark Gallant, DECRA. Why DECRA products have earned a reputation for their durability and resilience against the elements. Most manufacturers work to satisfy only the minimum U.S. building code requirements, narrowly focused on wind and fire resistance. However, DECRA Metal Roofing sends every product through independent laboratory testing, so ...
Your Silicone Questions Answered
By Sashco. Will your new caulk stick to silicone? How do you know if you need to re-caulk or remove silicone? Your caulk won’t stick to silicone, in fact nothing sticks to silicone. Silicone doesn’t even stick to itself. That’s the short answer to at least one of your ...
It’s All About What’s Underneath
By GCP Applied Technologies. What are underlayments? And what can they provide for your roof? Metal roofs have grown substantially in popularity due to several qualities, including a longer lifecycle, better protection and inexpensive maintenance prices. Unvented assemblies and insulated roof decks are also increasingly common as they improve ...
What’s the Best Roof Material for My Home?
By Guardian Home Services. Understanding pros and cons of the different roofing materials available will help you make the right choice for your home. There are many options available to reroof your house, which can make choosing the right roof material feel overwhelming. Follow the guide below to decide ...
How to Prevent the Dubious Freeze-Thaw Cycle
By Colin Sheehan. What homeowners and building owners need to know to mitigate the risk of roof collapse in below-freezing and heavy-snow conditions. As heavy winter storms continue to sweep through a substantial portion of the country, homeowners and building owners alike are increasingly worried about the damage these ...
Roofing Industry Experiencing Price Increases
By Heidi J. Ellsworth, RCS Partner. COVID-19 continues to have long-term effect on economics of the roofing industry. Since the start of COVID-19 in the spring of 2020, the roofing industry has been affected on several fronts including building material price increases. Roofing companies are seeing increases around the country ...
To Attach or Not to Attach, That is the Question?
By IKO. Learn what you should and should not attach to your roof, and when to call a roofing professional. Security cameras, flower baskets and holiday decorations are all common accessories you may want to attach to your roof. These items sometimes require special materials or should only be attached ...
The Must-Knows of Material Warranties for Residential Properties
By Mark Franciosi, GCP Applied Technologies. Don’t let your warranties get pushed to the bottom of the list. Warranties often consist of overwhelming, long and difficult to read documents. However, they also provide peace of mind and are important reassurances in case something goes wrong in ...
The Importance of Color and Metal Roofs
By Marco Industries. When considering a metal roof, keep the following in mind. The positive characteristics of a metal roof, like strength and durability, energy efficiency and environmental friendliness, all greatly influence homeowners to consider a metal roof. Color also plays a key role and could be the deciding factor for a ...
Causes and Cures for Icicles and Ice Dams
By Bob McCrickard, repurposed by RoofersCoffeeShop®. Understand how icicles and ice dams form and what you can do to avoid them this winter. Editor's note: While Bob may no longer be with us, he continues to share his roofing knowledge with homeowners and contractors alike. Enjoy one of Bob's original articles ...
