Hail damage is not pretty. Unfortunately, sometimes there’s no getting around it, but you can better protect your roofing system by knowing what determines just how much hail damage it will get. There’s no exact way to gauge hail damage but certain factors will clue you in on what you can expect.
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Your Quick Guide to Roofing Loads
Roofing loads refer to temporary and permanent forces pushing up and down on a roof. Just how much of a load a roofing system will be capable of handling will depend on how it is designed, however. As such, different roofs will have different load limits.
Common Causes of Voided Roofing Warranties
As a homeowner with an active roofing warranty, one of the things you should pay attention to is warranty exceptions, that is, the things that can void your warranty coverage. In today’s post, Roofer Chicks® shares the common things that can void roofing warranties.
Signs You Need Better Roofing Ventilation
Roofing ventilation may not be the most noticeable part of a standard residential roofing system, but it is nevertheless just as important: insufficient ventilation can cause a number of roofing problems. In today’s post, Roofer Chicks® discusses the signs that your roof needs better ventilation.
How to Minimize a Storm’s Impact on Your Roof
While you can’t completely prevent storm damage, there are ways to minimize the impact of a storm on your exterior and roofing system.
Here are some tips:
A Quick Guide to Fire Ratings
The roof is the part of your home that’s most prone to catching fire, with strong winds carrying embers could reach your roof well before the wildfires do. This is the main reason why most local building codes require homeowners to install fire-resistant roofing shingles.
Commercial Roofing: How to Increase Safety
It’s without question that every roofing job comes with its fair share of risks for the owner, workers and the structure. Thankfully, there are numerous ways to improve the safety of the project to reduce the risk of damage or accidents occurring during the project. In today’s post, Roofer Chicks®, the authority on roof repairs, shares how to increase safety during a commercial roofing project. [Read more…]
How Important Is Roofing Underlayment?
Some homeowners think that the roof is only made of shingles, gutters and the valleys. This isn’t the case; there are more components that lie underneath. Behind all of these is the roofing underlayment which is an unsung hero of your roofing system. It actually supports your roof’s integrity and facilitates energy efficiency. [Read more…]
The Do’s and Don’ts of Roofing After a Storm
If you reside in an area where severe storm events frequently occur, then you’re no stranger to the damage that your roof may sustain after a storm passes. But before you pull out the ladder from your garage and inspect the damage to your property, consider these do’s and don’ts tips of roofing after a storm.
Requirements of a Metal Roof Installation
A metal roof installation entails strict regulations and a level of standards. The installer needs to have knowledge of basic roofing design concepts and must be able to relate that to their performance. It also requires understanding of why certain fasteners, materials and methods are used. Here are the requirements of a good metal roofing installation: