Roof Maintenance
What Every Snowbird Needs to Know About Their Arizona Tile Roof
Many homeowners relocate to the Valley from colder climes, either for the winter or permanently. They may be used for roofing options more typical for Northern states, like asphalt shingles, cedar shakes, standing-seam metal roofs or even slate roof tiles. While these roofing materials are used in and around the Phoenix metro area, you’re far…
Read MoreRoof Flashing: Understanding This Essential Roof Component
Metal flashings are an important component of a roof. While roof flashings may not cover large areas of your roof, this component performs the task of helping to keep your roof leak-free around the perimeter. Read on to learn more about the basics of roof flashing and how to keep yours in good condition. Roof…
Read MoreExtend Your Metal Roof’s Lifespan
After going through the trouble – and expense – of installing a new roof, you want it to last. But time and weather will affect the roof. If it’s a painted product, eventually, the paint will fade and/or start to wear off. Underlayment will degrade, as well as any sealants. To extend the life of…
Read MoreWhat Causes Blisters, Wrinkles, and Ridges on Your Asphalt Roof?
Sometimes, you may notice odd shapes or distortions on your asphalt shingle roof, particularly on scorching summer days. Commonly known as “roof blisters” or “roof ridges,” these distortions originate from installation or quality issues. While a new asphalt shingle roof may last for decades, a poor quality (or improperly installed) roof could experience problems early…
Read MoreWhat Every Homeowner Should Know About Their Roof Eaves
Your pitched residential roof consists of more than just the metal, tile, or shingles covering the surface or the underlayment below. Where water drains from the roofs, commonly referred to as eaves, are more than just the end of a roof. Eaves consist of two main components — the soffits and the fascia — which…
Read MoreHow a Leaking Roof Damages Your Commercial Building
Any indications of a leaking roof spell trouble. But when you notice them in your commercial building, it’s particularly alarming. After all, a leaking roof can impact your staff, customers, inventory, and business hours. If you notice the tell-tale signs of a leaking roof, it’s time to act fast. You want to immediately address the…
Read MoreDead Leaves and the Threat They Pose to Your Roof
Having trees growing next to or in front of your building certainly has its upsides. For one, they provide shade in summer. They offer a picturesque aesthetic. But unfortunately, trees shed leaves. Deciduous trees shed their leaves in the fall and blossoms in the spring. Evergreens shed all year round. It can be a lot…
Read MoreThe Ultimate New Year Roofing Checklist
Now that we’ve entered a new year, it’s time to plan out your annual roofing checklist. Staying on top of your commercial roof maintenance means you’re less likely to deal with an unforeseen roofing emergency that interrupts business. Here is a list of roofing tasks you can expect, and how often they should be performed.…
Read MoreUse Your Budget Surplus for a New Commercial Roof
If you’ve managed to keep expenditures lower than income, you may be looking at a budget surplus, especially now that the year is coming to a close. If you’re in that enviable position, congratulations! And if your budget is “use-it-or-lose-it,” then you’ll have several options on how you can use that surplus. Your first instinct…
Read MoreHow to Replace a Roof When You Have Tenants
As a landlord, you want to maintain your rental property and keep generating rental income. Tenants want quiet enjoyment of the property. How do you juggle serious repairs while minimizing disruption to tenants? What should you do if you have to do something serious, such as replace the roof? Fortunately, we have some insight on…
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