Roof Maintenance
Troubleshooting Your Roof Drainage Troubles
Your home is a significant investment. As such, you want to protect and enhance that investment. One means of doing so is with the installation of gutters and downspouts to direct rainfall away from your home. Even in a dry state like Arizona, we can experience heavy rainfall, leaving homes that lack adequate drainage in…
Read MoreMaintenance Tips for Tile Roofs
A tile roof is a durable choice that goes well with a variety of exterior types, from the traditional stucco of the southwest to more modern options. Follow these maintenance tips to ensure that your roof lasts for as long as you own your home. Annual Cleaning Dirt and debris on your tile roof don’t…
Read More3 Metal Roof Problems to Watch For
A metal roof is one of the more durable roofing options you can place on your home, but it is not immune to problems. Fortunately, you can reduce or eliminate issues by knowing the most common problems that can occur with your roof. A watchful eye combined with a quick call to a roofer can…
Read MoreKeep Your Tile Roof From Suffering Pest Damage
Birds, rodents, and insects can live under your roof tile and create damage when they nest, chew, and leave droppings in the area. In some cases, pests may also carry disease and parasites. Here are some top strategies for protecting your tile roof from pest damage and intrusion. 1. Check the Eave (Roof Drainage Line)…
Read MoreWhy You Should Keep Tree Branches Away From Your Roof
Strategically placed trees add to the aesthetic appeal of your property. However, if planted too close to a structure, they can be a problem. Tree branches overhanging a roof can cause damage in a variety of ways: Leaves and twigs can accumulate on a flat roof and block up scuppers and/or drains. Falling branches can…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Moss and Algae on Your Roof
Have you noticed streaks of brown, black, or green on your shingle or tile roof? If so, you may have seen the signs of algae or moss developing. Moss and algae develop even under the hot Arizona sun, and they can wreak havoc on your roof and leave you with more issues than you thought…
Read MoreDon’t Care for Heights? Care for Your Roof From the Ground
You don’t have to climb on top of your roof to take care of it. By doing what you can from the ground and by hiring the right professionals, you can maintain a functional and serviceable roof. Here’s what you need to know about roof maintenance.
Read MoreIs Your Roof Flashing Healthy? 6 Ways to Tell
Roof flashing is the number one defense (and in some cases the only defense) your roof has against leaks at edges and other susceptible spots. And you’re often the only thing standing between the flashing and a roof leak because of neglect. Keeping an eye on your roof and its flashing contingent should be near…
Read MoreAvoid Turning Roof Maintenance Into Roof Maiming With These 4 Tips
What does tarping your roof after a storm, giving the roof a good cleaning each fall, and walking on the roof to inspect it have in common? They’re all a lot more hazardous than they sound — and not just for the person doing the work. These are just a few roof projects that can…
Read MoreA Guide to How Small Roofing Problems Become Big Leaks
You were leaving your house the other day and noticed a shingle popping up off of the roof or one that was simply missing. Though this kind of minor perfection on your home annoys you, you didn’t think that was a cause for alarm. Sadly, that’s not the case. Very small issues with a roof…
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