AARE - Weather Preparedness and Resiliency
You can't storm-proof a roof, but you can prepare it
Storm preparation starts when the forecast is clear. Home and building owners often ask what they can do to protect a roof before severe weather arrives. After more than four decades in roofing, my answer usually begins with an important distinction: you cannot make a roof storm-proof. What you can ...
Before and after the storm: Your monsoon roof checklist
AAR Expert Henry Staggs says when the storms roll in, preparation pays off. Monsoon season in Arizona officially kicks off on June 15, and around here, that date means more than just watching the sky for that first wall of dust. Every year, our team marks the start of the season ...
Know your roof before the next wind and rainstorm arrives
Keeping water moving and addressing small issues early can extend a roof’s lifespan. If you’ve been in roofing in Western Washington long enough, you know our weather likes to keep us on our toes. We don't necessarily deal with the extreme conditions other parts of the country see, but we do ...
Preparedness is the key to surviving severe weather
Ask A Roofer Expert Will Lorenz says staying on top of minor repairs puts you ahead of the game. Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Will Lorenz of General Coatings. You can read the interview below, listen to the podcast or watch the recording. Lauren ...
