Asphalt Shingles
Asphalt shingles: The pros and cons
By Nick Post, KPost Company. When deciding whether to install asphalt shingles, it’s important to note the material’s advantages and disadvantages. In North America, asphalt shingles are currently the most popular roofing material, covering 80% of homes according to estimates by the U.S. roofing industry. However, the market share ...
Q&A – Roof ridges, holes, leaks and more!
Expert answers to four questions from homeowners like you! We created AskARoofer to help connect professionals in the roofing industry with home and business owners looking to learn more about roofing. One part of how we do this is getting expert answers to our users' questions. Here are four questions that ...
How much does a roof replacement cost?
By Corey Construction. How to estimate costs for the right materials, labor, permits and the impact of seasonal factors. Replacing a roof is one of the most important investments a homeowner can make, but understanding the costs involved can be overwhelming. Whether you're dealing with storm damage, an aging roof or simply ...
What is an impact rating and why does it matter?
By Emma Peterson. Get insight on why both contractors and homeowners should care about high impact rated shingles. Recently, Heidi J. Ellsworth got the chance to sit down with Jack Gottesman and Dyana Sweigart for an episode of Roofing Road Trips® to talk about impact ratings. This discussion was prompted from IKO ...
Choosing the right shingles
By Jenny Walvoord, The Third Estimate. The right shingles can make or break your roof — literally and financially. Your roof does more than keep the rain out — it defines your home’s look, protects against the elements and affects long-term value. When it’s time for a replacement, choosing between 3-tab and ...
Q&A – Starting a ridge cap
Ridge cap shingles are a crucial part of the roofing process, but which direction should they be layered? Eric from Iowa recently reached out to the AskARoofer experts for some advice about a roofing project they were working on. They asked: Which way I should start my ridge cap south the north ...
A Canadian partnership built to last: Madge Custom Roofing and IKO Industries
By Emma Peterson. Learn how IKO helps this ROOFPRO adapt to industry shifts. IKO Industries’ ROOFPROs® are known for their high-quality work and craftsmanship. They have been chosen by IKO for the ROOFPRO program, which is a partnership that supports contractors using IKO products with rebates, discounts, trainings and other resources. Just ...
Why metal may outshine asphalt for your home
By Adam Quenneville Roofing and Siding. Choosing the right roof is about more than just looks — it's about making a smart, lasting investment. As the housing market evolves and sustainability becomes more than just a buzzword, the debate between metal and asphalt roofing is heating up. Homeowners today aren’t just looking ...
Don’t let mismatched shingles lower your home’s value
By Mr. Roofing. Take advantage of your insurance coverage for a full roof replacement! If you've been dealing with mismatched shingles, now is the perfect time to explore the possibility of getting your entire roof replaced through your insurance company. Mismatched shingles appear in stark contrast against uniform shingles. The shingles ...
Do you need a new roof?
There are times when it's obvious you need roof help, such as when your roof leaks. But, sometimes it can be harder to tell. Here at AskARoofer, we have put together a guide to determining if it's time to reach out a to a roofing company near you to talk about ...
