Weather
10 steps to prepare your property for hurricane season
By Corey Construction. Use the following guide to anticipate the before and after of a hurricane or major storm. Every year from mid-summer through the fall, hurricanes pose a serious threat to Texas and the Atlantic Coast. Bringing intense rainfall, powerful winds, tornadoes and dangerous storm surges, hurricanes can cause ...
Top June stories: Building resilience for a sustainable future
By Dani Sheehan. Catch up on the most read articles from last month on AskARoofer™! As storm seasons grow longer and more intense, homeowners across the country are rethinking how they protect their properties. Last month’s articles spotlighted how roofing choices and educational initiatives are helping individuals and communities build ...
Roofing made simple
By Emma Peterson. Get advice from contractors in the field with these 10-minute episodes! Here at AskARoofer, we know that life moves fast! That’s why we created the AskARoofer (AAR) Minisode series. Released twice a month, this podcast connects home and building owners like you to information about roofs in ...
The metal roofing of today
By Matt Landry, Red Dog’s Roofing. Learn about the reasons more homeowners are opting for metal on their homes. While it is not a new roofing material, metal is getting its moment in the spotlight. For decades, metal was seen as a quick and affordable option for industrial buildings and agricultural spaces. ...
Snow guards this summer?
By Rocky Mountain Snow Guards. Summer is the ideal time to prepare your home for winter’s challenges. As the warmth of summer begins to dissolve the chills of last winter, you may be left reflecting on the challenges brought by heavy snowfalls. If you’re living in an area where the season’s ...
Does composite slate really last?
By DaVinci Roofscapes. This homeowner did their homework ahead of the time to invest in the right roof. Since Alex Zausner moved into his home in 2004, his house has survived two hurricanes, six tropical storms and hundreds of severe weather events. There’s also been a tree that’s fallen on his home ...
Know the signs of storm damage
By Royalty Roofing. Storm damage isn’t always obvious, learn how to recognize the more subtle signs your roof needs attention. Often when we think of roofing damage, we think of the obvious signs like a water leak or a visible hole. But not all damage is this visible, especially from the ground, ...
Ace Roofing is the June R-Club Roofer of the Month!
By Emma Peterson. No matter the weather or the altitude, this team is helping Montana residents stay safe and dry. Meet Ace Roofing, an Omnia Exterior Solutions Company, a trusted name in the Montana Roofing scene and The Coffee Shops™ June Roofer of the Month! Ace Roofing is a family ...
Reality check: Does increasing home resiliency really make (dollars and) sense?
Two homeowners in the heart of hurricane zone say their home is living proof. In the home improvement and construction industry, the buzz is all about home “hardening” and making homes more resilient in order to better withstand climate extremes. That’s especially true in places like Florida and the Gulf coast, ...
Q&A – How does hail impact synthetic slate?
Looking to prep for the storm season, this homeowner had some question about roofing materials and hail. Living in Louisiana, homeowner Michelle has faced their share of storms. When looking at roofing materials, they came to get some advice about hail performance, asking: What impact could you expect from hail on a ...
