Questions and Answers
What Roof Should I Put on my Beach House?
By Lauren White. This homeowner’s guide outlines which roofing materials can better withstand extreme coastal weather conditions. There’s a definite appeal to living in or owning a beach house – you’re right on the water, have amazing views and it’s relaxing. However, your home, more specifically your roof, are ...
Q&A – Will My Extension Have Condensation Issues?
This homeowner in France built an extension and wanted to know if the approach they took would cause condensation problems. Our first international question came from Normandie, France! Grant wanted to confirm that the products used to build their extension were sufficient, asking: Hi I live in France so we ...
Q&A – Plywood Over Planks Before Shingles?
A Maryland homeowner wondered whether or not plywood should have been added over the holes in their attic before the shingles were installed and turned to the experts for advice. This Maryland homeowner had some concerns about their recent roof replacement. Monica asked: I just had a roof install by ...
Contractor Insights: Jason Chase, JnJ Restoration
By DaVinci Roofscapes. Roofing expert, Jason Chase, answers homeowners' top questions about composite roofing. Wish you could gather all the information you need about hiring a roofer really fast? We can help. Our “Contractor Insights” feature brings you quick responses to the questions every homeowner should know when looking for a new ...
Contractor Insights: Dan Rankin, Kirkin Exteriors
By DaVinci Roofscapes. Dan Rankin, owner of Kirkin Exteriors, answers homeowners' burning questions about roof replacements. Congratulations, you’ve found the place for fast answers to your roofing questions! And, who better to answer those questions than an experienced roofer? In this “Contractor Insights” we’re having Dan Rankin, owner of Kirkin Exteriors in ...
4 Top Ventilation Questions Answered
By Marco Industries. Learn the answers to our most asked questions about NFA and ventilation. While at the Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA) convention this year, many people were curious about our steep-slope solutions. Those who stopped by our booth had some excellent questions, so we thought ...
Q&A – Which bonding adhesive do I use on a flat roof membrane?
Having read the labels of different bonding adhesives, this Connecticut homeowner wanted to know which one would perform better. Chris, a homeowner in Connecticut, was in need of a bonding adhesive for a flat roof membrane over a plywood deck and asked: Reading labels informed me that the bonding adhesive ...
Q&A – How do I Find Out My Tile Info?
In need of a specific color of roof cap tiles, this Florida homeowner wanted to know how to identify their tiles. Mary, a homeowner in Florida, needed to have some cap tiles replaced on their roof and consulted the experts for advice on how to find out the tile info ...
What are Radiant Barriers and How do They Work?
By LP Building Solutions. The science behind heat transfer in attics and why radiant barriers are so impactful in reducing the temperature of your attic. Anyone who ever needed to go up to get something out of the attic in the middle of the summer can tell you that there are few ...
Q&A – How Can I Prevent Shingle Loss During High Winds?
Having endured multiple hurricanes and persistent high winds, this Florida homeowner wanted to know what could be done to protect his roof from storm damage. After Hurricane Ian affected Mark’s roof, he decided to consult the experts on ways he can prevent future storm damage and preserve his roof’s ...
