Maintaining Your Roof
Spring roof maintenance tips every homeowner should know
By The Coffee Shops™. Professional inspections and routine upkeep can keep your roofing system in better condition year-round. As warmer weather arrives, many homeowners are turning their attention to spring maintenance projects, and their roofs should be high on the list. In the article “Spring Roofing: Your Essential 5-Point Checklist,” ...
When repairs are enough, and when they’re not
By The Coffee Shops™. Spring is one of the best times for homeowners to assess the condition of their roofing systems. Spring weather often reveals what winter left behind on a roof. For homeowners trying to decide between repairs and a full replacement, knowing the warning signs can help ...
Roofing consultations require more than comparing prices
By The Coffee Shops™. Proper ventilation, detailed inspections and clear communication all play a critical role in long-term roof performance. In the article “What Should I Know About Roofing Before Meeting With a Roofer?,” RoofSmart founder Jim Singleterry outlines several key considerations homeowners should understand before starting conversations with ...
Understanding how roofing contractors conduct roof assessments
By The Coffee Shops™. Professional roof inspections look beyond surface damage to assess the strength of the entire roofing system. Here’s a closer look at how it’s done. For property owners, roofing decisions are about more than just shingles and leaks. Structural integrity plays a major role in determining ...
The unexpected benefit of roofing maintenance
AskARoofer Expert Will Lorenz discusses how maintenance calls can build trust in client relationships. 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 White: Hello everyone, my name is ...
5 common causes of roof leaks
By Emma Peterson. Learn what might be causing small leaks and how to avoid them turning into expensive repairs. One of the hardest parts of dealing with a roof leak is that’s it’s not always obvious. Many leaks start out small and can be difficult to identify. But just because ...
One common oversight homeowners make
AAR Expert Will Lorenz tells homeowners to remember their warranty when making repairs. 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 White: Hello everyone, my name is Lauren ...
Protect your property with smarter drainage maintenance
By The Coffee Shops™. A spring drainage review can help identify roof issues before standing water turns into leaks, interior damage or costly repairs. Water damage on commercial roofs often starts quietly; it might be a clogged drain, some debris build up or just a low spot on the roof. ...
Preparing roofs before spring storms
By Jesse Sanchez. Spring weather brings heavy rain, strong winds and sudden temperature swings, making early roof preparation critical for protecting homes and commercial buildings. As spring storm season approaches, property owners face a familiar but increasingly unpredictable pattern of heavy rain, high winds and rapid temperature shifts. Those conditions ...
The power of preventative care
By The Coffee Shops™. Preventative roof maintenance can save homeowners thousands by addressing small problems before they escalate into costly repairs. For many homeowners, their roof is only a topic of mind when something goes wrong — a leak after heavy rain, shingles blown off in a windstorm or water ...
