Maintaining Your Roof
The secrets to a long-lasting roof
By Good Faith Energy. Is the thirty-year roof a myth or reality? Roofs are long term investments, but depending on the roof type, their longevity will vary. Usually, a roof will be labeled with a thirty-year lifespan. You can expect your roof to last at least thirty years. At most, ...
Give your roof a routine physical
By Emma Peterson. Even if we're not ill, we attend yearly physicals to catch any issues early. This principle of proactive care rather than reactive can also be applied to roofs. Maintenance is a part of life, from making sure your car oil gets changed every 5,000 miles to trimming ...
Protect your roof from wind damage
By Fields Roof Service. Key indicators to identify wind damage. In places with windy weather, roofs tend to have a shorter lifespan. The constant stress from the wind can break down roofs and cause significant damage. Wind as low as 25 mph has been known to cause damage and can ...
Top September stories: Roof maintenance, roof design and the generosity of the roofing community
By Dani Sheehan. Don’t miss these top articles on AskARoofer™ from last month. Three of the most read articles this month featured the generosity of the roofing community. A U.S. Navy veteran in Parkersburg, West Virginia, received a new roof for free thanks to the Owens Corning Roof Deployment Program; ...
Maintenance tips for commercial roofs
By Anna Lockhart. Staying on top of regular maintenance can prolong the life of your commercial building’s roof! In this special AskARoofer minisode, host Megan Ellsworth sits down with Lauren Morely of R3NG to discuss the important role commercial building owners and managers have in maintaining the integrity and ...
Contractor insights: Ryan Lephart, Great Roofing & Restoration
By DaVinci Roofscapes. The “Contractor Insights” below are some of the smartest, most honest answers you’ll ever get from a roofer. Straight-forward answers. That’s what you need when researching a new roof. And that’s exactly what Ryan Lephart, vice president of key accounts with Great Roofing and Restoration in Ohio is offering ...
Commercial roofing warranty 101 with TeamCraft Roofing
By Lane Farrell, TeamCraft. Ensuring your roof's longevity. Understanding your new commercial roof warranty is crucial to protecting your investment and ensuring a long lifespan for your roof. TeamCraft’s guide delves into the two primary types of warranties—contractor and manufacturer—highlighting key aspects and providing essential tips for maintaining these warranties. ...
Don’t moss around with your roof’s health
By Anna Lockhart. Moss growth is no joke — conducting regular roof checks and maintenance can limit and prevent its growth! In a recent AskARoofer Minisode, podcast host Megan Ellsworth sat down with Lori and Matt Swanson of Guardian Roofing and Gutters to discuss a common issue many homeowners ...
7 essential steps for preventing costly repairs
By Royalty Roofing. Stay ahead of leaks with proactive maintenance and smart strategies. When it comes to protecting your building from the costly damage of roof leaks, a reactive approach simply won’t cut it. Imagine the nightmare of dripping ceilings, water-stained walls and disrupted operations — all because ...
Maintaining quality indoor air conditions
By Anna Lockhart. Keeping up with the condition and maintenance of your indoor air quality units and HVAC systems is key to the building’s structural health. In the AskARoofer podcast episode, “Improving Indoor Air Quality,” host Lauren White is joined by guests Frank Santini from PureAir and Ryan Gottermeier ...
