Roofing 101
Wildfire Season is Coming: For Homeowners, it's Time to Heed the Four "S's" for Safety and Preparedness
Gear up: hot weather is coming and that means, it’s the start of wildfire season. Preparing a “fire hardened” home is essential as wildfires threaten more U.S. and Canadian regions than ever before. Leading residential trade organizations such as the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) and wildfire safety experts say it is ...
The Dangers of DIY Roof Replacement and Alternatives
By HER Roofing. Keep reading to learn about the dangers of attempting DIY projects and the need for professional help in roofing projects! It is understandable that some projects may seem, at first glance, like it would be too expensive or unnecessary to seek professional help and that ...
Why You Should Get a Professional Estimate Before a Roof Replacement Project
By Cayden Wemple. If you are looking to have a roof replacement project done, it’s best to get a professional to examine the situation. All projects are unique! Is it time to replace your roof? It’s best not to take any guesses for what kind of work needs to be ...
How to Choose the Best Roof Material for Your Home
By Guardian Roofing. Protect one of the most important assets of your home with a roofing material that is best suited for the elements in your region. What’s a home without a roof? And like so many of the aspects of your home, a roof needs to fit not ...
California’s Title 24 – What it Means
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA. Have you heard of Title 24? Learn more about California’s initiative to improve energy efficiency in building standards. As pollution and uncertainty in power grids during the late twentieth century began to grow, the state of California Building Standards Commission created Title 24 of the ...
Contractor Insights: Andrew Prchal, Gunner Roofing
By DaVinci Roofscapes. Andrew Prchal, co-owner of Gunner Roofing, shares what he thinks customers should look for when getting a roof replacement. Wouldn’t it be great if you could ask a professional roofer for some solid advice? That’s what our “Contractor Insights” feature is all about. Down-to-earth answers to key questions that ...
ARMA Produces New Educational Video "The Right Roof System for Your Home"
What roof system is best for your home? That is the question many homeowners ask when looking to replace their roofs. The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) has produced a short, educational video designed to help homeowners understand the fundamental components of an asphalt roofing system and make a more informed ...
Building Maintenance Made Easy
By Evelyn Witterholt. Although being a building owner can be difficult, staying on top of building maintenance doesn’t have to be with a managed assets group. Keeping your building in good condition is no easy feat and sometimes it may feel hard to keep up with a proper maintenance schedule. ...
Three Requirements for Passive House Construction
By LP Building Solutions. Learn what methods and requirements are needed for a construction project to be considered a passive house. If you work in construction, you might have seen more passive homes showing up all over the world. But you also might be wondering, what exactly is a passive ...
Key Qualities a Homeowner Should Look for in a Roofing Contractor
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. As a homeowner, ensuring that your roof is in good condition is crucial in protecting your home and family from the elements. Finding a reputable and reliable roofing contractor is essential for roof repair or replacement. However, with so many contractors, it can be challenging to ...
