Roofing 101
Creating homes that balance form and function
By Emma Peterson. How you can enhance your home’s curb appeal with strategic roofing design choices. The roof of your home is a determining factor in not only your home’s structural integrity, but also its curb appeal. While the curb appeal might seem more trivial in comparison to the structural ...
Adding the cherry on top: Metal ornamentals
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the history of metal ornamentals and how they can add that finishing touch to a building! In this episode of the AskARoofer Podcast, Lauren White and Megan Ellsworth sat down with Alina Bosak of Chicago Metal Supply to discuss metal roof ornamentals. Alina is the ...
Energy-efficient roofing for California homeowners: Meeting Title 24 requirements
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Understanding Title 24 and the cool roof movement in California. As California is one of the most highly populated states in the U.S., the government has worked to create unique solutions to the challenges that come with that population density. Since the 1970s, they ...
Roof replacement concerns in the southwestern U.S.
By Dani Sheehan. With this roof cost calculator, you’ll receive an accurate estimate based on factors specific to your location and be paired with a local contractor ready to start your project. If you live in the southwestern United States region, chances are you don’t realize how lucky you are ...
Like an onion, a roof has many layers
By Emma Peterson. Roofs are an expensive investment, learn about the basics of the roof so you can make informed decisions about your roof. Whether you're like Shrek and live in a swamp, or live in the suburbs of LA, you want to have a solid roof over your head ...
Tips and tricks to financing a roof replacement
By Exterior Home Solutions. Save money on your next roof with these simple strategies. It is essential to thoroughly plan when taking on large home improvement projects like roof replacements. Understanding your budget, the potential costs and the best financial strategy will set you up for success. This roofing checklist, prepared ...
Q&A - Siding or roofing first?
This Texas homeowner wanted to know how to optimize water flow and minimize flashing errors in their home renovation and turned to the experts for advice. Embarking on a home renovation project involving roof and siding replacement requires careful planning to ensure optimal results. For homeowners, deciding whether to tackle the ...
Looking to replace your roof? Good news. Every dollar you spend will increase your home resale value
By Westlake Royal Building Products/Roofing Solutions. When considering home retrofits and which ones to complete, it’s wise to consider the options that will grow your home’s resale value. According to the 2022 Remodeling Impact Report, there are just two major products that give you 100% cost recovery and one of them, notably, ...
Protect your investments and properties
By Emma Peterson. Check out this webinar that will help you understand the role of building design in loss mitigation. If you own a building, there are a variety of loss mitigation strategies that you might consider. These include preventative actions such as risk assessment of natural disasters and structural ...
Q&A - Where is the best place to start when shingling a roof with a patio cover?
After adding a patio cover that connects to both sides of the main roof, Bob asks about the best starting point for shingling their roof. Bob, a homeowner in California, had this question to ask regarding their roofing and shingle needs: “I put on a new roof a little over ...
