Roofing 101
Contractor insights: Chris Paulus, Shake Guys®
By DaVinci Roofscapes. Chris Paulus, a cedar roofing specialist, shares some solid insights for your upcoming roofing experience. The need for a new roof can really shake up your life. So many decisions. So much research. “Contractor insights” offers you quick answers to some of the most important questions you’ll need to ...
Decoding roof warranties
By Quarve Contracting. What to know before signing your warranty. Roofing warranties can be convoluted and full of confusing jargon. There are several warranty options to consider and when organizing a roof replacement, adding another decision can be overwhelming. However, it is still important to understand these warranties. These warranties ...
Can homes have flat roofs? - Part 2
By IKO Industries. Unlock a world of design options with one of these eight flat roofing options! In the first part of this article, we covered how flat roofs can be used for more than just commercial, industrial and institutional buildings (on structures such as malls, warehouses, apartment buildings, hospitals and schools), ...
Can homes have flat roofs? - Part 1
By IKO Industries. When we think of commercial buildings we think of flat roofs and when we think of homes, we think of pitched roofs, why is that? In your day-to-day life, you probably see countless flat roofs. From malls and warehouses to apartment buildings, hospitals and schools, flat ...
What does your roofing warranty actually cover?
By Hannah Ford. Understand the ins and outs of roofing warranties and some of the common misconceptions. In this AskARoofer® Podcast episode, Lauren White visits with Marty Stout from Go Roof Tune-Up to discuss roofing warranties. There are several types of roofing warranties, and each has different benefits. “The most common warranty ...
Minimize additional roofing costs with these tips
By Exterior Home Solutions. The importance of setting up a budget buffer and picking the right roofing contractor to meet your needs. Roofs can cost tens of thousands of dollars and replacing one is considered a major renovation. With such a steep cost, it’s better to avoid possible unexpected expenses. ...
Key tips for surviving a roof replacement
By DaVinci Roofscapes. Get through your re-roofing project easily with these seven tips! You’ve heard the horror stories from friends. They had roofs replaced and lost their cherished landscaping due to careless roofers. Or their dogs howled the entire time. Or the project took twice the promised time to complete. Now it’s your ...
Contractor insights: Jason Totin, Totin Too, LLC
By DaVinci Roofscapes. Composite roofing is a smart investment. It has one of the highest wind, hail and fire ratings from a materials standpoint. One minute your roof is fine, the next minute it’s not. That’s when you need fast, clear guidance from experienced roofing professionals. Which is why we’ve created the ...
Discover the truth about your metal roof
By WeatherShield Roofing and Sheetmetal. Uncover the facts behind common metal roof myths to make smarter decisions for your home’s protection. When it comes to metal roofing, there are many common misconceptions. It's important not to believe everything that you hear though. By understanding the truth about metal ...
The rise of metal roofing: Why homeowners are making the switch
By Jesse Sanchez. Durable, cost-effective and versatile — metal roofs are quickly becoming the top choice for homeowners. In this episode of the AskARoofer podcast, hosts Megan Ellsworth and Lauren White discuss the increasing popularity of metal roofing with Renee Ramey, executive director of the Metal Roofing Alliance ...
