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Q&A – Why do some homes not have gutters?

Q&A – Why do some homes not have gutters?

Looking around their neighborhood, this homeowner noticed something strange. Alex, a homeowner in Northwest Arkansas, recently noticed that some of the homes in their neighborhhod had gutters. But most of them didn't, including theirs. They came to the AskARoofer Experts for some insight into why, asking: I live in Northwest Arkansas ...


Westlake Royal Building Products™ introduces Citadel™ PRO self-adhered poly-coated base sheet

Westlake Royal Building Products™ introduces Citadel™ PRO self-adhered poly-coated base sheet

Roofing underlayment solution provides advanced weather protection and simple installation for the Florida market. Westlake Royal Building Products™ (Westlake Royal), a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), has introduced Citadel PRO, a self-adhered poly-coated base sheet that provides superior protection and simplified installation for roofers, when compared to mechanically fastened base sheets. Citadel PRO, ...


ICP Cool roofs and hot savings

Cool roofs and hot savings

By Emma Peterson. Learn how tax credits and incentives have made energy-efficient roofing more accessible than ever before. Roofing contractors have been at the forefront of using cool roofs and walls to reduce energy consumption and decrease the commonality of urban heat islands (UHI). 2022 saw one of the big ...


Third Estimate 5 steps to sturdy siding

5 steps to sturdy siding

By Michael Choma, The Third Estimate. Don’t let your home’s exterior be an afterthought. Your home’s siding is its first line of defense against the elements, yet it’s often overlooked until problems arise. From the searing heat of summer to the relentless rains of spring, siding endures it all, but ...


GAF Down to the edge

Down to the edge: Protecting your home from the elements

By GAF. The roof edge trim of your home is a small but crucial component to maintaining the structural integrity of your roof. Understand these components and learn how to keep them properly maintained. Eaves, soffits and fascia are crucial components of your roof system but are frequently overlooked. Each ...


To slate or not to slate

To slate or not to slate

By Nick Post, KPost. Understanding the longevity of slate versus synthetic slate roofs. Slate roofs have been a popular choice for lavish homes since the 1300s because they give a luxurious and classic edge to a house. These roofs rose in popularity in the U.S. around the 1600s and have ...


Flashing: The unsung hero of roof protection

Flashing: The unsung hero of roof protection

By The Durable Slate Company. Ensure the longevity and durability of your roof by installing and maintaining your roof flashing. Roof flashing – this thin barrier stands between your home and potentially devastating water damage. But flashing isn’t just about keeping things dry, it’s a critical component that could mean ...


RMSG No-Maintenance Guarantee

“No-Maintenance Guarantee” on snow retention products from Rocky Mountain Snow Guards

Rocky Mountain Snow Guards introduces a no-maintenance guarantee for their snow retention systems. Homeowners have enough chores to worry about without being concerned about maintaining the snow retention systems on their roofs. That’s why Rocky Mountain Snow Guards provides a “No-Maintenance Guarantee” on their snow guards and fence-style snow retention systems. According ...


IKO Creating homes that balance form and function

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 ...


Chicago Adding the cherry on top: Metal ornamentals

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 ...


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