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Modern alternatives to natural slate roofing
By Kate Smith, DaVinci Roofscapes. What’s the difference between real slate and composite slate roofing? Natural slate has been used as roofing for at least a thousand years. The layered structure of this attractive stone makes it easy to split into shingles; plus, it’s a durable, fire-resistant surface that can last up ...
From Canadian roots to quality roofs: Why Canuck Roofing chooses IKO shingles
By Emma Peterson. By working with quality IKO products, this Canadian company can build trust and get referrals in their community. Canuck Roofing in British Columbia, Canada, was founded by Will Franklin in 2008 with the goal of creating safe, reliable and high-quality roofs with transparent business practices. They are ...
Fast facts about this global shingle manufacturer
By IKO. Learn seven things you might not have known about the industry-leader IKO. We began our journey here at IKO Industries to being a global leader in shingle manufacturing all the way back in the 1951. From there, the rest was history. We are now a leading manufacturer ...
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 ...
Can I install snow guards just over doorways?
By Rocky Mountain Snow Guards. Snow guards are primarily installed on a roof above areas of high foot traffic. However, they're also used to protect any property you may have from sliding snow and ice avalanches from roofs. Over the years, homeowners have asked the question, “Can I just install snow guards ...
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 ...
Westlake Royal Building Products™ bolsters Newpoint™ Concrete Roof Tile operations, capacity in Florida to meet regional demand
Initiative addresses demand and enhances customer experience. Westlake Royal Building Products™ (Westlake Royal), a Westlake company, has announced a strategic investment initiative to enhance operations and capacity of Newpoint™ Concrete Roof Tile, the durable roofing system known for its superior strength and lasting beauty, in the state of Florida. As part ...
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 ...
Top October Stories: Sports team tribute, homeowner tips and the power of composite shake
By Anna Lockhart. Don’t miss these top articles on AskARoofer™ from last month! This spooky season, AskARoofer™ readers enjoyed articles from an array of topics. One of our most popular reads this month showcased the talents of Philidelphia artist PJ Villot and Scott Tisdale of ST Roofing, who, together, came ...
