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Storm-ready roofing to stay ahead of hurricane season
By GAF. Choose the best roofing materials for maximum hurricane protection and peace of mind. Hurricanes are increasingly hitting parts of the United States with incredible winds and rain that tear apart even the sturdiest homes. Choosing the right roofing material can help improve the longevity of your roof and ...
Protecting your investment with knowledge
AAR Expert Wendy Marvin shares her thoughts on navigating materials, warranties and more in the roofing world. Dear homeowners and building owners, It feels like we're on our own lately, doesn't it? Constantly navigating pushbacks just to get what we need and deserve for our properties. Understanding the reality of roofing ...
The right way to roof: Why one layer is all you need
By The Third Estimate. A strong, healthy roof starts with smart choices, so begin with a clean slate! When it comes to roofing, cutting corners isn’t saving; it’s setting you back. At The Third Estimate, we believe the smartest investment you can make in your home starts at the top. ...
Investing in joy and performance
By Emma Peterson. DaVinci composite roofing delivers lasting value for homeowners. Recently, Lauren White had the chance to sit down with Megan Stone, program manager at DaVinci Roofscapes, and Anthony Walsh, founder and owner of DuraShield Roofing & Contracting, for an episode of the AskARoofer Podcast. The conversation focused on ...
4 variables of roof replacement costs
By Westfall Roofing. Your roof’s price tag isn’t just about shingles, it’s a story of structure, scale and what lies beneath. Sticker shock is common when homeowners first hear what a new roof might cost, but that surprise usually comes from not knowing what goes into the overall number. At ...
Simplifying roof replacements in the South
By Dani Sheehan. Start your roof replacement journey today with Instant Roofer’s free and easy roof cost calculator. Replacing a roof in the southern United States comes with its own set of challenges. From scorching summer heat to seasonal storms and hurricanes, if you live in this region, you know ...
Are your shingles built for today’s weather?
By Jenny Yu. Storms are getting stronger — your roof should be, too. Learn how FORTIFIED and Class 3 impact-rated shingles help protect your home against hail, wind and unpredictable weather. As climate patterns shift and severe weather becomes more frequent, the materials protecting your home — especially your ...
Q&A – Asphalt roof advice
Before starting their reroofing project, this homeowner checked in with the AskARoofer Experts for a bit of advice. Ann, a homeowner from California, recently asked our expert for their thoughts on their asphalt roof. Ann asked: I have a single layer asphalt roof on my house. It is 30+ years old but ...
Big insurance savings with composite roofing
By DaVinci Roofscapes. Here’s a switch. Instead of your roof costing you money each year, it can actually save you money. It’s happening again. Last summer we reported on homeowner savings of up to 20% on insurance policies for houses with composite roofing. Now that number has more than DOUBLED for two ...
Pros and cons of real cedar shake roofing
By DaVinci Roofscapes. As far back as settlers in Colonial times, cedar shakes have been used on homes. Through the generations, an abundance of trees made it easy to have cedar shake shingles on a roof. However, in today’s world, we lack the same great quantities and qualities of wood. Over time ...
