Ventilation and Insulation
Learn why vents are a crucial part of your roof
By Elite Roofing. Proper roof ventilation can benefit your home in everything from energy efficiency to lifespan of the roof itself. Learn more about roof vents and what you should be looking for. If you're thinking about installing a new roof or wanting something different, make sure you fully ...
5 ways you can adapt roofing practices for regional conditions
By Royalty Companies. Understanding climate and weather conditions are key to building roofs that last. The experts at Royalty Companies in Fort Meyers, Florida love the state’s stunning beaches, a comfortably warm climate year-round and sunshine for days. But with these benefits come unique challenges when building and maintaining ...
5 reasons to choose spray foam insulation for attics
By Guardian Roofing and Gutters. Learn why people are choosing spray foam as a long-term, energy-efficient option for attic insulation. As the seasons shift, the one weather condition that is reliable in many areas is the moisture level. Choosing an insulation type for your attic that will keep you safe ...
Protect Your Home With Proper Ventilation
The most important aspect of roofing might surprise you. Moisture is considered to be one of the biggest threats a home can face, but with the proper ventilation, a roof and home can be protected from damage. Ventilation systems are a necessity in attics and are also required by the International ...
Winterize Your Home From Floor to Roof With This Handy Guide!
By Adam Cabrera. From roof maintenance to indoor upkeep, include IKO's fall maintenance guide when prepping for this coming winter. Fall is almost here, and it's the perfect time to start preparing your home for the winter ahead. During the colder months, harsher weather conditions can wear down the exterior of ...
Discovering the Components and Benefits of Metal Roofing Systems
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA. Picking a roofing system can be a tall order, but DECRA’s here to teach you all about metal roofs. The roof of your home has a lot more to offer than just the visible roofing material - it's a complete roofing system with components like ...
How Proper Roof Ventilation Helped Fix This Roof’s Damage
By Guardian Roofing. When this Seattle homeowner noticed their leaky, damaged roof, a new ventilation system was installed and fixed his problems. Moisture is one of the worst enemies a roof can have. When moisture builds up and gets neglected, it can cause mold, structural damage and even the deterioration ...
How to Give Your Building Occupants a Breath of Fresh Air
By Evelyn Witterholt. Here’s why air quality should be at the forefront of every building owner’s mind. In the past few years, more and more building owners have been increasingly considerate of their property’s air quality and for good reason. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) when a building’s ...
How a Double Roof System Can Reduce Heat
By LP Building Solutions. With a ventilated double roof system, homeowners facing extreme heat will have a reduced home temperature. Homeowners who live in warmer areas are likely thinking about how to reduce the temperature of their homes. When your home is cool, you are more comfortable, and you can ...
Keep Your Building Healthy by Maintaining the Air Quality
By Cayden Wemple. Often overlooked, indoor air quality is a massive factor in maintaining overall building safety. There’s nothing worse than being in a building where it’s hard to breathe. It’s often not accounted for, but there’s a good chance that it’s hard to breathe because the air quality ...
