When Disaster Strikes
What Are Rooftop Ice Dams and How Can You Prevent Them?
By Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) Here’s why it’s never too early to start preventative maintenance on your roof before next winter. If this last winter showed us anything, it’s that homeowners in any part of the country can experience harsh winter storms. That’s why we at the Metal Roofing Alliance ...
Hurricane Ian Was no Match for the Dempsey’s Home
By Cass Jacoby. The TAMKO shingles on Laura and Justin Dempsey’s home withstood over 150 mph wind for 10 hours, allowing them to focus on helping others recover post hurricane rather than trying to repair their roof. Cape Coral, Florida was a direct hit for Hurricane Ian last September. Homeowners ...
GCP Helps Business That was Ravaged by Hurricane Dorian
By GCP. After a community was ransacked by Hurricane Dorian, GCP was there to help aid a small business in getting their infrastructure back up and running. The project On Green Turtle Cay in The Bahamas, Sid’s Grocery store is the most frequented store by locals and tourists alike. Unfortunately, ...
Homeowners' Guide to Fire-resistant Roofing
By Phoenix Roofing & Repair. Learn more about what it takes to make your roof as fire resistant as possible. Of all of the disasters that can strike a home, arguably none is as quick hitting and destructive as a fire. A leak can be annoying and insidious, while hail damage can ...
Fire Protection and Metal Wall Insulation
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. In looking at the safety of any building, the walls are a defining point of protection. According to ROCKWOOL, a manufacturer of stone wool insulation, “Effective metal stud wall insulation can minimize the risk of fire spreading. This is especially important when a ...
Temporary Roofing Solution Found for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)
By Stormseal. Stormseal offers residents hit by natural disasters the ability to stay in their homes by providing superior temporary roofing. Homeowners hit by natural disasters like Hurricane Ida have something to celebrate as a USACE pilot trial with Stormseal proves to be a success. Under the current program, ...
3 Roof Materials That Will Give Your Home A Fighting Chance Against Windstorms
By Cass Jacoby. Assessing how different roofing materials handle high winds and which one is best for your home. All it takes is one high windstorm to destroy your roof. Between wind-driven rains and wind speeds of over 150 mph it is no surprise that traditional roofing materials like shingles ...
Why Homes in Fire Prone Areas Need Class A Roofs
By Evelyn Witterholt. Homeowners in areas prone to wildfires need a Class A roof to protect their homes from fire damage. Although we are past the time for wildfire season, homeowners in areas with frequent fires need to get prepared for next year. A home made from older materials is ...
MRA Issues Repair and Rebuilding Warning in Hurricane Aftermath
Now that Hurricane Ian has passed, the Metal Roofing Alliance offers advice on ways to stay vigilant when hiring a contractor. The recovery effort from the damage caused by Hurricane Ian is sure to be a long, difficult road for many homeowners seeking to repair or rebuild. Unfortunately, the challenge can ...
I Have to Replace my Roof but it’s Winter! What do I do???
By Cass Jacoby. A heavy winter can be a doozy on your roof, which means you may need to replace it. Learn what to do should you find yourself in this situation. When it comes to being an adult, there are plenty of things that you are told ...
