John Kenney - AAR Expert
Q&A – What do I do if my roof was built atop an older roof?
Two roofs aren’t better than one. A Georgia homeowner seeks advice for their secondary roof issue. Melissa, a homeowner from Georgia, experienced issues with ductwork amid their roofing system and asked: Our roof appears to have been built on top of the house's old flatter roof, leaving us with about ...
AAR Q&A - How can I prevent ice dams?
A Michigan homeowner is ready to rid himself of a recurring problem. Keith, a homeowner from Michigan, wanted to know the proper course of action to take to repair their roof and avoid future ice dams, and asked: Good morning. I have a roof over my two bedrooms that ...
How solar panels impact roof life and structure
AAR Expert John Kenny says thoughtful planning today ensures lasting performance for decades to come. As solar technology becomes more affordable and energy efficiency moves to the forefront of building priorities, homeowners and commercial property owners increasingly turn to rooftop solar installations. While solar panels can be a smart investment for ...
Top June stories: Building resilience for a sustainable future
By Dani Sheehan. Catch up on the most read articles from last month on AskARoofer™! As storm seasons grow longer and more intense, homeowners across the country are rethinking how they protect their properties. Last month’s articles spotlighted how roofing choices and educational initiatives are helping individuals and communities build ...
Roofing made simple
By Emma Peterson. Get advice from contractors in the field with these 10-minute episodes! Here at AskARoofer, we know that life moves fast! That’s why we created the AskARoofer (AAR) Minisode series. Released twice a month, this podcast connects home and building owners like you to information about roofs in ...
Q&A – Roof ridges, holes, leaks and more!
Expert answers to four questions from homeowners like you! We created AskARoofer to help connect professionals in the roofing industry with home and business owners looking to learn more about roofing. One part of how we do this is getting expert answers to our users' questions. Here are four questions that ...
The hidden risks of poor roof ventilation: Mold, condensation and structural damage
AAR Expert John Kenney says that proper roof ventilation is not just a technical detail, it's a fundamental part of protecting your building and investment. Roofing systems are designed to protect, insulate and manage moisture, but even the most advanced materials won't perform as intended without one critical component: proper ventilation. ...
Q&A – Galvanized gutters
Worried about corrosion in their gutter system, this homeowner reached out for some extra insight. James from Louisiana recently reached out to AskARoofer looking for some expert insight into how a copper gutter would interact with a galvanzed downspount. They asked: My roofer has replaced galvanized gutters at the edge of ...
Q&A – How does hail impact synthetic slate?
Looking to prep for the storm season, this homeowner had some question about roofing materials and hail. Living in Louisiana, homeowner Michelle has faced their share of storms. When looking at roofing materials, they came to get some advice about hail performance, asking: What impact could you expect from hail on a ...
Roofing considerations for historic homes
AAR Expert John Kenney says roofing an older or historic home is not just a repair; it's a responsibility. Replacing or repairing the roof on an older home with historical significance requires more than standard materials and routine installation. These homes come with character, craftsmanship and architectural integrity that must be ...
