A New Era for Roof Coatings
Spring has sprung, and while you may be rejoicing about the ensuing warm weather, don’t forget that your Columbus roofing system still needs a coat – a roof coating that is. Roof coatings are essential because they protect existing surfaces, enhancing the lifespan of your roof. Longer lifespans will save you a lot of money […]
Three Roofing Contractor Scams to Avoid
Every profession has its share of corrupt workers, and the Columbus roofing contractor business is no exception. Knowing the difference between the professionals and the crooks will save you and your Columbus roofing system from a lot of trouble. Below are three types of crooked contractors you should avoid at all costs. The Low-Baller If a […]
Fixing an Ice Dam on Your Roof
With such erratic weather patterns in the past few months, including snow storms in October and warm weather in January, homeowners must pay special attention to the potential forming of ice dams on their Columbus roofing systems. Ice dams are chunks of ice that form along the borders of your roof. They are virtually harmless […]
Selecting the Perfect Roofing Nails
Many roofing endeavors, such as fastening shingles, require the use of roofing nails, which are available in a variety of materials and sizes and are more durable than standard or traditional nails. The type of shank helps differentiate between the different roofing nails. So which nails will work best for your Columbus roofing system? If […]
Benefits of Green Roofing Insulation
Kermit the Frog once proclaimed, “It isn’t easy being green.” Apparently, he didn’t know very much about green, eco-friendly Columbus roofing insulation. Roofing insulation keeps homes warmer during the winter and cooler during the summer, thus slashing your energy bill while reducing your home’s carbon footprint. Unfortunately, the most common material used in Columbus roofing […]
How to Remove Mold From Your Roof
Your home is supposed to be for growing old, not for growing mold. But every now and then, disgruntled homeowners find ugly streaks of mold on their Columbus roofing system. Not only is this mold unsightly, but also it can actually shorten the lifespan of shingles. Fortunately, there are a number of do-it-yourself commercial products […]
Do you know your roof’s fire ratings?
All roofing systems are not created equal. Some protect against outside elements, including fire, better than others. A roof can ignite due to a number of circumstances, including a brush fire, chimney sparks, and airborne brands ejected from a neighboring building. Therefore, fire resistance is an important safety consideration. It is also why the Federal […]
