Is Your Roof Ready for Santa? A Winter Roof Check
A Winter Roof Check: Is Your Roof Up to the Task? Then there is the question of whether your roof can stand up to what winter has in store. Have you given it an once over for clogged gutters or a shingle or two on the loose after the last storm? One does not want […]
How Fixing Hail Damage This Fall Saves Money Before Winter
Save for the winter and make this year’s hail damage a thing of the past The hail season has left your roof looking the worse for wear? One is tempted to wonder if a dent or two can be put off until spring, or whether you will only be adding to the cost of repairs […]
Warning Signs Your Gutters Are Failing
The last storm may have left you with water running over the roofline. Or perhaps you are finding streaks and stains on the siding that were absent a year ago. There is a nagging thought that what seems a minor issue with the gutters could be on its way to becoming an expensive fix. You […]
Fall Roof and Home Exterior Tips for Texas Panhandle Homeowners
Tips for the Home Exterior in the Texas Panhandle this Fall The summer has been hard on your roof with all the heat and hail? You may be wondering if your siding and gutters can stand up to a cold front. Then there is the question of what needs tending to before winter makes itself […]
Common Roof Problems Texas Panhandle Wind Causes
After a night of wind one finds shingles strewn about the yard. The thought of your roof not standing up to a storm as it makes its way over the plains is a concern. Then there is that whistling from the attic and you are left to question if it is of any import. For […]
Roofs Are Not Boring Like Many Think
Many homeowners think of metal, tile, or plain shingles when roofs come to mind. But roofs have been built to serve multiple purposes over the centuries. People have constructed them from a variety of materials, such as volcanic ash, grass, tiles, and metal covered over with paint designed to deflect the heat. What many do […]
Roofing Styles That Give Your Home Some Charm
The roof is the very first thing that folks will see when they come up into your driveway or yard. Your property can become the eyesore of the neighborhood if the roof looks ugly or aged. Upgrading to some stylish choices will provide you with optimal protection from the elements and enhance the curb appeal […]
What to Do After Potential Storm Damage to Your Roof
Heavy storms can cause punctures and shingle damage, wreaking havoc on your roof. In addition to calling a roofer, you’ll need to complete a few steps yourself. Don’t worry, none of these steps involve going up on the roof. However, acting soon makes it easier to navigate this frustrating situation. Check for Potential Damage Walk […]
How to Help the Roof on Your Older Home Last Longer
The wear and tear that roofs experience over decades of use on older homes can make them more vulnerable to problems. As the sun beats down on the roof each day, its UV rays can make the shingles brittle, so much so that they detract from the home’s curb appeal and increase the risk of […]
What’s New About Wooden Shakes for Your Roof
There is a difference between wooden shakes and wooden shingles. Shingles are machine-cut and have a tidy, uniform look. Shakes are split by hand. Because of this, they make your roof look attractively rustic. Natural shakes and shingles are made of wood that bears up well under the weather. These woods include cedar, redwood, cypress […]