Important Tips to Protect Your Roof From Storm Damage
Storms can wreak havoc on your roof. Whether the damage is caused by hail, high winds or heavy snow or rain, you may be looking at costly repairs that you hadn’t planned or budgeted for. While you can’t control Mother Nature, there are a few things you can do to boost your roof’s protection against […]
4 Reasons to Install a Gutter Protection System
While it’s an important home maintenance task meant to keep the gutter system clog-free, you’d be hard-pressed to find a homeowner who looks forward to cleaning their gutters. One thing that could help make gutter maintenance easier are gutter covers.
Open vs. Closed Roofing Valley: Which Should You Choose?
Every roofing component, no matter how small or seemingly inconsequential, affects the performance of the whole system. This is why it’s important to choose high-quality features and products.
Why Hire a Roofer Who Offers Financing Options?
If you need to replace your roof and gutters right away because of unexpected damage but don’t have the cash, with the right company you can still do so by taking advantage of financing options offered through your roofing contractor.
Why Is Your New Roof Leaking?
It can be frustrating after spending a fortune on a brand-new roof to discover that it has sprung a leak the first time it rains. This can be even more irritating if you installed a new roof in the first place because your previous one was leaking. In this post, Winfield Builders explores the causes […]
Some Fast Facts About Metal Roofing
Metal can be used in just about any kind of roofing, except those with flat pitches. Today’s metal roof is available in various styles, colors and textures.
The Top Color Ideas for Your New Roof
Selecting the right color for your new roof can be daunting. After all, your accounts for a significant portion of your home’s exterior, and thus has a major impact on curb appeal. It will likely be many years before you need to replace your roof again, which is why you need to weigh your choices […]
Storm Damage Checklist: Areas of Your Roof That Require Priority Inspection
After a terrible storm, you should always check for signs of damage to your roof, and have any damage you find repaired immediately. In dire cases, you may even need to have your roof replaced, as roofing problems, whether big or small, invariably become bigger with neglect.
The Great Features of an EcoStar® Majestic Slate™ Tile Roof
Every roofing system deserves the best quality materials in order to defend your home against harsh weather. We scoured the roofing market for just such a product, and found EcoStar® Majestic Slate™, which combines both beauty and functionality in one sleek package.
Why Metal Roofs Are Better Than Tile
In the roofing industry, nothing can beat tiles in terms of longevity, especially slate tiles. However, while they do weather well, they’re not exactly durable. Roofing tiles can be surprisingly fragile, breaking from the impact of hailstones and even footsteps. Sustained gales can blow loose tiles off too, which then hit the ground and shatter.