What are your criteria for hiring roofing contractors? Do you have a list of questions ready or do you just go with your gut feeling? One of the things you should consider when hiring a roofing contractor is if they are local.  In a previous post, we’ve mentioned the importance of that. However, there is more information that you should know before finalizing your hire. Here’s a checklist of the things you should know about

Take a look at the buildings in your community. Can you identify what are the commercial ones from the residential ones just by looking at them? One way to identify them apart is the appearance of their roof.  Although this is not the standard or a requirement, it is quite common for commercial buildings to have flat roofs. Have you ever wondered why commercial buildings have flat roofs? We’ll reveal that mystery today! The Size

Hot summer days in the Raleigh-Durham area can be exhausting. Even if you’re not doing anything, it seems like the heat is sucking up all your energy. Cranking up your AC is a good but expensive solution. But did you know that your roof can also help your house cool down? The roof does provide shade against the sun and that will definitely help with the heat. However, that heat may also transfer to the

Roofs are meant to outlast various environmental factors. They are made durable so that they can protect the whole house. However, they do not last forever and will require roof repair at some point. If you don’t keep an eye on your roof, your roof repair can lead to a more costly roof replacement. You have to remember that there are different ways on how the roof gets damaged. In this way, you may prevent

The roof isn’t exactly the sexiest feature on a commercial or residential property, but it happens to be the primary protection an builder uses against the unending barrage of environmental weathering. As such, it is best to have your roof checked and repaired regularly.  However, if you haven’t been constant with your maintenance and repair schedules, you may find yourself in need of a roof replacement. Roof replacement can be more costly than simple roof