Your roof has a important job to do. It’s your first line of defense against the elements and critical to the overall integrity of your home.
How Storms Can Damage Your Roof
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Wind Damage – It’s More than just missing shingles
With the heavy storms that moved across central PA yesterday it is important to keep your roof top of mind. Most people do not think about wind damage until they find a shingle laying in their yard or see missing shingles on their roof. While most shingles are rated for winds over 90 mph, damage can begin at around 50mph. Here are two examples of wind damage, one is clearly noticeable since the shingles were blown off, but the second one is only noticed by physically inspecting the shingles.
Summer Storms
Most homeowners only think about roof maintenance in the winter, or perhaps when a storm hits in the fall or spring. Sipping a cold one after a relaxing barbecue on the deck, your roof is probably the last thing on your mind. Unfortunately, Mother...
4 Common Causes of Roof Leaks
A leaking roof causes more trouble than an annoying “drip drop” from your ceiling; it can damage your attic insulation and roof deck and lead to mold and mildew growth and reduced energy efficiency. Roof leaks can be due to several causes, all of...
Dangers to Your Roof
Your roof faces attacks from the elements and other threats on a daily basis. No matter how good your roofing is, it is still vulnerable to damage. Here are some of the most common dangers to your roofs integrity. Tree BranchesIf you have tree...