Protect your home investment by maintaining one of your most valuable assets: the roof over your head. Instead of leaving it to chance, be sure to perform regular maintenance checks on your roof annually. 4 Steps to DIY Spring Roofing Maintenance Step #1: Perform a Visual Inspection Take the time to get to know your [...]
Homeownership often coincides, by necessity, with a deep discovery of your inner “do-it-yourselfer.” While repairing your roof without professional guidance may cut costs in the short term, it’s not always a long-term fix. If you have shingle roofing that needs repairing, do some research to administer a PROPER fix—or seek the guidance of a qualified [...]
While wood shake roofs are beautiful and possess unfailing character that dates back to Colonial days, home and business owners may be hesitant to consider them because of their perceived maintenance requirements. It’s true that your wood shake roof will need to be properly maintained to fulfill it’s projected lifespan, but maintenance is not difficult—especially [...]
If you’ve discovered a water stain near your home’s brick or stone fireplace, your chimney flashing may require repair. If you’re not comfortable ascending your roof to complete the repair you should immediately call a roofing contractor experienced in dealing with leaking chimney flashing, to setup a chimney/roofing inspection to figure out what sort of [...]
When skylight installations go smoothly, you’ll enjoy warm, natural light while decreasing winter energy costs. Remember, though, that do-it-yourself skylight projects should be undertaken carefully in order to avoid roof leaks and costly repairs. To achieve calculated energy performance, it’s best to have a local roofing contractor install your skylight. However, if you prefer to [...]
When leaks develop in your aging or improperly sealed skylight, you may notice a number of symptoms. Skylight condensation, nearby water puddling or ceiling stains are signs that you either need to contact a roofer and request an inspection or get ready to do some investigating of your own. Common Causes of Skylight Leaks In [...]
If you caught our last blog post, you’re now familiar with the tools necessary for shingle roof removal. If you are planning to repair or replace your shingle New Jersey roof on your own as well, instead of hiring a New Jersey roofing expert, expect to need the following tools and materials at your disposal. [...]
Your New Jersey roof may have survived the snow and cold, but now it’s time to survey the damage that winter might have caused. Spring roof maintenance is a necessary part of lengthening the lifespan of your roof – and protecting your home’s precious interior. So, when it’s time to conduct your spring roof inspection, [...]
Slate roofing is an upscale, artistic choice for homes and businesses, due to its natural beauty, durability and sleek architectural look. And while slate roofs typically require minimal maintenance, your slate tiles may need occasional repairs. Frequency of repairs depends upon the mineral properties, fabrication method, installation techniques and inspection schedule of your New Jersey [...]
Spring has arrived—with its unpredictable moisture patterns, gale-force winds and leftover snowstorms. For New Jersey homeowners, that often means pesky roof leaks galore—in many common locations. 3 Common Roof Leak Locations – Prevention and Repair Tips: Leaking Chimneys Whether it’s due to aging caulk, cracked cement caps or flashing problems, chimneys are one of the [...]
