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Spanish Clay Tile Roofing in Commercial Applications

By Lukasz Sobczuk | Published: November 29, 2011

Clay tile roofing is becoming increasingly popular with homeowners who are drawn to its beauty and long life, but what about its applicability to commercial and industrial properties? Clues about potential uses in non-residential buildings can be found by examining the material’s properties, benefits and limitations. Clay tile is a fairly heavy but extremely durable [...]

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Fall is the Best Time to Replace a Leaky Roof

By Lukasz Sobczuk | Published: November 22, 2011

New roofing is best installed in the fall, since New Jersey winters are particularly hard on roofing materials. Before freezing rain, snow and gusty winds set in, discuss your roof replacement with a professional NJ roofing contractor. If you’ve already seen evidence of roof leaks in need of repairs, you should act especially quickly. As [...]

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Why a Standing Seam Metal Roof is Worth the Investment

By Lukasz Sobczuk | Published: October 4, 2011

Roof replacement is a daunting task, especially if you’re weighing the pros and cons of different roofing materials. When it’s time to revive your roof, consider a standing seam metal roofing option. Made from panels that securely interlock, standing seam roofs attach in vertical sections from the rooftop to the eaves. While the initial cost [...]

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Roofing Repair vs. Replacement: How to Make the Right Call

By Lukasz Sobczuk | Published: September 27, 2011

Your home is likely one of your biggest investments—and your roof is one of the most important ways to protect that investment. If your roof leaks, is showing signs of weather damage, or is looking worse for wear, you may need to replace it. Roofing Repair vs. Replacement: How to Make the Right Call Because [...]

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Residential Metal Roofing: 5 Reasons Behind Its Growing Popularity

By Lukasz Sobczuk | Published: September 13, 2011

Metal roofing is most commonly fashioned from sturdy, treated strips of copper, steel or aluminum, and it is becoming an increasingly popular alternative to traditional asphalt shingles. While the up-front costs of metal roofing tend to be higher, on average, than you would pay to have shingles installed, the long-term advantages of metal roofing are [...]

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5 Metal Roofing Installation Mistakes Your Roofer Must Avoid

By Lukasz Sobczuk | Published: August 23, 2011

There is no denying that metal roofing has become a popular option home and business owners opt for these days. Durability, energy efficiency and fire resistance are just a few of the reasons that more and more homeowners are choosing metal roofing for their homes and businesses. Although metal roofs can outlast all other kinds [...]

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Pros and Cons of Copper Roofing

By Lukasz Sobczuk | Published: August 16, 2011

Metal roofs are becoming increasingly popular as homeowners seek long-lasting, eco-friendly alternatives to asphalt shingles and other traditional roofing materials. Pros and Cons of Copper Roofing One of today’s most aesthetic, popular metal roofing selections is copper. Copper roofing is striking, especially as it ages. Established copper roofs develop a unique, blue/green “patina” over time, [...]

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Pros and Cons of Popular Commercial Roofing Materials

By Lukasz Sobczuk | Published: August 9, 2011

In many cases, a commercial roof requires considerations that do not apply to residential roofing projects. The majority of industrial buildings have roofs without the steep slopes found on many homes, and industrial roofs also require additional safety considerations. While composition shingles, wooden shakes and clay-based tiles are often used for residential roofing projects, commercial [...]

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Slate Roofing Repair: Cost-Effective Alternatives to Replacement

By Lukasz Sobczuk | Published: August 2, 2011

Dubbed “100 year roofs” for their durability, slate roofs actually have service lives of 60 to 200 years.  Chosen for their aesthetically pleasing patterns and details, among other benefits, slate roofs have been around for centuries and are prominently found on homes, churches, institutions and government buildings. Because of the unique craftsmanship of slate roofs [...]

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Roofing Inspection 101: What to Expect

By Lukasz Sobczuk | Published: July 12, 2011

Why Get a Home Roof Inspection? When you have your roof inspected, you’ll be issued pretty thorough information about the condition of your roof.  You’ll also receive an estimate of how long you can expect your roof to last.  At that time, you can also find out what repairs may be needed, and get a [...]

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