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Introduction to Residential Metal Roofing

The next time you need a new roof installed, ask your roofing contractor about metal roofing. Metal roofing carries a wide variety of benefits over conventional roofing materials such as asphalt, slate or wood shingles. Metal roofing is an ideal choice for families that intend to live in their home over the long-term. Benefits of [...]

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Spanish Clay Tile Roofing Installation 101

The recent trend toward Mediterranean building styles has fueled a re-emergence of Spanish clay tile roofing. Long-prized for its aesthetic appeal, tile is also a durable and long-lasting roofing material that often carries up to a 50-year warranty. Although the cost of tile roofing may be high initially, there is seldom a need for roof [...]

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8 Steps to Roofing Replacement

When an existing roof has degraded due to weather, age, or substandard materials and workmanship, roofing replacement becomes necessary. Since re-roofing is a major investment, homeowners should keep these 8 important steps in mind when discussing their options with a qualified roofing contractor. 8 Steps to Roofing Replacement When selecting the type of roofing material [...]

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Metal Roofing Options: Aluminum Roofs

If you are planning to replace your roof in the near future, consider investing in metal roofing. Commonly used for commercial and residential structures, metal roofing options including copper, steel and aluminum. Advantages of Aluminum Roofing Aluminum is one of the most popular & affordable metal roofing options in residential & commercial roofing. Home and [...]

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Spanish Clay Tile Roofing in Commercial Applications

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

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

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

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

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

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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