The crocuses are blooming, the birds are chirping and you’ve made in through another New Jersey winter. Performing a post winter roof & gutter inspection will ensure that your house has done the same. Aggressive winter weather can wreak havoc on your home, often requiring gutters repairs as the warm weather arrives. Attend to gutter [...]
The valley of your home’s roof is the angle at which two roof slopes meet. For example, multiple wings in your home that are perpendicular to one another will form a valley to allow for efficient water run-off. Common Roof Valley Problems & Repair Tips Leaking valleys can be some of the most common and [...]
Skylights are exposed to harsh weather elements, and over time, this can lead to leaks and other related problems. Even if you take good care of your roof, skylight leaks may develop as a result of normal wear and tear. Fortunately, many skylight leak repairs can be done quickly and inexpensively. Skylight Leak Repair Finding the [...]
Piping that travels up through your attic and out through your roof can spring leaks, which leads to excess moisture. Over time, this added moisture creates structural instabilities and allows mold and mildew to grow in your attic. If you’ve noticed a roof leak originating in this piping, or you’ve noticed gaps between the pipes [...]
Roof damage in the state of NJ is quite common during the winter months, and can be especially costly in commercial roofing. While flat roofs are built to withstand a fair amount of snow, extreme ice buildup can cause structural damage if it is not properly handled. Some commercial roof repairs are inevitable, but there [...]
The less-than-predictable East Coast winters can wreak havoc on your NJ roof. Here are three of the most common winter roof problems—and the winterization steps you can take to avoid frustrating and costly roofing repairs. 3 Common Winter Roof Problems & Their Prevention Issue #1: Ice Dams Ice dams form when snow and ice build [...]
Roof inspectors are professional contractors who specialize in diagnosing the nature of roof problems and providing accurate repair estimates. While some roofing problems are obvious—missing shingles, weather damage, rot—others are very difficult for a layperson to identify. Roofing contractors in NJ can help you minimize expenses by precisely diagnosing the nature of the problem and [...]
Despite the rising interest in materials like copper and tile, most roofs are still made of shingles. Replacing a shingle roof can be a pricey proposition, so it’s beneficial to understand simple fixes and preventive measures that extend roof life and protect your roofing investment. 5 Easy Shingle Roofing Repairs Here are five easy repair [...]
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 [...]
As the days get shorter and winter makes an appearance, it’s the ideal time to schedule your fall roofing inspection. Autumn is the prime time to take care of any minor roofing repairs that may be needed to keep your roof shingles healthy during the long, bitter cold. Healthy Shingles for a Safe Roof A [...]
