Feature Your Business With Us!

LGC Roofing has been serving New Jersey customers for the past 25 years. We’ve been taking a great pride in helping our communities grow, one roof at a time.

What we are doing!

We love to support our customers and fellow business owners. That’s why we’ve committed ourselves to promoting other family run businesses in NJ, businesses who can help New Jersey residents with their home improvement projects or provide any home services they might need.

How will you benefit!

This is a great marketing opportunity for your business. You will gain additional exposure (most our visitors are from NJ), a link back to your website and even direct leads/clients. This will be a regular feature with high traffic potential so don’t miss out. It’s free advertising for you and your business.

Does your business qualify?

In order for your business to be featured, it needs to fulfill the following criteria:

• be a home improvement/home services business
• be family owned and operated
• operate in New Jersey (NJ)

So what do you have to do?

Simply leave a comment here expressing your interest and we will contact you.

What will happen next?

We will ask you to submit (in 100 words or less):

• description of who you are and what you do
• description of what sets you apart, what is your specialty
• URL of you website plus your social media account (Twitter, Facebook, MySpace, etc.) if you have a presence there (please choose one)
• one image

Once approved, your business will be added to our monthly “Featured NJ Business” post.

NJ Roofing Blog Featured on “50 Sites To Help You Remodel Your Home”

NJ Roofing Blog has been featured in an article at ConstructionManagementSchools.net as one of the “50 Sites To Help You Remodel Your Home”.

We are very honored to have been recognized as a top useful resource. We love sharing our knowledge and experience to help you!

Here is an excerpt from “50 Sites To Help You Remodel Your Home”:

“If you are thinking of, in the middle of, or have finished remodeling your home, here are 50 sites that will help you or allow you to use your knowledge to help others. Through these sites you will find everything from architects and designers to real people going through the same process. If you have a question or in need of ideas, this list will help you get there.”

Continue reading: 50 Sites To Help You Remodel Your Home

5 Components of The Roof Inspection Process

Last week we’ve talked about why it is necessary to have your roof inspected on a regular basis. Today we will detail the roof inspection process so that you can get the most out of your roofing professional who will handles the inspection of your roof.

Whether you’re experiencing a leak or scheduling routine home maintenance, comprehensive roof inspections should always be conducted by qualified professionals. Since your roof is the most weather-exposed part of your home, a thorough inspection will include an interior and exterior evaluation of the roof’s structure.

While each roofing company is different, there are a number of things you should expect when an inspector arrives at your home.

• Roof inspections often include a walkthrough of your home. During this portion of the evaluation, inspectors can examine ceilings, walls and attic areas for internal evidence of wind, water or hail damage. If you’re concerned about electrical or drywall problems, let your inspector know immediately.
• A quality roofing specialist should walk the perimeter of your home, noting the location of chimneys, gutters, vents and flashing points. Later in the inspection, these elements will be evaluated more extensively for maintenance/repair requirements.
• External roof inspections include a careful examination of the home’s siding and eaves. During this portion of the roofing evaluation, your inspector will check for external water stains, hail dings and indications of dry rot.
• After a thorough look at your home’s interior and exterior, a skilled roofer will ascend the roof to examine its construction, flashing, vents and chimney. Common problems reported by your inspector may include missing shingles, broken shakes or tiles, cracked flashings, damaged chimney bricks, open seams or wear from extreme sun-exposure.
• While on the roof, a qualified inspector should also assess the condition of your gutters. Improper installation, debris buildup or warped metal may cause drainage problems that could lead to structural damage or interior leaks if not addressed.

During your inspection, a roofing professional may also photograph damage from the interior or exterior of your home. You can request copies of these photos for your records, along with a comprehensive copy of the roofing report. The report should contain information about replacement or maintenance requirements, in addition to detailed pricing for each recommended item.

Schedule a Roof Inspection Today

Many homeowners live in their homes for a decade or more without ever scheduling a routine roof inspection. If this is true for you, make your home’s health a priority today. Call our contractors before fierce winter weather sets in. We’ll send a qualified professional to assess your home’s roof before you experience a damaging leak.

5 Things You Need To Get Out of Your Roofing Estimates

When you decide it’s time to replace your roof, finding the right roofing contractor might be a hassle. I will try to explain how to choose the right roofer for your project so your new roof doesn’t cost you more then it should.

As a first step you need to get few roofing estimates that you can later compare. Contact at least three roofing contractors in your area – that should be enough to find the right one. Look for the contractors online, in the yellow book or ask your friends and neighbors. Gather your written estimates with warranty information from all of the contractors you’ve contacted. Now it’s your job to choose who the best fit is.

There are five important factors you should consider before deciding who to hire:

• First impression -  Was the contractor on time? Did he look professional? Did he explain all steps and aspects of the job? Did he provide his best option and offered various solutions? Did he listen to your suggestions and ask for your questions?
• Details of the estimate -  Did he give you detailed estimate with all steps to be taken? For how long will he guarantee his work? Who will do the actual work, him or subcontractor?
• Price - Is his price final? Are there going to be extra charges? Are all your selected contractors using the same type of the material? Is the contractor insured and licensed to do roofing? How much deposit does he require?
• Legal aspect -  Is he going to obtain all necessary permits? Is he going to dispose of all trash lawfully?
• Job details -  How soon can he start? How long will it take from start to completion? How many people will be working on your project?

Getting a roofing estimate is more then just finding out how much your new roof will cost you. You need to hire the right roofer or you might be paying the price later on.

Make the right selection by asking the right questions. Hopefully you will hire the right guy and not end up with unprofessional contractor.

Lukasz Sobczuk, LGC Roofing