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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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Commercial Roofing Materials Options: EPDM Roofing

Today’s commercial buildings vary in style and size, but they all have one thing in common: they all need a durable, easy-to-maintain, and cost-effective commercial roofing system. Whether for the commonplace flat-roofed commercial box, or a sophisticated architectural masterpiece, EPDM roofing may be the right choice. Commercial Roofing Materials Options: EPDM Roofing What is EPDM [...]

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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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Spring Maintenance of Your Wood Shake Roof

Part of the charm of a wood or cedar roof is the weathered look that comes with exposure to the natural elements. Wood shake roofing is surprisingly resilient to the weather, but it does require proper roof maintenance to enhance its appearance, maximize its effectiveness, and prolong its life. By following few simple steps in [...]

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NJ Top Green Roofing Option: Metal Roofing

To many families, going green means recycling materials in the home, limiting the amount of waste produced, and buying food and other consumer goods locally. You can also protect the environment and save your family money by participating in green roofing. Green roofing simply means choosing eco-friendly roofing materials when it’s time to replace your [...]

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DaVinci Slate Roofing Installation Project in Trenton, NJ

Slate roofing is amongst our favorite roofing material we install.  Slate roofs are beautiful, durable and cost-effective. Sometimes they’re not the easiest to install, as it is the case with original slates, but we really enjoy each and every one of those projects! Here are some photos from our recent project: DaVinvi slate roofing installation [...]

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Metal Roof Maintenance: Preventing Corrosion

Metal roofing is well-known for its durability, but another of its advantages is that it is relatively easy to maintain. Metal Roofing Maintenance – Preventing Corrosion Your primary task in metal roof maintenance is to prevent corrosion, which can ruin both the appearance and the structural integrity of your roof. Preventing corrosion involves the periodic [...]

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Slate Roofing Material Options: Composite vs. Original Slates

When home or business owners are searching for the most aesthetically pleasing roof, slate roofing is often at the top of the list. When it comes to slate roofing, you have two distinct choices, both of which offer benefits & drawbacks. Original slate roofing tiles are formed from stone, while composite slate is made from [...]

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3 Most Common Shingle Roofing Installation Mistakes

It’s no secret that shingle roofing success is largely dependent upon quality installation. When you hire a trusted NJ roofer to handle the installation of your asphalt shingles, you are investing in the quality and longevity of your roofing system. While shingle roofing can provide your home or business with years of protection, it can [...]

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Commercial Roofing: Why Slate is a Great Roofing Option

Does your new or existing commercial building need a unique architectural element to set it apart? Are you concerned about roof maintenance, repair, and eventual replacement costs?  Installing a slate roofing may be the perfect solution to both your design and maintenance considerations. What Makes Slate Roofing Attractive for Commercial Use? Valued for its durability [...]

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