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Fall Roof Maintenance: From Inspection to Gutter Cleaning

Lukasz Sobczuk — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 15:01:00 +0000

The crisp cool air and sweater weather is a sure sign that fall has arrived in New Jersey. Fall is not only the time to bundle up, winterize your garden and settle in for the cold ahead—but it’s also the season for giving extra attention to your roof and gutter systems.

Before snow storms move in, schedule an autumn roof inspection with a reputable New Jersey roofing contractor.

Importance of Fall Roof Inspection

Your roof can sustain damage throughout the year from rain, hail and severe temperatures—at either end of the heat spectrum. The trained eye of a qualified roofing professional can spot minor problems such as bruising, water stains and dry rot.

Repairing these instances of minor damage before winter arrives can help prevent larger and more costly problems heading into spring. A thorough fall roof inspection can give you a head start on fixing your roof, and may prevent you from spending a lot of money on a complete replacement.

Proper Gutter Maintenance

A widespread problem facing New Jersey homeowners is water damage stemming from pooling snow and ice.

The gutters on your home are designed to keep moisture flowing off of your roof and away from your home. However, gutters that become clogged with leaves, dirt and other debris impede the normal drainage process, making the structure more susceptible to water damage.

Gutters that are warped from inclement weather, or those that have been improperly installed, may also contribute to roof damage.

If you have sustained gutter damage, call LCG Roofing, your trusted New Jersey roofing contractor. Our team of professionals not only performs roof repairs, but gutter repairs and installations, as well.

Get Ready For Winter, Contact LGC Roofing

The National Roofing Contractor’s Association recommends twice-yearly roof inspections to keep your home safe from weather-related roof damage. The fall and spring are optimum times to schedule both a roof inspection and a gutter cleaning.

Just as your mark your calendar for planting and winterizing your garden, make roof and gutter maintenance part of your annual routine. Call LGC Roofing at (609) 712-8157 to schedule your next roof inspection—or inquire about high-performance roof replacement.

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Standing Seam Metal Roofing is Your Best Roofing Choice

Lukasz Sobczuk — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 07:05:52 +0000

According to the American Iron and Steel Institute, standing seam metal roofing is one of the most exciting roofing technology breakthroughs of the last two decades.

The AISI also reports that metal roofing has been used on more than 50% of low-rise warehouses and commercial facilities over the last five years. Why?

Standing seam metal roofs offer many benefits from durability to energy efficiency. While the initial installation cost may seem high, standing-seam metal roof is the least costly roof option over the life of the roof because it is virtually maintenance-free and can last 30 years or more.

Additionally, recent improvements in metal roofing technologies have lead to the development of many stylish options and even tax-credit opportunities providing customers with further incentive to choose standing seam for their commercial or residential roofing project.

Hence standing seam metal roofing has become one of the most popular roofing option available on the market today, certainly among commercial but also residential customers.

The Many Benefits of Standing Seam Metal Roofing

1. Lightweight design: Standing seam metal roofing weighs a fraction of other roofing materials (typically 1.5 to 2 lbs. per square foot), and since it doesn’t add significant weight to your structure, it can often be installed over existing roofing materials.
2. Durability: Though they are lightweight, standing seam roofs handle thermal shock and severe weather conditions better than many other roofing materials. This is due to both the metal construction and the clip assembly system holding the roof together. The clips allow subtle shifting, which (a) prevents extreme wear and tear and, (b) allows flexibility during high winds and foundation settling.
3. Low maintenance: While flat roofs and composite shingles often require regular maintenance to ensure problem-free performance, standing seam metal roofs require little work or expense for 20+ years. Most also come with excellent warranties.
4. Easy, affordable installation: If your New Jersey standing seam metal roof can be installed over the top of your existing roofing material, it saves money otherwise spent on shingle removal and structural prep.
5. Weather resistance: While there are a number of seams in this type of metal roof, the design is still highly resistant to wind and moisture. After panels are joined, sealants are applied at the joints and seams. To further prevent leaking, reputable roofers use field seaming machines to ensure a complete seal.
6. Energy efficiency: Like other types of metal roofs, standing seam styles typically save home and business owners money on HVAC bills. In addition, some homeowners opt to apply reflective paint to their roof to further improve energy efficiency. As a bonus, remember that you can also receive tax credits for installing an energy efficient roof
7. Easy integration with solar panels: Standing seam metal roofing is the best roofing option for solar panel installation. It easily integrates with thin film photovoltaic (PV) laminates, the easiest and least expensive solar panel solution available on the market today.

When it’s time to replace your existing roof or add a standing seam metal roof to your new residential or commercial structure, call LGC Roofing, New Jersey roofing professionals, to obtain a competitive estimate. We’ll inspect your roof to determine whether a metal roof would require removal of existing materials – and we’ll always make sound, cost-effective suggestions about repairs. Call (609) 712-8157 today to schedule a no-hassle, no-obligation consultation with our expert roofers.

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Metal Roofing & PV Solar Panels – Easy, Green, Affordable

Lukasz Sobczuk — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 07:01:02 +0000

If you’ve thought about adding energy-saving, eco-friendly solar panels to your metal roof, consider the advantages of thin film photovoltaic (PV) laminates. This new-generation solar option replaces bulky, heavy panels of the past, and does not require drilling into your home’s attic rafters.

Thin-film photovoltaic (PV) laminates can be bonded directly onto metal roofing panels. Unlike crystalline PV material, there’s no need for obtrusive racks and heavy, expensive glass. Instead, unbreakable thin-film PV is produced using amorphous silicon, encapsulated in Teflon and other polymers.

These photovoltaic laminates can be attached to standing seam metal roofing panels using a peel and stick method, eliminating your chances of expensive roof leaks due to invasive hardware installation.

Benefits of PV Laminate Panels

PV laminate panels are embedded with wired cells that absorb solar rays, saving you money while making your home more energy efficient.

Other solar laminate advantages include:

Attractive, bulk-free look that blends with your metal roof
Lightweight, simplistic design
Extreme durability and dependability, with little maintenance required
Low-cost installation
Advanced protection of your home’s structure
Leak-proof when installed by a professional
Easily expandable
Potential cash savings from tax rebates and energy credits

Why Standing Seam Metal Roofing?

Combining solar roofing panels with standing seam roofing panels offers the answer to the question of permanency of solar roofing systems. The secret to a long lasting solar roofing system lies in the very roof that’s underneath the solar roofing panels. The problem of the past with solar roofing was that asphalt shingle roofs that had solar roofing panels installed on them would often times fail prematurely due to its age or the fact that solar panels required roof penetrations that eventually could cause a roof leak.

Standing seam metal roof is made with metal, which is a long lasting and environmentally safe green building material that keeps your roof cooler in a summer, helps to prevent ice dam problems in the winter, and is fully recyclable at the end of its service life. Thus, a metal roof is essentially a long lasting and energy efficientt roof that is good for the building owner and the environment.

Also most metal roofs come with around 35 years warranty and that’s precisely why metal roofing is the best choice when it comes to PV laminates installation. After all, you don’t want to incur the cost of removing the panels and then putting them back on, as you tend to costly roof leak repairs.

Hire a Professional Roofer!

While PV panels are fairly easy to install over your existing metal roof and can last up to 30 years or more, it’s important to enlist the services of a qualified New Jersey roofer to install the laminates and ensure proper connection of your inverter, cables and switches.

Remember, also, that high-quality solar panels are LEED certified, making it easy and budget-friendly to increase your home’s renewable power. Call LGC Roofing today to schedule your solar consultation, obtain PV laminate pricing or discuss other green roofing options with our company’s roofing experts.

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Durability and Longevity of Clay Tile Roofing

Lukasz Sobczuk — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 19:35:32 +0000

While clay tile costs more than composite or shake shingles, many home and business owners are attracted to its timeless look. When evaluating expense, remember that most clay tile roofs are warranted for 50+ years and can last up to 100—making them a sound investment and practical property improvement.

Advantages of Clay Tile Roofs

In addition to their proven longevity, clay tiles are wind, hail and fire resistant, so they’re especially attractive for those living with shifting weather extremes. New Jersey residents will find that clay tile stands up well to the state’s highly variable wet, dry, hot and cold airstreams. Clay tile also creates a thermal barrier, which prevents both interior and exterior energy escape. As an added bonus to utility savings, tile roof owners may qualify for tax deductions and utility rebates.

Green consumers appreciate the natural, biodegradable composition of clay tile. Created from clay and water baked at ultra-high temperatures, the tiles emit no environmental toxins, produce clean water runoff, and can eventually be recycled for use in construction and transportation projects.

No matter what the architectural style of your home or business, clay tile adds a charming touch. Commercial and residential property owners can choose from hundreds of tile colors to complement the hue and style of their home, and the baked-in pigment and weather-proof glaze prevents fading—even over decades of use.

Clay Tile Roof Tips

Clay roofs are heavy. Your qualified roofing specialist should assess your home or business before installing the tile to ensure your structure is sound enough to manage the product’s weight. Remember, also, that proper color blending requires careful tile placement—so multi-colored tile roofs may cost more to install and take longer to complete.