Every building needs a roof. That much is obvious, but as soon as you get into choosing the roofing materials, things can get complicated. There are more roofing materials than you want to count, and each offers unique pros and cons. Even when you try to simplify and just look at one type of roofing…
A leaky roof represents a lot of work and hassle, and left alone, it can culminate in catastrophe. The last thing you want is to have a leak letting water through. You need the means to resolve a leak, and the sooner you can do it, the better. Patching a roof is usually not the…
When severe weather rolls through, high winds can inflict serious damage on residential and commercial roofs. That’s why, when the storm is over and the sky is clear, it’s critical that you visually inspect your roof for signs of wind damage. If your area recently had a severe weather event, keep an eye out for…
Roofing work is a big deal. Unless it is done to a high degree of quality, it can leave your home or business vulnerable. You simply have to have a good roof over your head, which means you need to find the right roofing contractor to do the work. How do you know you’ve found…
A little bit of moss growth is inevitable in a humid climate, and small growth isn’t necessarily devastating. Left unchecked, however, moss can be a roof killer. It can degrade the shingles, which can lead to cracks and leaks. It also grows into the shingles, so you can’t just pull it up. Doing so could…
When particularly bad weather rolls through town, certain roofing professionals make it their job to take advantage of vulnerable and unsuspecting homeowners in their time of need. These “professionals” are known as fly-by-night roofers, and they’re definitely people you’ll need to watch for if your roof ever sustains storm-related damage. Below, the team at Alpine…
Texas storms are legendary. The big, wide skies have a lot of room for brutal storm systems, and it’s a given that you’re going to see some hail throughout the year. When that happens, your roof is going to be at risk of getting hurt. If you’re wondering whether or not your roof is OK,…
It’s not exactly exciting to get a new roof. It’s something that often happens after a frightening storm or at the tail end of other bad news. A roof replacement is a big job, and it stands to disrupt your daily life until the work is complete. Before you let the dread rise too steeply,…
If you are constructing a new industrial building or are ready for a roof replacement, it’s important to understand all the different types of industrial roofing materials available. There are many choices, each with their pros and cons. The best materials to use may be obvious based on your needs, the construction of your building,…
