Summer is here in full swing, and with long, hot days come Summer storms. High humidity and rising warm air are the perfect recipe for frequent thunderstorms. As your home’s first line of defense, regularly inspect and maintain your roof to ensure it is prepared to withstand wind, rain, hail, and other environmental factors. A visual inspection every six months can help you notice issues quickly. Catching small issues...
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It’s important to know what kind of roof would work best for your home. Read on as Arry’s Roofing Services Inc., your trusted local roofing contractor, discusses most the five common shapes of residential roofs. 1. Gable Gable roofs are perhaps most common and recognizable roofs you’ll see in any residential area. A gable roof has a triangular shape that slants down from the peak of the home. A...
If you’re thinking about a new roof for your current or new home, then you may have a few decisions to make. For instance, What works with your home’s architecture? Which material has the longest life? What roofing material fits best within your budget? One important consideration you may not have thought about is: what type of roof wears best in the Southeastern / Southern climate? Different Climates, Different...
Last year’s devastating hurricanes were heartbreaking. We continue to hear from homeowners in Texas, Florida, and the Caribbean who are still working to rebuild their homes and their lives. While every story is unique, there is a common thread to what they all tell us. After the rains had passed and the winds had calmed, they saw that, if a home’s roof stayed intact, there was less damage to...
The horrific hurricanes and tropical storms of 2017 impacted and displaced thousands of people. As a company, we worked with local contractors and agencies to support rebuilding efforts in the affected areas. Storms like these, tragic as they are, teach us about building science and help us to find better ways to make structures stronger and more wind resistant. Despite the pain, we end up learning things that can...
If this is the first time you’re getting your roof replaced, you should know that there are a lot of things to be done during planning. Designing the new roof, finding the right roofers and financing the project are important steps you need to take. The following are some of the common rookie mistakes you should be aware of and try to avoid. Not Asking for a Written Estimate...
Homeowners look to make a stand-out statement with color options this year PORTLAND, Ore.—Call it provocative, vivacious or bold: For homeowners, 2018 color trends are all about standing out from the crowd. With more color options available than any other roofing type, metal roofing color trends set the tone for the latest in homeowner style preferences. And this year, it’s no time to be subtle. According to the Metal...