Are you concerned that your roof won’t be able to stand up to the constant beating it’s been getting from the weather lately? When it’s time to install a new roof, you may want to consider a more durable roofing material, like slate.
Tile roofs can either be made out of clay or concrete, but either way, they're known for their strength and fire-retardant ability. Depending on the additives, they can come in a wide variety of colors and styles to fit whatever look you want.
Did you know that a Solatube doesn’t just stop with giving you plenty of daylight in the room of your choice? It can also have additional features, including different lens kits, a vent kit to give you circulation, or even a dimmer to control the amount of daylight.
Did you know that metal roofs toady come in numerous colors and styles? In fact, the metal roofing system has become quite contemporary and today styles can be crafted to resemble clay tile, slake, or even cedar shake. The traditional look of asphalt shingles is also available.
If you dread the dark and gloom of winter, you’re not alone. Unfortunately we can’t add more daylight hours to short winter days, but with Solatube, we can help you maximize the natural light available to brighten one room or your entire house.
Does your home feature a steep slope roof? The answer is yes if the roof has a slope of 21:12 or higher, and rises at a vertical rate of 21 inches for every 12 inches of horizontal length or run.
Finding wind damage is much easier to spot than water damage. You may notice rows of shingles blown around or certain pieces are now misshapen. If you notice anything like this, then have a professional take a look at the roof.
Unfortunately, slate roofs can be a bit trickier to repair than roofs with other types of roofing materials. Let’s talk about what’s wrong with your roof and how we can help you ensure the repairs are made correctly the first time.
Shingles come with warranties. If the shingles are improperly installed, the warranty is voided, and may void the warranty for the entire roof. Use a roofing contractor even for patch jobs to make sure the work is done correctly.
Making a home safe is an important consideration for many homeowners. Solatubes can be an important safety element when they are installed over stairways or along a darkened hall in order to improve visibility.
If you have a hole in your roof, your roofing contractor may use temporary measures to protect your home until materials come in or weather conditions are optimal for repair. The most common solution is heavy plastic sheeting fastened down with roofing nails.
Don't think you're stuck with gray when you picture a metal roof. Think about adding black, white, tan, blue, brown, or red. In fact, you can choose from so many colors and shades that one of them is bound to be the perfect match for your home.
Are you concerned that modern daylighting systems will get too much sun in your area? We’ve specially designed our system to reflect the harshest direct midday rays of the sun.
We recognize that budgetary concerns can often cloud decisions about which roofing material is really best for your home. Since slate is a durable and affordable material, you may find that it can provide your roof with the best of both worlds.
What is an effect lens? This is a type of lens which can be placed over Solatube lighting systems to create a specific type of light effect including warm, softened and dim light. The lens accessories can be easily attached and removed too.
We recognize that having excess snowfall accumulate on your roof in the winter can create a unique set of challenges for your home. When you need to ensure that the snow has the ability to slide off your roof as it falls instead of accumulated, we’re always happy to help you find the right roofing material.
Remember, Solatube Daylighting Systems are ideal for commercial properties, as well. A licensed rep will steer you through the selection and specification process, helping you configure the right commercial daylighting solution for your property.
Roofs with pitches of 10 to 20 degrees are often called low-pitched roofs. In the construction of this type of roof, special considerations need to be made, particularly in terms of the overlap between tiles to avoid water being blown into the roof by the wind.
Unfortunately, a weak roofing material can’t withstand the significant weight of accumulated snowfall. Rather than wondering how strong your roof is, you may want to consider switching to a roofing material that allows the snow to slide off as it falls.
If you were sold on all the benefits of having a slate roof when you had it installed, roofing contractors who want you to replace it with a different material instead of repairing it may frustrate you. When you need a roofing contractor that knows how to work with slate roofs, we’re always here for you.
The average asphalt roof can last 12 to 20 years depending on the location and the style of roof involved. An average metal roof can easily last two to three times that long, or from 40 to 60 years.
The typical home warranty policy does not include coverage for roof replacement or repairs. The same goes with homeowner's insurance policies, unless a sudden and unavoidable event created the damage to your roof.
Having a tubular daylighting device installed in your home or building does not mean you must always be enlightened. For those days when you need an area darkened, you simply activate the dimmer at the opening to block the sunlight.
The bitumen typically used in BUR roof system is asphalt, coal tar, or cold-applied adhesive. Basically, the asphalt or coal tar is heated in a kettle or tanker and then applied to the roof structure via mop or mechanical spreader. In contrast, cold-applied adhesives require no heating.