Did you know that replacing an older or worn roof can positively impact the retail value of your home? In fact, according to recent studies, having a new roof put on your home can increase the resale value of your home by thousands of dollars.
Not only will a reflective elastomeric roof coating lower energy costs for your building, but it will also extend the life of your existing roofing system saving costs of replacement.
Did you know that most experts agree that a typical roof will last between 20 and 25 years? However, there are a number of factors that come into play here, including how many layers of shingles are on the entire structure and if it is properly ventilated.
There is nothing quite like the beauty and curb appeal provided by a slate roof. As the slate roof ages, it does so with a natural, classic gracefulness that enhances the unique look of your home.
Advances in technology have created some great building and roofing products. Many plastics can be molded to resemble slate and other natural roofing materials without the excess weight, and having greater durability than stone.
If you like the durability and convenience of metal roofing, you're in good company. Over 650,000 tons of steel was used in metal roof construction during 2011, and demand has increased every year since then.
Did you know that the first recorded building of a slate roof was around 1287 in North Wales, England? Slate soon became popular for use on both castles and churches, as it was durable when exposed to weather and extremely fire resistant.
Why would I spend much more money on metal or concrete tiles as opposed to asphalt? If you plan on spending a lifetime in your home, asphalt may have to be replaced two or three times. Metal, on the other hand, can last 50 years or longer. That makes the lifetime cost of metal roofing much lower than asphalt.
While delivering high quality light is what Solatube is all about, there will be times when you'd want to be in the dark. However, as you can't switch off the sun, you can add an optional daylight dimmer to control the amount of light entering the area.
There are basically four types of elastomeric roof coating materials on the market today. Can you name them? Here they are in no particular order: acrylic, butyl, silicone and polyurethane.
Even if your favorite room has huge windows, you can only expect enough bright light to read or work by during certain times of the day. Not with a Solatube system. These are engineered to give you bright, even light distribution during any time of day.
There are many benefits of metal commercial roofing. Not only is this type of roof strong and durable and resistant to adverse conditions such as heavy rain, snow, and high winds, but it also requires minimal maintenance.
In 1959, modern glass, the type we still use today, was invented. When created, it allows the thickness of the glass to be completely uniform. It also allows flawless clarity as well as being just about any size desired!
Metal roofing gained popularity in the early 19th century when America began creating its own rolling mills. The low cost and low maintenance of tin plating made metal roofing a good option. Embossed tin shingles were quite popular in the late 19th century, and painted (usually red) tin roofs were also prevalent at this time.
Because different slate batches may have subtle differences in color, we blend the slates by using pieces from different pallets to maintain a uniform look. Installing slate pallet by pallet can create a blotchy or patchwork look to the roof.
The word “tile” evolved from the Old English, tigele, cover. Originally, the word referred to roofing shingles, floor tiles and similar flat, thin rectangular materials. A thousand years later, we still use the word “tile” to describe clay and concrete roof shingles.
If you have a steep-slope roof (with a slope of 14 degrees or more), then you've got a wide variety of materials that can be used. The common types are asphalt shingles, tile, metal systems, slate, wood shingles (or shakes), or synthetic.
If you think a metal roof will attract lightning, raise your hand. Actually, metal roofing isn't grounded, so it's no more likely to attract lightning than any other kind of roofing material.
The first step in applying roof coatings is a thorough cleaning and drying of the roof surface. We then look for damage and have needed repairs made. If necessary, we may apply a primer to the roof before the final coating.
We recognize that the protection your roof offers is only as good as the quality of the shingles used. When you choose slate roofing shingles, you’ll be selecting a durable and low-maintenance material.
What size hail is damaging to roofing? This depends on several variables – shape, hardness, & density of hail, wind speed, age, and type of roof. In general, pea and marble size hail should not damage composition shingles in good condition, unless extreme winds are present.
Concrete can be more than just the grey looking concrete that we are familiar with! Concrete can be stained different colors and even stamped into different shapes and designs to give the appearance of being different materials for much cheaper!
Why choose Solatube? Effective, steady natural light reduces the need to use electricity during the daytime to light gloomy interior spaces. As a result, Solatubes can help reduce your power bill and decrease your carbon footprint.
When your roof is damaged in a severe storm, it’s important to call in a roofing specialist right away to assess the damage. Not taking any action in this case could lead to more extensive damage to your roof or interior water leaks.
