Most people are familiar with certain parts of the roof, such as the shingles and the flashing. However, there’s more to a roofing system than those two parts. One of the lesser-known components is the soffit. What is a roof soffit and what does it do? Our roofing and siding experts have the answers.
GAF Lifetime Roofing System: Its Components
When you’re re-roofing your home, you have a wider range of options when it comes to materials and brands. However, while there are many brands on the market that can suit your needs just fine, roofing services experts say that there is one that you should never fail to consider: GAF and their Lifetime Roofing System. But what exactly is it that makes up a GAF Lifetime roofing system? Here are the… Continue Reading
Everything You Need to Know About the Fascia Board
When you’re discussing your roof or gutters with your roofers, chances are you’ve heard them throw the term “fascia” around. While indeed most homeowners have heard about the fascia before, some are confused as to what it actually is and how it affects their home as a whole. Some, meanwhile, overlook the fascia until it’s too late. With that in mind, it’s best that you learn everything you can about… Continue Reading
Why Some Slate Roofs Fail Prematurely
When it comes to roofing materials, slate is a premium option. It’ll set you back but it’s also one of the best investments you’ll ever make because slate roofing lasts a long time. Just how long? Think 100 years. However, there are still instances when slate roofs don’t live up to this expectation.
What is the Roof Flashing and Why is it Important?
As soon as a professional roofing contractor brings up the topic of the roof with homeowners, some tend to think that it’s only made up of three components: the underlayment for moisture protection, the deck that holds the roofing structure up and the shingles to protect the roof’s exterior. In actuality, however, there’s a fourth component that homeowners tend to overlook: the flashing. Here’s everything you need to know about… Continue Reading
