Roofing Blog
By: Jerry Ski | January 26, 2014
Throughout the United States, asphalt roofing shingles are the most commonly installed type of shingle by roofing contractors. Asphalt shingles are made here in the United States (some companies have plants in Canada as well) and usually make up a large portion of manufacturers such as GAF or Owens Corning product lines. Asphalt shingles are also commonly used during roof replacements due to the fact that they are easily adaptable to numerous slopes and applications, ease of installation, lightweight, and come in a variety of styles and colors. Based on these reasons, it is safe to say that shingle roofing has become the most popular in recent years.
Category: Shingle Roofing
By: Jerry Ski | January 20, 2014
As time passes, your roof will require roof repairs. It is uncommon for a roof to serve properly and not require any maintenance or repairs. The harsh elements in states such as New Jersey take a toll on your roof year round - from the harsh winters to the hot summers, your roofing shingles are working overtime to fulfill their job. It is likely that if your roof does need repairs then they will be required toward the end of your roof's lifespan. In this post we will cover several common roof repairs that we perform for homeowners here in the state of New Jersey.
Category: Roof Repairs
By: Jerry Ski | January 13, 2014
Proper attic ventilation is an area that needs to be addressed during roof replacement. Your newly replaced roof is installed to properly protect your home from the daily elements, yet an improperly vented attic will negatively impact your roof's ability to protect your home. Your roof must allow fresh air to enter into your attic from the outside to not only extend the life of your roof but also to combat energy costs as well as to prevent any structural damage that may take place.
Just as a vehicle needs fresh air to operate, so does your roof - it requires an adequate intake of air as well as a fully functioning exhaust for this air to circulate out. If your roof lacks the pro...
Category: Roof Replacement
Tags: roof, roofing contractor, roof replacement, ventilation
By: Jerry Ski | January 08, 2014
We have all read or heard about individuals making the incorrect choice when it was time to hire a roofing contractor. Whether the project was small like a roof repair or large like a complete roof replacement, many individuals have been taken advantage of by contractors in the past. It is important to educate the homeowner on some of the common areas that need to be addressed by the roofing contractor during the initial visits - your roofer should have the answers for you without gray areas.
1. Is the roofing contractor licensed and insured in your state?
2. Does the roofing contractor subcontract the labor?
3. Ask for a written roofing estimate - especially for large projects suc...
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Tags: roof, roofing contractor, roof replacement, roof repair
By: Jerry Ski | December 19, 2013
Each home needs annual maintenance and your home's roof is no exception. To properly protect your home from the elements year round, the roof must be inspected annually and properly maintained if need be. If left unattended, you roof may become damaged in areas such as the chimney flashing, pipe jack, or you may have curled or missing roofing shingles that may potentially lead to a leak if severe weather approaches your region.
Proper Roofing Maintenance
Category: Roof Maintenance
Tags: roof, roofing shingles, flashing
By: Jerry Ski | December 13, 2013
The winter months are a harsh time of the year for your roof - sudden temperature changes, precipitation from rain to snow, as well as high winds will put your roof to the test. Pipe flashing is a common area that tends to fail during the winter months. This is especially the case toward the end of the useful life of the pipe flashing itself as the unit is not longer able to properly protect the pipe. A loose or cracked pipe jack flashing often leads to water damage to the inside of the home. It can also lead to further damage to your roof - roofing shingles can peel thus exposing sheathing, which can soften thanks to the leak thus impacting structural rigidity of the roof.
Though some individuals...
Category: Roof Repairs
Tags: flashing, pipe jack, leak, roof repair
By: Jerry Ski | December 05, 2013
Once the homeowners decide that they wish to have a roofing contractor perform a full roofing replacement on their home, it is necessary to choose the correct roofing shingles. As your roof is the first line of defense against the year round elements, it is vital that the correct roofing shingles be installed atop your roof. Asphalt roofing shingles are the most common choice for our customers in New Jersey - they are affordable in comparison to slate and wooden shake roofing yet they still protect your home very well. As the popularity of asphalt shingles has skyrocketed to the top, so has the amount of manufacturers as well as styles, colors, shingle performance, and the warranties that manufacturers offer. In this roofing article, we wi...
Category: Roof Replacement
Tags: roof, roofing contractor, roofing shingles, roof replacement
By: Jerry Ski | November 25, 2013
As winter quickly approaches here in New Jersey, many homeowners with doubts as to their roof's condition should contact a qualified roofing contractor for a roofing inspection as well as the proper roof repairs. A roofing inspection should be noted as preventive roof maintenance that will save you money in the long run - if an area of your roof is deemed as in need of repairs, you will prevent further damage from impacting the rest of your roof as well as the interior of your home.
Winter brings various elements that can further damage your existing roof and cause minor fixes to turn into major emergency roofing repairs. High winds, large amounts of snow, as well as the occurrence of heavy rains wh...