The summer has gone by very quickly and Brothers Roofing was very busy performing numerous roofing repairs and roof installations throughout the Central New Jersey regions. The cities of Hamilton, Lawrenceville, Trenton, Princeton, Ewing, West Windsor as well as others in Mercer County were common grounds for much of our work. We took on both residential and commercial customers.

One recent job that stands out is an emergency repair that we performed at a local (privately owned) paint store here in Hamilton Township, NJ. The owner contacted us and informed us that he had a fairly large amount of water coming into the store and needed repairs ASAP before more damage would occur inside.

Upon further examination we found:

• Only 6" of leak barrier...

As summer approaches here in the state of New Jersey, it is important to discuss the impact severe weather may have on your existing roof with primary focus on hail and the damage it can cause . Your roof is the home's first line of defense against the elements - it battles ever changing temperatures, wind, rain, snow, and hail year round. When the weather changes and hail suddenly strikes during the summer months, your roof may suffer instant hail damage . This is especially the case for older roofs that have not been replaced or may have needed replacement in the future. If your roof has sustained damage, it may be necessary to perform roof repairs or even a roof replacement - depending on the severity of the damage.

As roofs deteriorate,the homeowner is faced with an important decision: should I perform roof repairs or should I hire a roofing contractor to perform a full roof replacement ? There are several important factors that you should consider along the way, as if your replace the roof too early then you may be wasting money but if you fail to properly repair the roof you maybe risking additional damage to your home.

Roof Replacement versus Roofing Repair

A proper roofing inspection can determine the extent of damage that has been done to your roof over the years by the elements. In some cases, it may not be possible to perform repairs as certain damage can be too large or the life expectancy of your roof has pa...

Fixing a leak can be a tricky roof repair as the cause is not always easy to detect. A leak will usually be the first sign of the need for roof repairs, but the location of the leak may not necessarily indicate the area that is damaged on your roof. Damaged or not properly installed roofing shingles allow water to run down your roof and accumulate in an area often several feet from the damaged shingles. This may further cause damage to the roofing and sub-roofing materials. A proper roofing inspection needs to be performed to find the cause of the leak and fix the damage in a proper way. The worst thing a homeowner can do is not address a leak before winter weather sets in, especially given that more often than not the repair nee...

Our roof is the first line of defense that protects the home against the elements. Year round, the roof is battered by the sun, wind, and rain. Having said that, winter is especially hard on your home's roof because of the extremes it threatens with -high winds, snow fall, rain, and drastic temperature changes. All of these factors force your roof to work overtime to properly protect your home. For the roof to be properly effective, it needs to be inspected before these weather patterns takes place to make sure there are not any "weak" areas such as missing shingles, damaged flashing, or missing chimney caps that could cause your roof to become damaged during the winter months.

Common Roof Repairs Needed before Winter

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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.

Common Roof Repairs

• Pipe jack - Pipe jack repairs, otherwise known as vent pipes, are a very common area that fails and causes leaks into the attic as well as the interior of you...

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.

Several Questions to Ask Your Roofer Before Hiring:

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...

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.

Vent Pipe Flashing Repairs and Replacement

Though some individuals...

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.

Fall Roofing Maintenance and Inspections

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...