Author Archives: Chris Smith

What Nobody Tells You Until You Are Already In It: Your existing deck was probably not built to hold a roof The spot where the cover meets your house is where it will leak (if not done right) Your back door might not fit anymore Your new siding and shingles are not going to be …

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If you’ve shopped for gutters lately, you’ve almost certainly seen the term “K-style.” It’s the most common gutter profile on U.S. homes, and there’s a good chance the gutters on your roof right now are this style. Here’s a plain-English look at what they are and why they’re so popular. Why are they called K-style? …

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Roofs in Tennessee must stand up to harsh weather conditions. We have cold winters, rough Spring storms, and hot Summers. This can be hard on a roof. For that reason, a general rule is you should replace the roof on your Tennessee home roughly every 10 to 30 years depending on the type of roofing …

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Summary: A specialist roof inspection helps Knoxville realtors close deals faster, with four specific benefits: avoiding last-minute renegotiations and cancellations, gaining accurate repair-cost data for negotiation, reducing post-sale liability, and shortening the closing timeline. General home inspectors often miss decking rot, ventilation problems, and hidden storm damage, or overstate minor cosmetic issues, both of which …

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Knoxville, TN – August 18, 2025 – Smith Roofing & Exteriors has been named a 2025 Nextdoor Neighborhood Fave. Nextdoor is a community-based phone app where users share tips, local news, and business recommendations. Each year, the platform highlights local businesses that residents trust and support. “Local businesses are the cornerstone of our communities, and …

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Knoxville, TN – August 18, 2025 – We’re excited to share that Smith Roofing & Exteriors won Platinum in the Roofing, Siding and Soffits category in Community Votes Knoxville 2025. This award is chosen by local residents, and it means a lot to our company. “On behalf of our team, I am proud to receive …

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When you look at a roof, you see the shingles, the metal panels, or the tiles. The exterior of the roof isn’t the only part of the roof, however. There’s a lot that goes on underneath the roof to protect your home from the elements. So what, exactly, goes underneath the roof and how does …

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