Why Choosing a Local Roofer Is Vital After East Tennessee Storms

Why Choosing a Local Roofer Is Vital After East Tennessee Storms

June 12, 2026

Summary: You’ll need to gather all or much of the following before you begin the cleaning process: Storm chasers are only in our area after a storm. They often vanish, leaving homeowners with problems. Look for roofers that have years in business & proven track record. Watch for red flags like no insurance/license documents, and …

What are K-Style Gutters?

What are K-Style Gutters?

May 5, 2026

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? …

Smith Roofing Recognized with Owens Corning® Platinum Excellence Awards

Smith Roofing Recognized with Owens Corning® Platinum Excellence Awards

March 25, 2026

Knoxville, TN – March 25, 2026 – Smith Roofing & Exteriors, a leading roofing contractor serving the Knoxville area, was recently honored with two prestigious distinctions at the 2026 Owens Corning Roofing Platinum Conference in San Antonio, Texas: the Product Excellence Award and the Service Excellence Award. The annual Platinum Conference is an exclusive event …

How Do I Know If My Roof Needs Replacing?

How Do I Know If My Roof Needs Replacing?

March 17, 2026

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 …

How Knoxville Realtors Benefit from Roof Inspections from Smith Roofing

How Knoxville Realtors Benefit from Roof Inspections from Smith Roofing

February 16, 2026

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 …

Nextdoor Names Smith Roofing a 2025 Neighborhood “Fave”

Nextdoor Names Smith Roofing a 2025 Neighborhood “Fave”

November 18, 2025

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 …

How Much Should You Expect to Spend on a Roof Replacement?

How Much Should You Expect to Spend on a Roof Replacement?

November 14, 2025

Replacing a roof can be expensive. You may be tempted to seek out the lowest possible price for that reason. However, you may get what you pay for and have to pay even more to get it repaired or replaced again sooner than expected. At the same time, you don’t want to pay more than …

5 Innovative Roofing Products for Residential Homes

5 Innovative Roofing Products for Residential Homes

August 23, 2025

Summary: Homeowners looking to upgrade beyond standard asphalt shingles have five newer options: metal shingles for durability and energy efficiency, synthetic slate for a high-end look at lower cost, synthetic wood shake for a rustic appearance with less maintenance, solar shingles for on-roof power generation, and louvered patio roofs with motorized slats that open and …

We’ve Won Platinum in Community Votes Knoxville 2025!

We’ve Won Platinum in Community Votes Knoxville 2025!

August 18, 2025

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 …