Category Archives: Roofing

You should replace the roof on your Tennessee home roughly every 10 to 30 years depending on the type of roof installed on your home and its level of wear and tear. Roofs in Tennessee must stand up to harsh weather conditions. If you aren’t sure when to replace your roof, first consider the roof’s …

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Getting a new roof can be very costly, but it’s often necessary. An old or faulty roof will leave you and your house unprotected and vulnerable to further damage. However, many people understand that they need a new roof, but do not want to go through the entire process of replacing it. So instead, they …

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Jump to: Signs | Causes | How to Stop | Costs | Insurance | Prevention How to avoid permanent damage from roof leaks Roof leaks require professional repair as soon as possible. The sooner you get your roof’s leak fixed the more likely you are to avoid permanent or extensive damage to your home. Roof …

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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 …

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Planning to invest in a new roof or siding for your home? As with any home improvement project, roofing is a long-term investment in your home. You want to get a style and color you’re happy with. To do this, you’ll need to make sure you consider the best home exterior and roof color combinations …

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Roof leaks can be very costly. Water that gets into your home could go unnoticed for a long time because it’s coming in through the attic. This could allow it to cause a lot of expensive water damage inside your home. While this can be repaired, it’s best to prevent water damage in the first …

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What to ask before hiring a Tennessee roofer Fully screening a potential roofing contractor before hiring them can save you money and a headache. The major questions to ask a roofer include, ‘Are you licensed?’ and ‘Will You Be Removing and Replacing My Old Roof?’ These questions go beyond the basics of shingle types. By …

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Increased exposure to sunlight can damage your roof. You can increase the roof’s lifespan by protecting your roof from the summer heat, which hampers its longevity. How the summer heat can affect your roof UV radiations, heat degradation, and thermal shocks can all cause severe harm to your roof. UV rays can shorten a roof’s …

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There is a lot of specialized vocabulary when it comes to roofing. Learning what all of the different terms mean can help you not only more easily converse with a roofer but also better understand what is happening with your roof during any roofing project. Plus, it will be harder for unscrupulous scammers to take …

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