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roof maintenance mistakes

7 Common Roof Maintenance Errors to Avoid for Homeowners

Of all the roofing projects completed in North America, replacements make up 94% of the total volume. Roof replacements are costly, especially if there\’s any damage to the structure beneath. One of the best ways to avoid expensive repairs is regular maintenance. To save money, many homeowners will opt to maintain and repair their roofs

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residential roof maintenance

Why You Should Hire a Professional for Residential Roof Maintenance

It may surprise you to learn that homes cost an average of over $350,000 as of 2022. One of the most important responsibilities have is a homeowner is properly maintaining your house. This is particularly true when it comes to repairing roof damage. Interestingly, not everybody understands the key factors they need when it comes

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roof tiles

What Roof Tiles to Choose: a Guide to Materials, Maintenance, and Cost

The average American homeowner spends an average of $8,600 on a roof replacement. Many people dread having to replace their roofs because it\’s expensive and time-consuming. Besides those two factors, the beginning of the process can be overwhelming as there are so many roof tiles to choose from. It can be hard to know which

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winter roofing

Why Are Winter Roofing Checks So Important?

We don\’t have to tell you how debilitating an Illinois winter can be. Illinois has a long history of damaging winter weather, so it\’s important to be prepared before the snow and ice start to hit. Your roof is the first line of defense your home or business has against rain, ice, hail, and wind,

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flat roof

A Guide to Resolving Common Flat Roofing Issues

Did you know that a flat roof is not actually flat? Every roof has to have some gradient. The average slope of a flat roof is between a quarter and a half of an inch per linear foot; because of this, some people call flat roofs \”low-slope\” roofs. The popularity of flat roofs is rising,

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asphalt roof

The Pros and Cons of an Asphalt Roof

Did you know that over 75% of Americans have an asphalt roof? Asphalt shingles are popular due to their low cost, easy installation, and various colors and styles. If you\’re considering getting a new roof for your home, you might wonder if an asphalt roof is the best option for you. Your first step is to

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EPDM roofing

The Ultimate Guide to EPDM Roofing

EPDM roofing became popular in the 70s and 80s because of the Middle East embargo. The event raised the price of asphalt. It also lowered the quality of the existing asphalt shingles.  EPDM roofs became the more cost-effective option in that period. This isn\’t the case today. However, EPDM roofing still has a lot to

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single ply roofing

6 Benefits of Single Ply Roofing for Your Business

It\’s estimated that the single ply roofing market will reach 5.72 billion by 2026. Revealing how popular a commercial roofing option this is for people. Different types of roofs are good for different reasons and in different circumstances. But single ply roofing is usually considered to be best for businesses. So if your business needs

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commercial roofing contractor

7 Questions to Ask Your Potential Commercial Roofing Contractor

Are you looking to hire a commercial roofing contractor? If so, a word of advice: don\’t settle for the first offer you get. See, repairing or replacing a commercial roof is a major project. Even in the best-case scenario, you can expect some disruption to your business. If you don\’t hire the right roofer, though,

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