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Why You Shouldn’t Delay Fixing That Small Roof Leak
It’s Spring in Colorado and it’s been lightly raining all day. You’re home from a long day’s work in the kitchen making yourself something to eat when you notice the ocassional water drip coming from the hood vent above the stove. You don’t think much of it, maybe it’s just condensation. You forget about it…
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The Importance of Gutters, Downspouts, and Downspout Extensions
The importance of gutters, downspouts, and downspout extensions should not be ignored. They are a necessary part of your home’s drainage system. Without them, rain water and melting snow from your roof would pool around your building’s foundation and eventually cause serious damage, such as cracks, flooding, and erosion. The purpose of gutters, downspouts, and…
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How Often Should You Replace Your Roof?
It’s difficult to say how often you should replace your roof, as it depends upon many factors. Most people wait as long as possible to replace their roof because it’s so expensive. It’s also common to replace an aging roof before selling one’s home, as this increases the chances of selling their home for their…
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Greenest Roof for Your Home
The ‘greenest’ roof might not be what you’d expect. When most homeowners think of a ‘green’ roof, they think of an organic roof, such as wood shake or clay tiles. However, the ‘greenest’ roof for your home is the one that lasts the longest, is 100% recyclable, and is the ‘coolest’. And, that’s metal panels,…
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When’s The Best Time of Year to Have Your Roof Replaced
Quick Answer: The best time to replace your roof in Colorado is in March, April, September, October, or November when it’s not too windy, raining, and above 40º for asphalt shingles. Steel shingles, tile, and sheet metal have more flexability. Thinking of a new roof and wondering when is the best time of year to…
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Did Your Roof Fare the Recent Wind Storm
Did your roof fare the recently high winds? NWSBoulder recently reported wind gusts up to 80mph in wind-prone areas in the Colorado foothills. Is there any damage to your roof? Do you know what to look for? Before the next rain, hail, or high wind storm, you’ll want to have a look at your roof…
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Spring Roof Maintenance Tips
Why is Spring Roof Maintenance Important? Like most of the country, Spring means rain in Colorado. If your roof is in good working order, you have nothing to worry about. However, if you have a shingle that’s not secure, or flashing that isn’t sealed, or missing roof material, you will more than likely have a…
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Is a Metal Roof Worth It
Your existing roof needs replacing and you’re considering going with metal. You’re wondering if a new metal roof is worth it, if it’s worth the additional expense. It’s a good question considering metal is among the more expensive roofs, initially. It’s understandable why traditional asphalt shingles might be tempting. Afterall, they’re the most affordable roof…
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Wood Shake/Shingle Roof Disadvantages
Sure, a real wood shake or shingle roof looks nice. It has that warm, old world charm. Afterall, wood and thatch are among the oldest roof coverings. However, back then, humans didn’t have many roof options, not like we do today. And, today we know better. Although a wood shake or shingle roof looks nice,…
