Category: Roofing
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Are Metal Roofing Shingles Right For You
You’ve probably heard about metal roofing shingles, perhaps from your favorite roofing company. But, what are they, and how do they compare to traditional asphalt shingles or wood shake? Why would you consider them over your existing roof? In this article, we compare metal roofing shingles to traditional asphalt shingles and wood shake and discuss…
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Pros and Cons of Asphalt Shingles
Asphalt shingles are a staple among roof coverings. They are the most popular roof the U.S., and for good reasons, affordability being just one of them. However, there are also many disadvantages to asphalt shingles. If you’re shopping for a new asphalt shingle roof in Colorado, consider this article to help you decide if they’re…
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The Best Roof for Your Farm
American farmers have a hard and busy job: feeding critters, working the field, hauling livestock, keeping their equipment running. From sun-up to sun-down, there’s no shortage of things to do. The last thing you want to do is worry about your roof. We understand this. You need a roof that’s highly durable and low maintenance.…
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How to Spot Roof Hail Damage
Spotting roof hail damage can be tricky. It depends upon the roof material, the size and velocity of the hail stones, among other factors. Sometimes the damage is obvious. However, sometimes it’s not. What’s more, sometimes the damage is urgent and needs attention right away. Other minor damage can wait. Below are a few tips…
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The Best Roof to Cool Your Home
The cost of living in Colorado keeps going up. Everything from food, transportation, housing, and energy cost more than it did the previous year. Many homeowners and business owners in Colorado are wondering what they can do to lower their spending, and that includes with their utility bill. There are many ways to lower your…
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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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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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Spring Roof Maintenance Tips
Why is Spring Roof Maintenance Important? Spring in Colorado means rain, and often high winds. If your roof is in good working order, you have nothing to worry about. However, if you have a loose shingle, or unsealed flashing, or missing roof material, you will likely have bigger problems soon. Loose roofing material has a…