Category: Residential Roofing
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Is It Time to Switch to a Standing Seam Roof
Your asphalt shingle roof is showing signs it’s time to replace it. You’ve heard of the benefits of a metal roof and you’re wondering if it’s time to switch to standing seam. There are many reasons to switch to a sheet metal roof, and there are good reasons to avoid another shingle roof. Keep reading…
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Standing Seam vs Ribbed vs Corrugated
It’s time to replace your worn-out asphalt shingle or wood shake roof. You’ve heard about all the great advantages of sheet metal roofing, but which is right for you – standing seam, ribbed or corrugated? One is recommended for your home, while another is recommended for your barn or shed. As more Coloradans are replacing…
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2 New Roof Shingles You Might Not Have Heard Of
2 new roof shingles you might not have heard of are SBS-modified shingles and stone-coated steel shingles. Both of these roof coverings are somewhat new to the roofing industry. SBS-modified shingles are common asphalt shingles that have been modified with rubber. Stone-coated steel shingles resemble traditional asphalt shingles, except instead of a fiberglass mat, they…
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The 5 Best New Roofing Shingles for Colorado in 2024
When looking for new roofing shingles in Colorado in 2024, it’s important to remember that we get a lot of hail storms. According to some reports, there have been over 40 hail storms in Colorado in 2024 so far. Today’s August 5. According to CPR golfball and baseball-sized hail pummeled Denver and Commerce City in…
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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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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…