The major source of accidents in the United States is when people are above ground level working at heights. Working on a roofing system is very risky especially if the structure is old. It is of paramount importance for personnel working on old decking to be conscious of such safety concerns. Old structures are brittle…
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During the winter season, ice dams can build up in gutters and roof edges. This is caused by snow that melts on the eaves during the day and refreezes at night. When snow accumulates, water from the melting snow does not drain properly; it instead causes water to leak into the building structure. To prevent…
The ultimate function of a roofing system is to serve as a protective structure that prevents pouring rain from sipping inside the house. Rainwater is the most common enemy of a roofing structure that is difficult to control. By virtue of gravity, it will always flow downward following the pull of the gravity; this is…
The role of your roof’s drip edge is to direct water away from your roof and into your gutters. The drip edge can be found at the edge of the roof, right near the gutter. While it’s a small, subtly noticeable piece, it’s essential for keeping your roofing material dry and protected from the elements.…
Generalized roof pricing is extremely difficult to determine because each roofing system is different. In general roof pricing is controlled by the material types, roofing components used, quality of the roofing components, labor, and warranty work. A full inspection by a roofing specialist will be able to determine accurate pricing based on the roof’s condition,…
FRUGAL MEETS FLEXIBILITY With low installation fees and impressive homeowner incentives, it’s easy to see why frugal shoppers prefer this roof type. In addition to this financial trait, the design potential for the composition roof is very flexible, due to the wide variety of shingle colors. Design Our composition shingles are available in three primary…
The nails used in roofing are extremely important in the terms of how well your roof will perform and last over its lifetime. In College Station roofing, nails provide added strength to both the outer roof (shingles, metal sheeting, etc.) and to the inner roof (trusses and support structures) during stormy and windy weather. Different…
The installation of flashing on wood roofs may not be difficult at all and can be a DIY job with the right skills and tools. It is not common for most people to have the tools or knowledge to perform such a task, so a local contractor is usually called to do the job. It…