Installing a skylight in a newly built home is the best option for incorporating a skylight into your roof, though retrofitting your existing roof to accommodate skylights is also very doable. Where things can get tricky is installing a skylight between trusses, which are strong, pre-engineered supports for your roof. Here is our advice on […]
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Common Problems with Roof Shingles
A shingled roof is going to provide your family and your home with a great deal of protection from the elements. An asphalt shingled roof is an efficient, economical, and attractive way to roof a house. At some point, however, you may have a roof that needs a little help. Let’s take a look at […]
Ridge Vents vs. Box Vents: Which Vent is Better?
Venting your roof and attic is highly recommended and very beneficial to the health and integrity of your home. Ventilation can also reduce indoor air impurities and keep a nice, mild airflow in your attic areas to help save your home from developing issues. There are different roof ventilation options, with ridge vents and box […]
How are Asphalt Roof Shingles Made?
With all the roofing shingle options out there, we find asphalt shingles to be one of the best options for homes, both new and existing. This type of shingle has a lot of benefits and options for all design styles and budgets. The asphalt shingle has been around for a long time and the technologies […]
What is a Roofing Ridge Vent?
Ventilation of a roof is so important for maintaining the condition of not only your roof itself but your entire home. Venting is a must and a good investment when you are putting on a new roof. The ridge vent, in particular, looks nice and will go a long way to keeping your home well-ventilated […]
What does GAF Master Elite Certification Mean?
If you’ve been researching Austin roofing companies, you might have noticed the three letter name, GAF, being mentioned. GAF has grown into one of the largest roofing manufacturers here in North America. They have been around since the late 1800s and continually developed the modern roofing products of the time. In 1912, GAF “…introduced easy […]
