Roofing News
Cleaning your Gutters for April Showers
Tags:Gutters play an important role during rainstorm or snow melting. Gutters route runoff water from your roof to a safe place where it can drain away from your home. In doing so, they protect siding, windows, doors, and foundations from water damage and help prevent flooding in basements. It is important to keep your gutters […]
Read MoreRoofer 411: Types Of Roofs
Tags:There are many different types of roofs to choose from. Some of the choices are limited to geographic area and climate. Others are used for outdoor storage units and outdoor spaces. Mansard Roof This type of roof is made up of four slopes, two on each side of the home. The lower slope is […]
Read MoreHarsh Winter Weather And Roofs
It is that time again when Northern Virginia will be facing harsh winter conditions and dealing with snowstorms. The Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) has provided guidance on how home owners can protect their home from harsh winter conditions, such as roof collapse due to heavy snow. The IBHS Guidelines To Determine The […]
Read MoreFlat Roof Replacement
Tags:Flat roofs are susceptible to different kinds of damage that can be caused by anything from intense weather to people walking on them. When you are thinking about replacing your home’s flat roof, you need to think long-term. Don’t opt for inexpensive flat roof materials. The experts at Style Roofing will help guide you through […]
Read MoreEnergy Savings Starts With Insulation
Properly designing and installing an insulation layer is critical to a roof’s energy efficiency. The National Roofing Contractor’s Association (NRCA) recommends proper design and installation of a roof’s insulation layer because an underinsulated building envelope is not energy-efficient. And from a home owner’s perspective, installing high R-value roof insulation should be a priority for energy […]
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