Category: Roofing Installation

You may have heard contractors talk about being a "Platinum Contractor". This sounds pretty prestigious, but what does it really mean? Here is our breakdown of what it means to be an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Roofing Contractor. A "Platinum Contractor" is a roofing contractor that is in the top tier of a prem...

Determining whether or not your roof needs to be replaced isn't always as simple as discovering a leak. Of course, if you find yourself with buckets and cooking pots to collect rainwater, it is a good indication that you need a new roof. But noticing the telltale signs early will allow you to have the necessary roof re...

Have you ever wondered what happens to your old roofing material when it's removed from your home? For years, old shingles and roofing material has ended up buried in landfills. Why is this bad? For starters, landfills are overflowing with waste. This waste increases air and water pollution and greenhouse gases that co...

You know the saying, "If it seems too good to be true, it probably is." That applies to everything, including roofing cost. When shopping for any kind of home improvement contractor, you should get several estimates and take time to compare them. If one of your estimates includes an unusually low roofing cost, this doe...

Few things have as great of an impact on your home's appearance as a roof, and changing the color of your roofing materials is a chance to change the overall feel of your home. While many may consider replacing a roof a daunting task, replacing your roof is actually an exciting opportunity. All of the replacement ro...

When calculating a roofing quote, there is much more involved than the size of the roof. When comparing roof estimates with friends, family, and neighbors, here are a few things to keep in mind: Layers Additional layers of roofing raise the price. When the layers are removed, this calculates more waste. The removal o...

Now that you have signed up with your roofing contractor, how do you prepare for your roof replacement? If you've never had a roof replaced before it can be difficult to anticipate what the day will bring. Here is our guide on what to expect during the roof replacement process. In preparation for the removal of old ...

Drip, drip, drip, it's the sound a homeowner never wants to hear – especially if you just replaced your roof! Your roof is brand new, how could this happen? Roof failure is most often caused by poor workmanship, including incorrectly installed flashing systems and faulty attic ventilation. Poor Workmanship The most...