(guest post by Adrian Brito on behalf of Frazier Roofing & Guttering) According to roofing companies in Grand Prairie Texas, building or renovating a home can be incredibly exciting and full of important decisions. There are siding options to consider, interior layouts to plan, energy-efficiency considerations to mull over. And, of course, there’s the roof. […]
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Roofing: Types, Equipment and Safety Measures
(guest post by Pete Campbell) There have been tremendous changes in the roofing industry over time. With newly emerging businesses and a competitive market, the industry has become more advanced and innovative. Basic tools are replaced with high-quality upgraded products in order to provide best customer satisfaction and make a mark in the market. […]
Roof Replacement—How to Tell if You Need a New One
(guest post courtesy Frazier Roofing) When you move into a beautiful new home, you’re probably not thinking about the inevitability of having to replace your roof. But as time goes by and the home around you ages, you might notice a couple things that are key to realizing whether it may be time to […]
Create a Green Roof
guest post by Chris Lundahl photo courtesy Flickr If you take pleasure in improving your house with fun DIY projects, why not install green roof? Not only can a living roof be aesthetically pleasing, but they help protect from storm waters, provide your home with sound and heat insulation, most possibly prolong the life […]
National Curb Appeal Month Tips for Enhancing A Home’s Curb Appeal
Never underestimate the power of curb appeal. A whopping 99 percent of National Association of Realtors members believe it’s important in attracting a buyer. August is National Curb Appeal Month, and the perfect time for homeowners to make upgrades. Whether repairs enhance form, function or both, homeowners should select projects that will improve quality […]
Building Homes with Products Made in the USA
MILLS RIVER, N.C. – Made in the USA Day on July 2nd serves as the ideal time to focus on the benefits of constructing homes with Made in America products. According to the National Association of Manufacturers, there are 12.3 million manufacturing workers in the United States. And, American manufacturers contributed $2.18 trillion to […]
Failing Concrete Roof Leads Homeowner to Polymer Slate Roofing
LENEXA, KAN. – Homeowner Julie Beck knew she had to get a new roof when it started raining inside her attic. Cracked concrete tiles, a poor installation job and overall deterioration of her concrete roof all combined in 2015 to prompt Beck to invest in a new Bellaforté Slate roof. “We suffered with this […]
Get Your Roof Ready for Winter with a Fall Inspection
As the calendar turns from summer to fall, it’s a perfect time to take a look at the roof before the harsh weather of winter arrives. Roof conditions can change with the season, especially when extreme temperature changes are involved. Temperature and seasonal changes can impact a roof’s ability to protect a home. Make sure […]
What is an Architectural Shingle?
(guest post courtesy Atlas Roofing) How Do Architectural Shingles Compare to Traditional Flat Shingles? For consumers building a new home or replacing the roof on an existing one, the selection of a roofing shingle is the most important part of the process. After all, the shingles installed today should protect and enhance a […]
Upgrade Your Roof with Architectural Shingles
One of our recent EHT projects was a DIY “roof-over,” in which we covered an existing single layer of three-tab asphalt roof shingles with architectural shingles. In roofing, the term “architectural” generally means the shingle has a three-dimensional design and construction. A true architectural shingle will have more than one thickness to provide enhanced […]