Roofing underlayment is a frequently overlooked component of the roof by homeowners, and yet, the underlayment serves a crucial role in protecting your home from the elements. While your shingles are your roof’s primary defense against Mother Nature, the roofing underlayment provides a backup layer of protection that not only guards against water intrusion should […]
When it comes to how residential roofs compare to commercial roofs, many people are mistaken in believing they are pretty much the same. While both are designed to protect the interior of the building by keeping the elements out and properly shedding water from the structure, there are key differences between commercial and residential roofs, […]
A new roof is often one of the single most expensive, yet expected, repairs a homeowner will make. Yet many homeowners are not aware that, when replacing a roof, they will need to decide between two distinct options – whether to overlay shingles over their existing roof or tear away the old roof before laying […]
When Spring rolls around and people start readying their homes for summer, the idea of power washing might come to mind but be quickly dismissed as an extravagance, an unnecessary expense. However, the reality is power washing should be part of your home’s maintenance routine, similar to cleaning the gutters and servicing your furnace and […]
Because they are most often below grade, and because water seeks the path of least resistance, basements are one of the most common areas in homes affected by water intrusion. Whether it takes the form of a standing pool of water (or worse) or an increase in the humidity levels of your home, basement water […]
