Research Articles

Roof Weight: Discover What’s Weighing You Down

October 10, 2017 | Filed under: Buying A New Roof Videos , Newsletter Articles , Research

Here is  something of considerable substance: the weight of your home’s roof. How much do different roofing materials weigh? How does roof weight affect your home’s energy efficiency, value, and other things? Read on as we address those questions and more. Your Current Roof It’s important to understand your current roof system. Things you must… read more

Metal Roofing and Wind Resistance

October 6, 2017 | Filed under: Newsletter Articles , Research , Wind Resistance

A quality installation of a quality metal roof, with wind resistance, could have made a difference during the horrific hurricanes and tropical storms of 2017 which impacted and displaced thousands of people. As a company, we worked with local contractors and agencies to support rebuilding efforts in the affected areas. Read All About Hurricanes and… read more

Roof Geometry: How Does the Shape of Your Roof Impact Your Roofing Decisions?

July 5, 2017 | Filed under: Miscellanous Articles , Research

Here’s something you might not have considered that affects roof performance: roof geometry. How does the shape of your roof impact your roofing decisions? As you read, we encourage you to refer to our online Glossary of Roofing Terms. ROOF PITCH The pitch, or steepness, of a roof is often referred to in terms of… read more

Choosing: Our Visualizer Tool Helps You Try On a Metal Roof

March 30, 2017 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof , Research

It’s rare that any of us will make an investment grade decision without doing as much research as possible. One of the most important considerations: figuring out what your new roof will look like on your home. Will it fit in with the neighborhood? Will it help your property stand apart? Will it match your… read more

Understanding Your Roof Warranties:The Fine Print

March 29, 2017 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof , Research

Here’s a detailed explanation of roof warranties, including what to expect from your roof’s manufacturer and installer warranties. 2 Roof  Warranties When you purchase a new roof for your home, you should receive 2 warranties, and both should be in writing. One is from the manufacturer of the roofing material covering the integrity of their… read more

44 Questions to Ask Your Roofing Contractor

March 2, 2017 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof , Homeowner Tips , Research

Choosing a roofing contractor who will do a professional job is critical. The Better Business Bureau and other consumer agencies receive thousands of complaints about roofing contractors each year. Unfortunately, most states have few or no regulations regarding roofing contractors and installers, nor do they have building code requirements pertaining to roofing. This creates a… read more