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01.04.2026 Starter Shingles and Their Purpose
When most people think about roofing, they picture the visible shingles that cover the majority of the roof.
However, a ...
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12.22.2025 Flat Roof Bubble Repair: What Causes It and How to Fix It
It’s common for homeowners to worry when they see a bubble forming on their flat roof. You probably chose a flat roof becau...
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12.12.2025 Historic Roof Replacement and Repair
When you live or work in a historic building, you have a duty to preserve its legacy for future generations. If the roof star...
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12.02.2025 The Best Types of Commercial Roofing Materials
Choosing the right commercial roofing material is one of the most important decisions a building owner can make. After all, y...
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10.14.2025 Granular Loss: The First Sign Your Roof Might Be Failing
As a homeowner, it’s natural that you want your roof to protect your family from the elements. But the reality is that even...
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10.10.2025 Standing Seam vs. Screw Down Metal Roofs: What’s the Real Difference?
Metal roofs have become increasingly popular with homeowners over the last few years, due to their cost-effectiveness and dur...
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10.07.2025 What’s the Difference Between a Skylight and a Sun Tunnel?
Natural lighting has the power to make a home feel brighter, warmer and more inviting. Whether you're looking to cut down on ...
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10.04.2025 Sheeting vs. Sheathing: Are They the Same in Roofing?
As a homeowner, you may have encountered the terms sheeting and sheathing used by roofing contractors or other construction p...
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10.01.2025 Synthetic Underlayment vs. Felt: Which One Actually Protects Your Roof Better?
Choosing the right materials for a roofing project is about more than simple curb appeal. The homeowners we talk to every day...
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06.08.2025 Gambrel Roofs Explained: Pros, Costs & Surprising Things Most People Miss
What Is a Gambrel Roof and Why Do People Choose It?
A gambrel roof is easily recognized by its two distinct slopes on each s...
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06.07.2025 What is the Rake Edge of a Roof?
The rake edge is the sloped edge of a roof that runs from the eave (the lower horizontal edge) all the way up to the ridge (t...
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06.05.2025 A Step-By-Step Guide to Cleaning Mold from Your Roof
Black streaks or green moss on your roof aren’t just an eyesore, they can shorten your roof’s lifespan if ignored.
Wha...
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06.03.2025 What is a Mansard Style Roof? Pros, Cons, and Modern Uses
A mansard roof has four sides, each with two distinct slopes" a nearly vertical lower slope and a gentler upper slope. This d...
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