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About the Author

Nick is a Tucson native and University of Arizona graduate. He discovered his passion for roofing after traveling the world and meeting industry professionals from Texas. Today, Nick is the co-owner at Presidio Roofing and uses his 10+ years of roofing experience to help push the company forward.

Certifications & Affiliations

GAF Certification #1140907
GAF Certification #1140907 Presidio Roofing RCAT Profile
Owens Corning Certification #223631
Owens Corning Certification #223631 Presidio Roofing Owens Corning Profile
RCAT License #100762
RCAT License #100762 Presidio Roofing GAF Profile
IBHS Fortified Roofing Contractor
IBHS Fortified Roofing Contractor Presidio Roofing Fortified Certified profile
Gambrel Roofs Explained: Pros, Costs & Surprising Things Most People Miss 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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What is the Rake Edge of a Roof? 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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A Step-By-Step Guide to Cleaning Mold from Your Roof 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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What is a Mansard Style Roof? Pros, Cons, and Modern Uses 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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Does a New Roof Help with Heating and Cooling? 05.19.2025

Does a New Roof Help with Heating and Cooling?

Replacing a roof isn’t pocket change. Most homeowners don’t drop tens of thousands of dollars unless there’s a leak ove...
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How Long Does a Roof Last in Texas? 05.17.2025

How Long Does a Roof Last in Texas?

Let’s say you live in Dallas. Your roof’s about 12 years old and still looks okay, but your neighbor just replaced theirs...
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Rain Diverter vs Gutter: Which is Best for Your Home? 05.13.2025

Rain Diverter vs Gutter: Which is Best for Your Home?

Let’s say you’re tired of getting soaked every time you open your front door. Or maybe you’ve got water pooling around ...
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Thermal Shingle Splitting: How to Identify and Avoid it 04.28.2025

Thermal Shingle Splitting: How to Identify and Avoid it

When most of us think about roof issues, we probably think about big disasters most often (I know I do). After all, we live i...
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Roof Cooling Techniques for Hot Texas Summers 04.25.2025

Roof Cooling Techniques for Hot Texas Summers

If you live in Texas, your roof isn’t just a roof, it’s the first line of defense against triple-digit summers that feel ...
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Tarping a Roof: How, Why, and When to Do it 03.20.2025

Tarping a Roof: How, Why, and When to Do it

It's a genuinely sinking feeling when your roof takes such a hit that you have to scramble to make sure water isn't coming in...
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Types of Roof Sheathing 01.23.2025

Types of Roof Sheathing

When you think about the bones of a roof, most people picture the rafters or trusses. But there’s another layer that’s ju...
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Roof Truss Types: A Homeowner’s Guide 01.22.2025

Roof Truss Types: A Homeowner’s Guide

When it comes to building or fixing up a roof, most folks don’t give much thought to what’s holding it up—until somethi...
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How Much Does it Cost to Repair a Roof Leak? 01.10.2025

How Much Does it Cost to Repair a Roof Leak?

A roof leak can start as a small inconvenience but quickly lead to major damage if left untreated. Whether it's a missing shi...
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