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The Recommended Pitch Ranges of Various Roofing Materials

For most homeowners, choosing roofing materials is usually a matter of aesthetics and affordability. There’s more to it, however. Roof replacement pros will tell you that the roof’s pitch is another thing to consider when making your selection. As it turns out, the pitch determines the materials you can use on your roof.

How to Tell if Your Gutters Need Replacement

Gutter systems play an important role in protecting your home from various forms of moisture damage. That’s why they are generally designed to withstand the elements and last for a long time. However, despite their durability and strength, gutters can’t remain in good shape forever. Over time, they will show signs of wear due to …

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Essential Facts About Soffits

The functional and aesthetic contributions of soffits can be quite valuable for any home. But what are soffits, and what do they do?——————————————– CONTINUE READING ——————————————–What Are Soffits?Soffits are basically used to cover the eaves and protect the rafter beams from being fully exposed to the elements. Furthermore, they help prevent issues that could potentially …

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Thermal Bridging: How Can It Be Addressed?

Also known as thermal tracking or “ghosting,” thermal bridging happens when heat moves across an object that is more conductive than the materials surrounding it. “What’s the deal with it?”, you might ask. For one, it is one of the major sources of energy loss in homes and buildings: it can account for up to …

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Seamless Gutters: Questions to Ask Your Installer

Many gutter systems are installed in segments – that is, they come in standard 10-foot lengths and pieced together on-site. Over time, however, each joint would eventually lose its tight seal, causing leaks and exposing the home’s exterior to water damage.——————————————– CONTINUE READING ——————————————–This is not the case with a seamless gutter system. It doesn’t …

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Video: GAF StainGuard Plus™ Asphalt Shingles

Blue-green algae is a common problem that affects more than 80% of residential roofing systems in the U.S. While the dark stains do not affect roofing performance, they do leave noticeably ugly marks on your system. Here’s how GAF solves this problem with StainGuard Plus™ Shingles.

4 Tips on Choosing the Right Roofing Shingles

Asphalt shingles are available in virtually any color, shape and style so choosing new ones can be daunting, even for seasoned homeowners. Here are some tips on how to choose the right roofing shingles.

What You Should Know About Metal Roof Underlayments

Due to its durability and the minimal upkeep it requires, homeowners have begun to realize and appreciate the advantages of metal for a residential roofing system. 

Simple Ways to Make Your Roof Stormproof

With the harsh and changing weather conditions, keeping your roof in top shape is a must all year round. It is especially important to protect your roofing system against storms. Here are some tips on how you can stormproof your roof.

5 Things to Do Before Painting Your Siding

In order to get good results for your paint job, you should pay as much attention to the preparation as you would the actual work. Here are some tips on how to prepare your siding for painting.