Author Archives: Michael Burdsall

Your roof protects your home from rain, wind, snow, and everything else the weather throws at it. When damage happens, many homeowners consider fixing or replacing only the damaged portion of the roof to save...

If your flat roof starts leaking or shows serious damage, one of the first things you may wonder is whether your insurance will pay to replace it. The answer depends on what caused the problem....

If your roof is starting to show signs of wear such as missing shingles, small leaks, or curling edges, you may be wondering whether to reshingle or get a full roof replacement. Both options can...

If you have ever looked up at your roof and noticed long black streaks running down the shingles, you are not alone. Many homeowners see this and worry that something is seriously wrong with their...

Replacing your roof is a big job, and it is also the best time to think about replacing your skylight. Even though a skylight may seem like a small part of the roof, it is...

Ice dams are thick ridges of ice that form along the edges of a roof during winter. They usually appear after a heavy snowfall followed by cold temperatures. Ice dams happen when heat from inside...

Replacing your windows can bring a lot of practical benefits to your home. New windows can make your house more comfortable, save you money, and give your home a fresh, updated look. Whether your current...

Many homeowners think their roof is in good shape as long as it isn’t leaking, but a roof can have plenty of problems long before water shows up inside the house. Because most people don’t...

Replacing a roof in the winter might sound unusual to some people, but there are actually many good reasons to get the job done during the colder months. Even though most homeowners think roofing should...

For those looking to purchase a metal roof, you can put a metal roof over shingles. Many homeowners do this to save time and money. Instead of tearing off the old shingles, the metal roof...

A 3-tab shingle roof is a type of asphalt roof that’s been used on homes for many years. It gets its name from the way each shingle is made. Each strip of shingle is about...