When winter arrives and temperatures plunge, heat doesn't travel from an attic into the living quarters. Instead, heated indoor air travels from the home into the attic, along with moisture.
Read MoreThe Enemy Ice dams and wind-driven rain are the culprits, allowing water to get under a roof's outer shell --whether it's shingles, slate, tile, cedar shake or metal. And unless your roof deck is protected with a waterproof barrier, damage is the inevitable consequence.
Read MoreThe roof in your home is a major line of defense against the power of mother nature.While a common choice is asphalt shingles, a metal roof is the premier product for strength, longevity and carefree maintenance.
Read MoreWhen your new roof was installed, friends and neighbors may have remarked how it enhanced the beauty of your home. However, research indicates that aging begins soon after the shingles are installed and progresses rapidly during the initial curing phase of its life cycle.
Read MoreConsider the conditions your roof must endure. First, there is the intense heat of the sun, which scorches the surface of the roof and raises rooftop temperatures 50 to 75 degrees fahrenheit above ambient temperature.
Read MoreAsphalt is one of the primary ingredients in roofing shingles. Its purpose is to provide the waterproofing integrity for the roof. Secondarily, the asphalt holds the colored granules in place and contributes to the overall strength of the shingle.
Read MoreWhen winter arrives and temperatures plunge, you might think the movement of heated air would no longer cause problems in attics. But that's not true. With seasonal changes, the conditions just reverse. Heat doesn't travel from an attic into the living quarters.
Read MoreWhat's the purpose of attic ventilation? It seems like a simple question, easy enough to answer. Unfortunately, all too often, that's not the case.
Read MoreA Mule-Hide Roofing System is a single ply membrane adhered to your roof by adhesive and specially designed accessories. The technical name is EPDM. EPDM is rubber that comes in large, flat sheet sizes.
Read MoreAlthough the problems of attic heat and moisture have different causes, they share a common solution: a high-efficiency ventilation system that allows a uniform flow of air to sweep the underside of the roof sheathing.
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