Is A Radiant Barrier The Cure For A Hot Atlanta Roof and High Energy Bills?
You don’t have to be a fortune teller to know that energy costs are not going down anytime soon. If you want to stay ahead of the rising energy bill game, you have to look at every possible opportunity for cost savings. Have you considered installing radiant barriers to keep the heat from your Atlanta […]
Two Things You Should Never Do To Your Roof – Atlanta Roofing Company Commandments
It’s easy to appreciate the importance of a having a sound roof over your home. Without one, we would be exposed to weather, pests and all kinds of debris. But if you are careless with your roof, you can shorten its life and increase the chances of water damage to your home. Avoid creating big […]
What Are Laminated Shingles?
You’ve just gotten off the phone with another Marietta roofing contractor and he only seemed interested in installing laminated shingles on your roof. He’s told you that they are his most popular seller, but does that mean they are the best shingle for your roof? Are laminated shingles really that great, or is it just […]
What Makes Some Shingles More Wind Resistant Than Others?
Any Atlanta roofing contractor will tell you that wind resistant shingles have become incredibly popular with the recent wave of severe wind and thunderstorms. But how much different are the wind resistant shingles from other less expensive shingles? Wind Resistant Shingles – What Your Atlanta Roofing Company Knows Every Atlanta roofing company will agree that […]
What Should My Atlanta Roofing Contractor Use, OSB or Plywood?
Plywood has been a staple of the construction industry for generations. For many, plywood is synonymous with wood. But not everyone is familiar with oriented strand board, or OSB, a popular plywood alternative among home builders and many Atlanta roofing contractors. Is OSB a good choice for building your new roof? OSB May Look Like […]
What to Look for in an Atlanta Roofer
With so many roofing companies to choose from in Atlanta, how do you find a good one? Although the state of Georgia does not requires a roofer to have a license, there are still a number of things you can do to make sure you hire a reliable and trustworthy Atlanta roofer. Check the Business […]
Where Did Those Spots On My Atlanta Ceiling Come From?
Your friends always compliment you on how clean and beautiful your Atlanta home is. Then, one day, a guest points out a few light brown water stains on your family room’s ceiling. Your embarrassment is soon overtaken by thoughts of concern. You wonder how you missed seeing them, how long the stains have been there, […]
Why Does Your Atlanta Roof Need Underlayment?
Most building codes require one to two layers of underlayment for sloped roofs. But even if they didn’t, your Atlanta roofing contractor wouldn’t risk building your roof without it. Here are the reasons why underlayment is an irreplaceable part of any shingled roofing system. Why Install Underlayment On Your Atlanta Roof? Once your new roof […]
Why Your New Roof is a Roofing System
A Roof is More than Simply Shingles Most homeowners understand the need to keep a roof over their heads. But few understand how a roof actually works. Although your roof appears to be a simple layer of shingles, it is actually a system of several parts, each with a unique function.åÊ Together, these parts form […]
Does Roof Color Affect Your Atlanta Home’s Temperature?
During the summer, we avoid dark shirts and choose to wear lightly colored ones instead, because we know that dark colors get hotter, faster. Should you avoid dark colored shingles to keep your Atlanta home cooler? “Yes” seems like an obvious answer, but when it comes to your Atlanta roof, there are more pieces to […]