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Fire-Resistant Roofing Materials
The past several years of fire seasons have taught Bay Area homeowners harsh lessons about the risks of wind-borne embers and firebrands, which are quick to ignite flammable materials from above rather than from direct flame contact. While it’s essential to observe...
Common Areas For Your Home’s Roof To Leak
There’s a reason why it’s good to have a professional roof inspection at least once a year. It’s the best way to check for red flags that could lead to roof leaks or stop early roof leaks before they get out of hand. Even so, roof leaks are inevitable, so knowing...
Choosing A Roof For Your Historic Home
Your beautiful bay area home is in need of a new roof, but how do you go about that without sacrificing its beautiful, architectural design? The good news for you is that innovative roofing materials make it possible to re-roof an 18th or 19th century home without...
Fall Roof Maintenance: 5 Things You Should Do Right Now
The end of summer and the beginning of fall is an important time for your roof. This is the season when proactive home and building owners contact local professionals to perform key fall roof maintenance in preparation for the winter storm season. In the market to...
The Benefits Of A Professional Roof Inspection
Scheduling a professional roof inspection and annual maintenance is the best way to save money on future repairs and extend your roof’s longevity. The National Roofing Contractors Association recommends inspecting your roof two times a year. While one of these...
Managing Roofing Issues And Your HOA
If your home is located in an HOA, you’ll need to manage any roof owners with respect to the Home Owners Associations guidelines, often referred to as the CC&R’s (Covenants, Codes & Restrictions). It is imperative that you review the rules and, if possible,...
6 Benefits Of Adding A Roof To Your Porch
This time of year, early spring, is always a reminder of how beneficial adding a roof to your porch can be for Bay Area homeowners. While the days may still be cooler or drizzly, the addition of a roof over your porch means an automatic expansion of outdoor living...
The Good And Bad Of A Flat Roof
Flat roofing systems are common in many historic downtowns, as well as mid-century and modern home designs. There are both good and bad elements to a flat roofing design. The main focus for any flat roof design, build, or replacement is waterproofing. Without the...
Maintain Your Trees To Protect Your Roof
We spend quite a bit of time educating clients about the importance of roof maintenance when it comes to preserving their roof’s lifespan (and warranty!), not to mention the structural components of their home or business. The trees that surround the building are...