Roofing and Solar Blog Posts
What is a Hip Roof?
When it comes to building houses, one of the most essential elements of the structure is your roof design. The roof shape and the roofing material that a builder uses can affect your roof’s ability to withstand wind, rain, hail, and it’s overall longevity. The shape is more than just aesthetics. Different styles of roof…
What is a Roof Pitch?
Your roof pitch, in the simplest terms, is the vertical rise of your rafters. Pitch is usually expressed as a ratio of the rise and run, where the run is defined as 12. For example, a roof pitch factor of 4/12 will increase 4 feet in height every 12 feet of horizontal distance. A flat…
How to Clean a Roof: Stains, Dirt, and Rust
Dirt and stains on your home’s roof are never a pleasant sight, but even worse is the grime hiding up there that you can’t see. In order to protect your house, you need to regularly inspect your roof and keep it clean. If you neglect to clean and maintain your roof, you may need to…
How to Clean Roof Shingles Effectively
Because your home’s roof is constantly exposed to the elements, dirt, grime, and plant or fungal growth can cause black stains or otherwise discolor your shingles. Learning how to clean roof shingles is important. This can dramatically reduce your curb appeal. Just like the rest of your house, the only way you can keep your…
How to Remove Moss From a Roof Naturally
Your roof is designed to protect your home and your family from the elements. Heat, cold, sun, and storms all take their toll. Eventually, you may notice green clumps growing in shady places across your roof. These unsightly splotches are very likely moss. Moss is more than just an unattractive nuisance. Over time, It can…
How to Cut Metal Roofing
Metal roofs offer a ton of advantages over the traditional asphalt shingles. They are durable, lightweight, and when they are properly installed, they can last as much as three times longer than shingle based roofs. Some metal roof styles can provide the benefits of a metal roof while keeping the looking of a traditional roof….
Tips for Installing a Metal Roof Over Shingles
Metal roofs offer a ton of advantages. In sunny climates like San Diego, exposure to UV light can greatly reduce the lifespan of asphalt shingles. As compared to an asphalt roof, a metal roof is more resilient, and it is much better at absorbing the extra heat, which should help your house stay cool. Termites…
What Are the Different Metal Roof Styles?
Metal roofing offers a ton of advantages. In warm, sunny climates, they offer superior insulation and they won’t break down from UV exposure. They are much more environmentally friendly as well. Metal roofs can be made from up to 95% recycled materials, and when it comes time to replace them, the entire roof is recyclable. …
How Often Does a Roof Need to be Replaced?
Your roof serves the essential role of protecting you and your family from the elements while keeping you warm, comfortable, and dry. Unfortunately, all of that punishment naturally means that your roof will likely need a replacement at some point in your home’s life. How often does a roof need to be replaced? If you…
Why Your Roof Leaks in Heavy Rain + Prevent a Future Leak
A roof over your head is the ultimate sign of personal comfort and security. However, on those days of particularly heavy rain, you may be experiencing some water making its way into your home. Along with making your home colder and pointing to potential drafts, roof leaks in heavy rain can contribute to structural damage…