A roof leak should not be left unaddressed because water can cause mold, rot, and drywall collapse. Collapsed ceilings and walls are obviously not a good thing. The damage from mold and rot can be equally impactful–mold spores are harmful to breathe in, mold can make surfaces slippery fall hazards, rot ruins structural supports, and …
It’s obvious how roofs can get damaged by falling branches and toppling trees, but what kind of damage does weather inflict? In this blog, we look at how weather conditions–extreme and otherwise–can impact residential and commercial roofs in North Georgia Wind Damage We may not often see sustained hurricane-force winds ripping through Georgia, but we …
The cost of roof repair or replacement varies from one roof to the next because material costs vary. As is the case in most industries, higher-priced materials tend to correlate to higher quality and longer lifespan. With so many roofing materials on the market, the decision-making process is sometimes overwhelming for home and property owners. …
Replacing a roof is no small undertaking in terms of expense, so most people put it off as long as possible. Sometimes, though, when a roof has developed problems, a choice must be made between replacing the whole thing or doing targeted repairs. Even that choice can be murky. Say you fix one area of …
You’ve probably noticed that your roof has vents, but do you have any idea why? Many homeowners don’t know much about roof venting systems or their purpose. Let’s remedy that. We’ve put together the basic information every homeowner should know. Types of Roof Venting Systems The purpose of a roof venting system is to allow …