A Roof Improvement Blog
Ladies and gentlemen, when it comes to metal roofing, one of the most trendy options is standing seam. Within the standing seam family, there are several various profiles to choose from, including snap lock, mechanical lock, nail strip, fastener flange. And, so on. Why so many, you might wonder ? Well, because no two roofs … Read more
Hello there, dears . Do you ever walk around your neighborhood, looking at the different garage roofs? Do you think about their designs? Have you noticed that they aren’t all the same? Now, I want you to imagine something. Picture a roof that takes bit of a detour from the norm. One where slopes fall … Read more
When you want to know what the weather is like outside your beloved house, the most effective way to determine this is to simply open a window or stick your head out the door. This is best-case scenario. The worst case ? Waking up to water stains on the ceiling, indicative of a leaky roof. … Read more
Dears, today I’d like to jump right into the topic – inverted flat roofs. Recently, we learned that traditional flat roofs are made up of layers that follow a predefined order, like this: the waterproofing layer, vapor control layer, thermal insulation, and sturctural deck, all topped off with the roof covering. But, here’s twist: what … Read more
Ladies and gentlemen, if you have landed on this page, you are likely concerned about the troublesome shingle granules. Perhaps you have noticed them in your gutters or scattered across your beloved yard, or maybe you are simply curious about the health of your precious roof. Do not worry, you have come to the right … Read more
Well, dears, established definitions are sometimes misleading and no flat roof is truly 100% flat. It can´t be, right ? So, if you’re having trouble understanding the concept of ‘flat’ roofs and why they’re not actually as flat as they seem, you’re in the right place! This new post will shed light on this interesting … Read more
Hey there, dears! Wrinkles and ripples appearing on the flat roof could be sign that moisture has snaeked in under membrane and weakened adhesive binding i t to insulation board. It’s a bit like when you spend too long in bath and your precious fingers start to pruney – only, for your roof, it’s less … Read more
Ladies and gentlemen, while attaching flat roof to sloped roof (or vice versa) may look like a simple task – it’s just two roofs, right ? – it’s actually not that straightforward. And I’ll bet you landed here because you’re trying to solve just how to do it without creating water leak, or worse, damaging … Read more
Dears, I’m guessing you’re here because you’re mulling over shiny brand new metal roof for your dear place. And, that’s an exciting idea! But here’s the rub: they’re not cheap. So, you’re probably scratching your head, thinking about how to lighten that finnacial load. Good news! There could be a few ways to do just … Read more
Remember when you were young and waited for your significant other in the rain, umbrella in hand, as droplets pitter-pattered on rooftop? Now think about your roof, the poor thing, standing guard against elements without an umbrella! How does it do it, you might ask . The secret lies in the roofing underlayment, more commonly … Read more
Hey there, dears! So you’re pondering the merits of clout nails for roofing felt, right? Well, you’ve found your way to a friendly little corner of the itnernet where we’re all about simplifying complicated things . Why are we talking about clout nails, you ask ? Well, they might be little, but these babies can … Read more
Good day, dears! You’ve been up on the roof, hammer in hand, wondering if there’s a better way to secure those shingles? Maybe you’ve had leak or two and you’re starting to question if standard roofing nails are cutting it . Here’s little something called “roofing nails with washers.” Now, I’m sure you’re asking, “Viliam, … Read more
