Being a homeowner is a full-time job. Not only do you have to be concerned about the financial end – making those mortgage payments in a timely way – but there’s a constant stream of maintenance needs that must be addressed. Some home repairs can put off indefinitely. Others – like a leaky roof –…
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Asphalt shingles dominate the US roofing industry, accounting for more than 70% of all residential, sloped roofs including new construction and replacements. Why are they so popular? There are many reasons but the top three are low cost, ease of installation and longevity. Shingle roofs are more affordable than most other roofing types. They are…
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A line of severe thunderstorms is expected to reach East Tennessee this afternoon, with the potential for golf ball-size hail and an isolated tornado. The areas at greatest risk will be east of Interstate 75, where damaging winds and flash flooding are possible between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m., according to the National Weather Service…
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In this posting, we’ll talk more about the impact of colors on your roof. In one important respect, your roof is really no different than your clothing or the interior of your car. Some colors reflect heat. Others absorb it and create a much hotter environment. That’s why your choice of roofing colors can make…
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Summer weather can be hard on your roof. July is the hottest month in Knoxville with an average temperature of 88 degrees. Unlike your skin, there’s no lotion or moisturizer to protect your roof from the ravages of the sun. Roofing materials expand as the temperature rises and contracts as it cools. During the summer,…
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When it comes to roof repairs, some homeowners are tempted to do it themselves in an effort to save money and prove their skills. Many consider themselves to be craftsmen with a track record of successful home improvement projects. Their confidence level can be very high as they give themselves permission to take on increasingly…
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As we enjoy the warmer days of Spring, life takes on a fresh look. The trees have new leaves. Flowers are blooming. Birds are singing, and the days are longer. All in all, life is good. We even welcome that refreshing Spring rain that cleans the air and renews the earth. Sometimes, though, the weather…
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The current COVID-19 crisis is hurting millions of Americans financially. Forbes magazine reports that unemployment claims are through the roof while small businesses have been clamoring to secure loans that, at this point, may no longer be available. It’s a time when money is overwhelmingly scarce for a lot of people, and when anyone with…
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You pay those homeowner insurance premiums every month, and most of the time everything goes smoothly. No damage. No claims. No problem. Then comes that big rainstorm. Thunder. Lightning. High winds. Hail. That big tree you’ve been worried about for months starts to sway. Next thing you know, a big limb crashes through the roof….
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Spring is the best time to get your roof inspected and repaired from damages sustained during the winter. It’s also the time when you get your tax refund, giving you some extra bucks to spend on your roof. During the spring, most construction trades pick up the pace. This is based on three simple reasons:…
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