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Ways A Roof Replacement Can Make Your Home More Energy Efficient

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You might be considering replacing your roof, anticipating how lustrous it will look and how the entire facade of your home will improve. While this will be the case, also bear in mind the practical benefits, such as the way a roof replacement can make your home more energy efficient. Read on to discover how this upgrade will help. Eliminate Holes In The Roof A roof replacement will eliminate any holes and gaps that might currently exist in your roof.

31 August 2020

Reasons To Undergo A Roof Replacement For Your Home

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The texture and colour of your roof dramatically influence how your home looks — the cladding covers a large area and is highly visible. Your home's energy efficiency also depends on its qualities. Thus, when considering your roof's integrity and condition, you'll need to weigh up your decisions carefully. Here are several reasons to undergo a metal roof replacement for your home. Improve Your Home's Appearance Broken, faded, rusty or mould-covered tiles or metal gives a home a dilapidated, un-cared for appearance.

25 June 2020

What You Should Know About the Roof Repointing Process

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When it comes to roof tiling installation, some form of adhesive material is required to allow for the installation of roof tiles. A mixture of high-strength cement, sand and some additives is usually used to make the adhesive that secures the tiles in place. This mixture is called the roof tile mortar.  If your older residential roof is made of roof tiles, one of the roof repairs that you may need to perform at some point in the future is repointing.

26 December 2019

Know When Your Commercial Roof Is Due for Professional Repairs

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Burglars and dishonest employees aren't the only enemies of your business. Did you know that a damaged roofing system is also an enemy that hinders the growth of your business? That's why you should contact a roofing contractor to inspect the roof of your business building and find out if it's in good shape. People who call in professional roofers for regular checks fix the roof problems that develop before they aggravate.

7 November 2019

Roofing Tips Every New Homeowner Should Know Today

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If you have just bought a new house or completed a roofing replacement project, you need to make sure that your roof is in excellent condition and that it's well-maintained. The shelter helps protect occupants from outdoor elements, ensures your belongings are waterproofed, and retains cold and heat in the house in summer and winter. You don't need to be an expert in roofing to understand some the fundamentals of a roofing system.

20 July 2019

Four Planning Guidelines for Asbestos Roof Replacement

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If your old residential roof has asbestos-containing materials, you might need to plan for replacement. In general, the asbestos in roofs is not dangerous if the material is not disturbed. Unfortunately, this harmful mineral might not remain stable forever. Aging and external interference can cause the particles of the asbestos to come loose and cause contamination. Therefore, if you have this type of roof, replacement is your best option for long-term protection.

28 March 2019

Should You Choose Clay or Concrete for Your Tile Roofs?

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When it comes to choosing roofing materials for your home, you have to be extremely cautious. Not every type of roof will work for your budget, aesthetics, and even energy efficiency. Tile roofs are among the many roofing materials you will find in the markets. They're often preferred for their low-level maintenance, high energy efficiency due to their heavy thermal mass, long-lasting ability, and insusceptibility to rot, corrosion, or insect damage, among other benefits.

28 September 2018

Benefits of Pre-Engineered Trusses for Newbie Roofers

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Pre-engineered trusses are preferred to traditional joist roof framing by most Australian roofers and truss specialists. If you are new in the roofing business and have been using the latter option for your roofing projects, then it is time to consider doing things differently. However, that might be a long shot if you do not know why pre-engineered trusses have become a major hit among Australian homeowners, as well as other roofers in the industry.

31 May 2018

Answering a Few Common Questions About Roofing Tiles

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When your home needs a new roof, you don't want to put off having this work done, as a high-quality roof will help to insulate your home, keeping your utility bills low. It's also good to remember that the longer you put off getting a new roof, the higher the risk of potential water damage to your home's framework, so you would then need to have the roof rafters and joists repaired as well.

27 March 2018

How to Conduct Tile Roof Repairs for Your Home

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Roof repair is the process of restoring various components of the roof to a functional condition after damage. A leaky roof can be quite annoying, especially during the rainy season. In spite of their durable nature, roof tiles are also known to break. The tile roof repair process can become quite challenging, especially if you are new to it. When looking to conduct roof tiling repairs, there are certain things you need to be aware of.

20 October 2017