Is your existing or new roof showing signs of age or wear? From buckling shingles to unnoticed leaks, signs of roof damage aren’t always obvious. This article will help you spot the definite signs that your roof needs replacing and discuss the factors that impact its longevity—giving you essential insights on when to replace a
When you’re thinking about the integrity of your home, the question, ‘How long does a roof last?’ is one that might frequently cross your mind. Roofs are pivotal for shelter and protection, and they wear out over time. On average, a roof’s lifespan can range from 15 to 50 years, influenced by factors such as
You can take many good steps toward protecting your home, but the unexpected still happens, and damage still occurs. This is why you have insurance. Homeowner’s insurance mitigates the impact of destructive events and helps you recover as quickly as possible. However, roofing insurance companies can be difficult to work with, and getting your
Being a new homeowner can be very exciting. After all, you finally have a place that you can call your own. That said, many beginner homeowners may not be aware of everything that goes into maintaining their home, and a big part of this is the roof. The roof might just be one of the
Consider several Overhead and Profit scenarios you might encounter: An insurance company will pay Overhead and Profit after work is completed, but they won’t pay it on actual cash value (ACV) payments. An insurance company withholds Overhead and Profit from roofing, cleaning, mitigation, or debris removal or other specific areas of an estimate. An insurance
Hailstorms can cause significant damage to homes, and when these storms hit, roofing companies are in high demand. As a roofer, it’s essential to be prepared for the sudden influx of customers and ensure that your business can efficiently manage the workload. It pays to be proactive—not reactive! Below are 7 tips that will help
Roofing is a demanding job that requires hard work and specialized skills. As such, it is no surprise that roofers have their fair share of complaints and challenges. Below are the top three complaints roofers have when completing roof repair projects–and a partial solution to one of those complaints. #1 Materials and Weather Roofers often
What are roofing supplements? Roofing supplements are additional insurance claims filed when a roofing contractor requests trades, labor, or materials that were not a part of the original roofing claim. For example, an insurance adjuster may not have accounted for the correct number of roofing materials (shingles, flashing, drip edge, etc.) needed to repair the
If you work in the roofing industry, dealing with insurance claim estimates, adjusters, and paperwork can be a hassle. Many contractors find it their least favorite part of the job, and it’s no surprise why. Administrative tasks like these can quickly eat up 50% or more of your day, leaving little time for the essential
Three Additional Roof Components In Part One, we looked at six of the nine standard components that must be considered when replacing a roof–decking, flashing, underlayment, drip edges, ice and water shields, and asphalt shingles (or another cladding material). Now in Part Two, we look at the last three roofing components that typically need to
