Tin roofs have been around since the turn of the 20th century. Many homeowners preferred tin roofing primarily because it was inexpensive and yet extremely durable. That’s why it’s one of the top choices for commercial and industrial buildings. It wasn’t until recently that people began to see the potential of a tin roof to [...] Read more »
Fix Your Leaking Roof – Top 4 Most Common Sources of Roof Leaks
A leaking roof can drive most homeowners insane at first glance. Oftentimes, the source and cause behind it is very difficult to diagnose. That’s why most people just try to live with their leaking roof, hoping it would just fix itself or that it would disappear the next time another torrential downpour comes. If you’re [...] Read more »
Why You Should Seriously Consider Torch Down Roofing
Torch down roofing, oftentimes referred to as rubberized asphalt is most commonly used for buildings (and sometimes homes) with flat rooftops. Because asphalt is literally melted onto the rooftop during the installation process, an impenetrable layer is created. This gives your roof a lifespan of about 15 to 20 years. It’s ideal for buildings with [...] Read more »
The Various Types of Corrugated Sheets Used For Roofing
For decades, corrugated roofing sheets have been the top choice for commercial and industrial buildings. Recently, it’s begun to appeal to homeowners and home builders because of their strength, durability, low cost and aesthetic potential. A corrugated sheet is usually made of metal but there are other varieties sold in the market and used in [...] Read more »
Five Superb Advantages of Corrugated Tin Roofing
It’s hard not to recognize the rippled look of corrugated tin roofing. For years, it’s been the ideal roofing material for industrial, commercial and agricultural buildings. Recently, people have started to recognize its viability for residential use. Corrugated tin has a bad reputation among people though. It’s commonly associated with rust, noise and sheer ugliness. [...] Read more »
Chimney Flashing – Do-It-Yourself Tips For Rookies
When people complain about leaks near and around their chimneys, the most likely culprit is the chimney flashing. This is the sheet metal lining the base of chimneys on rooftops. The purpose of this sheet of metal is to keep the area where the chimney intersects with the rooftop watertight. Time To Work On It [...] Read more »