When you think of roofing repairs, broken shingles and fallen tiles may come to mind. However, one of the most severe roofing problems is leaking. Sure, a droplet here or there may not seem threatening. But give it an hour and you’ll have enough to...
If you’ve noticed dark areas or mold growing on your tile roof it’s probably time to look into the cleaning options available to you. While it is not advisable to pressure wash an asphalt shingle roof because it will force off the protective granules, it...
In the House show listener, Max, asks, "There are so many different kinds of ridge vents available now—some with shingles, others made from plastic or different metals. Is there a difference in how much air each kind lets in and out?" Obviously ventilation is very important...
Hurricane season is quickly approaching. Emotions run high after a large storm, and sometimes it is difficult to think clearly. It is best if you know the exact steps you need to take after a storm before you have roof damage. Write down the steps you...
For the Second Year in a Row, Universal Roof and Contracting Jacksonville has gone above and beyond in customer service and experience to receive the Pulse of the City Award. What are Some ways we have earned This? Highly Qualified Estimators and Roof Replacement Experts We...
During spring and summer, Floridians receive a notable amount of rain. Because of this, it’s crucial to maintain healthy gutters and downspouts. During storms, gutters reroute the runoff from the roof, draining away from the house. This, in turn, protects your siding, windows, doors and...
You may have heard the saying, “The roof is on fire.” But, have you ever come across, “The roof is over there?” Floridians are no strangers to hurricanes. We practically live in a tropical paradise so it only makes sense we’d have at least one storm season....
When you think about it, your roof acts as a bicycle helmet for your home. Without it, your property’s susceptible to all sorts of damage – significant and costly damage. And because it shields you from the elements, it takes on a bit of wear...
Ingrid: We have a two-story house, and where the lower level roof attaches to the external wall, there is a leak over the garage door. So my question is, can I put a fan in that area of the attic to blow it dry, and then...
Jared: All right, let's go to an email question, this is from John Inokawa, and he writes, "I'm thinking about replacing the siding on my house, right now I have siding that I believe is called T1-11, I was thinking about replacing it with Hardi...
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