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20 Sep Why You Should Keep Your Flashing in Good Condition

Posted at 09:11h in Roofing

Having a proper residential roof installation means getting flashing installed. These are metal sheets designed to cover intersections on your roof. Flashings are placed around your chimney as well as on your roof’s valleys and vents. A common roofing problem is when they get damaged. Here’s why your flashings play an important role and why you need to maintain them.

24 Aug The Importance of Roofing Tear-Off During Roof Replacement

Posted at 09:50h in Roofing

During your roof replacement planning, you will be asked by at least one roofer if you want to install the new roof over the old one. While this can result in some savings from the tear-off and disposal costs, we recommend having the old roof removed and replaced entirely with a new one. Here’s why this is important.

22 Aug Solutions to Common Commercial Roofing Problems

Posted at 09:18h in Roofing

Commercial roofs are constantly exposed to the elements, even more so than their residential counterparts. So, it is normal for a commercial roof to develop problems over its life span. What’s important is that you take appropriate action, including commercial flat roof repair, once any of the following problems become apparent.

20 Aug Asphalt Shingles vs. Cedar Shakes: 5 Features to Consider

Posted at 09:43h in Roofing

Two of the most popular choices for residential roof installation are cedar shakes and asphalt shingles. Both are excellent roofing options with unique benefits. If you can’t decide which roofing option to choose, maybe our list of features can help.

16 Aug The Different Kinds of Attic Insulation Material

Posted at 09:38h in Roofing

Attic insulation is an important part of today’s roofing as it helps reduce the heat absorbed by your roof. The right kind of insulation makes the roof less susceptible to the bad effects of trapped heat. It also helps reduce indoor cooling requirements, which leads to energy savings. As one of the leading licensed roofers in Central Florida, Universal Roof and Contracting shares with you the different types of attic insulation material.

25 Jul Learn About the Tools That Roofers Use on Your Home

Posted at 09:57h in Roofing

Being aware of the tools used by roofers isn’t necessary, but it certainly gives you a greater understanding of how the professionals get the job done, especially if it's a major project like roof replacement. In this post, Universal Roof and Contracting discusses the essentials:

23 Jul Commercial Roofing Problems and How to Stop Them

Posted at 09:54h in Roofing

Your commercial roof may be more vulnerable to damage once it reaches a certain age. The good news is that there are countless ways to fix it, and you can always call up your commercial roofing contractor for repairs. However, it's always a good idea to stay one step ahead and avoid them altogether. Universal Roof and Contracting shares common commercial roofing problems and ways you can keep them from worsening:

19 Jul How to Know if You’ve Got the Right Roofer for the Job

Posted at 09:50h in Roofing

It’s always a great idea to hire professional roofers than to try to do the job yourself. The problem is that there are many roofing companies who offer similar services with similar quality at similar prices. So, how do you know which one to hire? Universal Roofing and Contracting, your trusted local roof replacement expert, shares traits your selected roofer should have:

17 Jul 4 Signs That Your Roof Needs Repair

Posted at 09:46h in Roofing

Do you schedule regular roof inspections? If you haven't given much attention to your roof lately, looking at these signs might help you sort out if it needs major or minor modifications.

28 Jun 5 Factors Affecting Roof Longevity

Posted at 09:45h in Roofing

Planning a roof replacement ahead of time can save you money and effort. While you can do this upon spotting problems, you can also choose to start planning as early as the roof installation. This is possible thanks to several factors that affect a roof’s longevity. But, what are these factors, exactly?

20 Sep Why You Should Keep Your Flashing in Good Condition

24 Aug The Importance of Roofing Tear-Off During Roof Replacement

22 Aug Solutions to Common Commercial Roofing Problems

20 Aug Asphalt Shingles vs. Cedar Shakes: 5 Features to Consider

16 Aug The Different Kinds of Attic Insulation Material

25 Jul Learn About the Tools That Roofers Use on Your Home

23 Jul Commercial Roofing Problems and How to Stop Them

19 Jul How to Know if You’ve Got the Right Roofer for the Job

17 Jul 4 Signs That Your Roof Needs Repair

28 Jun 5 Factors Affecting Roof Longevity

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