How to Know Whether to Repair or Replace Your Roof

Feb 14 2022

Are you having leaks or see some damage on your roof and are you wondering what your roofer may suggest as the best course of action for your old roof? How do you know whether it’s time to repair or replace your roof? This is a topic that is somewhat controversial. Every roofer has different opinions on when it is time to replace a roof instead of repairing it. In this article I’m going to share with you what general guidelines we follow at Restoration Roofing to determine if it’s time to replace your roof, or just repair it. Uh…

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What is Rolled Roofing?

Feb 10 2022

There are many different kinds of rolled roofing materials that are used for different applications. This is one of the reasons why roofing projects should only be done by people with experience, so that the right materials are used and installed the correct way. The most common type of roofing materials, and the one most people think of, are shingles. Shingles are designed to be installed on sloped roofs because they are not watertight and are only designed to shed water, with the help of gravity. But what do you use on roofs that are flat or nearly flat? This…

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What is an ITEL Report for a Roof Insurance Claim?

Feb 09 2022

Nothing’s worse than walking out into your yard and seeing shingles laying on the ground after a windstorm. If you’ve been in this situation, you know how stressful it can be. You probably want to take care of the problem as quickly as possible and get back to normal life again. That is why it is so important that you work with a reputable roofing contractor who will make sure your job gets done right while also making sure your insurance claim goes smoothly. Part of that insurance claim might be pulling an ITEL report to get you a new…

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How to Know If It’s Time to Replace Your Skylight

Feb 02 2022

Skylights are an awesome addition to any room. They bring it natural light that brightens the room, helps you save electricity costs, and is shown to actually improve people’s moods. In order to get this much light, skylights have to be mounted on roofs and due to this location, they do take much more of a beating than a regular vertical window takes on your home. Therefore, they do eventually wear out and will have to be replaced at some point. So how do you know when it’s time to replace your skylight? In this article, we are going to…

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How to Install Rolled Roofing

Jan 31 2022

The term rolled roofing is used to loosely describe a wide number of roofing materials and methods used for low pitched roofs. A low pitched roof is anything that is 0/12 to 3/12 pitch. When working on a residential home the most common type of rolled roofing used is “peel and stick” or modified bitumen roofs. Ever wonder how to install rolled roofing? Installing a new roof is no easy task, but it’s not rocket science either.  In this article, we are going to describe how this is installed. Step 1: Let the Rolled Roofing Relax. This sounds silly, but…

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What is TPO Roofing?

Jan 26 2022

TPO, or thermoplastic polyolefin, is one of the many types of synthetic rubber products available to homeowners and businesses alike. TPO is a waterproof, UV resistant plastic sheeting that can be used in a variety of ways. From water collection and drainage to waterproofing and insulation, there are many applications for this material. Why Get a TPO Roof You need a roof that can withstand any element. That’s where TPO (thermoplastic polyol) comes in. TPO differs from EPDM rubber roofs and is particularly suited for commercial facilities as well as houses exposed to extreme weather conditions. TPO roofing is a…

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