7 Benefits of Standing Seam and Metal Panel Roofing Systems
Historically, standing seam metal and corrugated metal roofs were mostly used in commercial and agricultural buildings. For the past few years, standing seam metal roofs have become popular for homes, too. In our last post, we discussed metal shakes and slate roofing. In this article, roofing and siding professionals from Allstar Construction present two additional metal roofing […]
Why Steel Roofing?
Metal roofing has proven its value in America for hundreds of years. Thomas Jefferson installed a standing-seam tin roof on his Monticello estate in the late 1700s. Copper roofs are common on historic churches, and you’ll see galvanized iron roofs on old post offices, train sheds and factories. Fast forward to modern times, where the advantages of metal […]
How Do I Know When My Shingles Need To Be Replaced?
It’s a given that the roof over your head won’t last forever, but figuring out when you need to have it replaced can be challenging. Here are some signs to look for when considering if it’s time for a roof repair or replacement. 1. If you have a leak, that’s a sure sign you need to […]
Ice Dam Prevention and Safe Snow and Ice Dam Removal
In our last article, we discussed how ice dams form and the damage they can cause. The good news is, you may be able to prevent ice dams from forming by maintaining your roof and removing the ice dam fuel source: snow. Prevention In addition to fixing insulation and ventilation inside your attic, raking snow […]
Should I Worry About Ice Dams?
Depending on the amount of snow you get and the condition of your dwelling, ice dams can form and cause significant damage. Last winter created a bumper crop of ice dams on homes and businesses in the region. How They Form Ice dams are a buildup of ice along the edge of a roof or […]