Category Archive For "Roofing"
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Metal Roof vs. Asphalt Roof
Metal roofs are more expensive than asphalt, however they last longer, are more wind resistant and more energy efficient (reflecting a lot of heat, rather than absorbing it). They also require almost no maintenance and are fire resistant. The most common metals used for roofing are steel, aluminum and copper. Metal roofs look like this:
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What are asphalt roof shingles?
Asphalt Shingles is the most widely used roofing material today, used in 80% of U.S. homes. It is also the most economical option for roofing, hence its popularity. They can be nailed right over an existing roof, require almost no maintenance and are fire resistant. However, they are not as wind resistant as some other …
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How large is the ground floor of my house?
You have two easy options to figure out the area of the ground floor of your house: If you know the dimensions of the ground floor of your house (length and width), multiple them together to calculate the area Find your house on Google Maps, use “measure distance” to find out its approximate length and width (see the …
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Should you replace a roof or install a new roof over the old one?
Replace existing roof (recommended). Most homeowners choose this option. The contractor will tear off and dispose the existing roof before installing the new one. If there are any hidden leaks or water damages, the contractor will have a chance to fix them before installing the new roof. Install new roof over the old one (a.k.a. …
