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How to Choose Your Roof’s Color

March 24, 2022 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof,Newsletter Articles

In your search for a new roof, you’ll quickly discover that not only are there many types of roofing, but each one comes with plenty of different colors to choose from. This freedom is exciting to some and paralyzing to others. Why? Unlike many home improvements, a roof is a semi-permanent choice, something you will… read more

5 Ways a Metal Roof Saves Money

February 25, 2022 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof,Consumer Education,Energy,Financial,Newsletter Articles,Research

5 ways a metal roof saves you money

Yes, there is a roof that saves money. Here are just 5 ways an investment in quality pays you back while adding value to your home.  Eliminates roof replacement costs Works well with solar panel Reduces your energy costs Qualifies you for an insurance discount Reduces maintenance costs Replacement costs Metal roofing lasts longer than… read more

Solar Roofing: The future of solar power or a fad?

January 16, 2022 | Filed under: Energy,Newsletter Articles

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When you hear the words “solar panels,” you might think of a field full of bright metal or an array on a neighbor’s house. These are the two most common examples, but new products from Tesla and GAF aim to change that. Can their work surpass the efficiency and longevity of a metal roof with mounted… read more

Why do you need 2 metal roof warranties?

December 13, 2021 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof,Newsletter Articles,Research

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When you purchase a new roof, you should receive 2 warranties in writing.  The 1st: from the manufacturer covering the integrity of their product. The 2nd:  from the contractor covering the integrity of their workmanship.  Too often, contractors take advantage of homeowners and shift the focus to the manufacturer’s warranty. The manufacturer covers what they… read more

Winter Roof Installation

November 23, 2021 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof,Homeowner Tips,Newsletter Articles

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Can you Install a Roof in the Winter? Yes, you can install a metal roof in the winter, but you probably shouldn’t install an asphalt one. Asphalt needs higher ambient temperatures for the adhesive to bond and the shingles to stay attached to the deck. When the air gets cold, shingles become rigid, require more… read more

Busting Some Metal Roofing Myths

October 27, 2021 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof,Consumer Education,Newsletter Articles,Research

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Matt Risinger, prominent Austin, TX builder and YouTuber, recently created a video addressing several commonly held myths about metal roofing. While we’ve spoken to some of these myths before, Matt’s experience gives him some great insight into the ins and outs of metal roofing. If you don’t have time to watch (we highly recommend you do), here… read more