October 10, 2017 | Filed under: Buying A New Roof Videos,Newsletter Articles,Research
Here is something of considerable substance: the weight of your home’s roof. How much do different roofing materials weigh? How does roof weight affect your home’s energy efficiency, value, and other things? Read on as we address those questions and more. Your Current Roof It’s important to understand your current roof system. Things you must… read more
October 6, 2017 | Filed under: Newsletter Articles,Research,Wind Resistance
The horrific hurricanes and tropical storms of 2017 impacted and displaced thousands of people. As a company, we worked with local contractors and agencies to support rebuilding efforts in the affected areas. Storms like these, tragic as they are, teach us about building science and help us to find better ways to make structures stronger… read more
August 13, 2017 | Filed under: Newsletter Articles
Here is some information on the most exciting portion of buying a new roof: choosing the color. Color can impact home value and energy efficiency. As you begin your roof investigation, you will quickly discover that not only are there many types of roofing available today, but each type comes in many colors. However, what… read more
July 16, 2017 | Filed under: Newsletter Articles
We continue to take a look at factors that affect roof performance by discussing roof geometry: how the shape of your roof impacts your roofing decisions. We will focus on 3 primary areas: Roof Pitch, Roof Design, and Features Of Your Roof. As you read, we encourage you to refer to our online Glossary of Roofing… read more
July 5, 2017 | Filed under: Miscellanous Articles,Research
Here’s something you might not have considered that affects roof performance: roof geometry. How does the shape of your roof impact your roofing decisions? As you read, we encourage you to refer to our online Glossary of Roofing Terms. ROOF PITCH The pitch, or steepness, of a roof is often referred to in terms of… read more
June 18, 2017 | Filed under: Newsletter Articles
We hope that this finds you well and off to a fun start with your summer plans. We have been focusing this year on articles about the ways a roof impacts your home’s value and performance. For June, we are zeroing in on the ways in which a roof can pay you back over time…. read more
In Pittsburgh, metal roofing makes good sense for homeowners. The area’s unique terrain, crazy weather, and eclectic neighborhoods come together to make a very interesting and fun place to live. Those three things also work together to present challenges to protecting Pittsburgh homes and keeping them beautiful. Fortunately, Legacy Remodelers serves the residents of western… read more
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