A good roof will last for decades, but a lot will happen over those next 50 or so years. When it comes to your roof's warranty, it's important to know that not all warranties are created equal, and the kind of warranty you receive could end up saving (or costing you) thousands of dollars [...]
What is an "Ice Dam"? Ice dams are thick ridges of solid ice that form on the eaves of your home when snowmelt from the top of your roof runs down and refreezes on the lower edges of your roof (which are called ‘eaves’). But what’s the problem with a bit of ice [...]
Your roof has seen better days. Your shingles are looking tired, and you may have a leak or two to deal with. It's probably time for your home to get a new roof, but maybe you can get another year or two out of it. Will repairs be sufficient, or is it time for [...]
A huge hail storm hits Chicago 21 years into your 25–year warrantied roof. But your roofing company thought it would be a good idea to save $50 by using cheaper off-brand fasteners, so the manufacturer denies your warranty claim. Seriously? Yes. Unfortunately, we see this happen all too often. Don’t get fooled by a [...]
