Icicles might look magical but they signal that you have problems on your roof. Icicles mean melting snow on the roof is not able to flow freely off the roof, so the water freezes and causes ices dams. Ice dams are bad because
Melting Ice, Cold Roofs & Warm Attics
Melting ice in your favorite drink is fine because you expect it, and the worst that will happen is some condensation will form on the outside of the glass. Melting ice on your roof isn’t fun, and worse are icicles hanging from your roof. They’re a red flag warning you about ice dams on top … Read More
Roofing Repairs or Replacement
If you’re just moving into a new house or you don’t know the last time your roof was replaced, you may be wondering how you will know when to replace the roof before leaks happen. If leaks are already happening, it’s time for roofing repairs or a new roof ASAP because water is coming in and … Read More
Roofs, Storms & Protecting Your Home
Winter weather can be challenging for your roof and home. This satellite image from Live Science’s article, With Climate Change, Expect More Monster Winter Storms, shows a low-pressure area (lots of snow) stretching from the Colorado Rockies in the west to Texas in the south and north to New England. While scientists can’t prove a … Read More
Water & Wood Rot Repairs – Roof
Your roof is pretty high up. You probably don’t look at your roof often but at least once a year you should be checking it visually to see if it’s in need of repairs. At the same time, while you’re up on a ladder or taking photos, you need to check the wood trim directly … Read More
