Some granule loss is to be expected over the life span of your asphalt roof. In fact, manufacturers have already taken this into account by adding more granules to asphalt shingles than needed. There is, however, cause for concern if too many granules have fallen off a new roof or if patches have started to appear on shingles.
Potential Damage Caused by Falling Pine Needles
Pine needles are both beautiful and useful, at least to the environment. They can, however, cause damage to your roofing system. JAM Roofing details how this happens in today’s post.
Cool Roofing Vs. Urban Heat Island Effect
Have you ever noticed that cities tend to be hotter than nearby rural areas? This discrepancy in air and surface temperatures is a phenomenon called the urban heat island effect. You can trace most of these problems by the kind (and the color) of roofs residential and commercial properties used in that area.
4 Major Reasons Why DIY Commercial Roof Maintenance Isn’t Ideal
Your commercial roof is an integral part of your building that needs to be periodically inspected and maintained if you want it to last long. Roof management plans are a matter of great importance.
3 Common Myths About Metal Roofing
One of the things that make us stand out as roofers in Oregon is that we specialize in metal roofing. We know that metal is less popular than asphalt for the majority of the nation’s homeowners, but we think that the reason behind this is that some myths aren’t fully addressed by many a roofing contractors.