The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), have new regulations concerning safety practices for roofers. Department of Labor recorded 299 deaths caused by workers falling from rooftops between 2003 and 2010. The new directive rescinds the Interim Fall Protection Compliance Guidelines from 1999. Employers for residential construction were allowed to use alternative methods of fall […]
Roof repair and replacement is costly business and as a homeowner it is your job to make sure the work done to your home meets the standards of your insurance company. Many people assume that once they hand over the check to the roofer, their job is done. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case. What […]
Westinghouse is one of the newest producers of an affordable “all in one Rooftop solar kit” that roof contractors or do it yourselfers can install all at once or over time. The low cost and ease of use is what makes this kit appealing to homeowners. Contact your roofer to inquire if they are qualified […]
Residential homes still prefer asphalt shingles according to senior director Tom Bollnow at the National Roofing Contractors Association (NCRA). Asphalt shingles account for 70% of roof installation projects. The two types of asphalt shingles are organic and fiberglass. Low Cost Big Factor in Choosing Shingles Their popularity is due to their low price, starting at […]
Repairing or replacing a roof can be a major expense and getting the right roofer to complete the job can be challenge in itself. No two roof contractors are the same and neither are their bids for the job. Make sure the roofer you choose meets the following criteria before agreeing to hire them for […]
Most roofing materials are fire-rated by standards writing organizations. You may have noticed a UL on the roofing material for Underwriters Laboratory, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) or the American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM). Class Class “A”, being the most fire resistant, is able to withstand severe exposure to fire originating outside the building. […]
Residents of urban areas are about to get a break from the toxic gases in the local air. Roof materials have recently made the leap into a new type of green roofing, providing environmentally conscious tiles that can actual absorb smog. What’s New Recent advances in roof materials have brought welcome relief for homeowners and […]
Is your roof ready for winter? Before you know it your rooftop will be assaulted by water, ice and snow. If you have existing damage, such as shingles that are lifting up or cracked, flashings that are missing or damaged or just an older roof that may have used up its life expectancy, you might […]
Recycled tires are making their way to the rooftops. Shingles made from old tires look like slate or cedar shakes but are generally much lighter, carry a class A fire rating, can withstand 80 mph winds and make excellent insulators against outside weather conditions and noise. Annually, millions of tires and asphalt shingles are thrown […]
When it comes to choosing the right roof material for your home, sorting through all the choices can be exhausting. With so many different types of materials, each available in a variety of colors and styles, many homeowners tend to shy away from non-traditional materials. Wood shingles, also known as shakes, have a checkered past. […]
