Roof tiles are falling from the town hall on Central Street in Brookfield, Mass. In 2006 selectmen became aware that Pinnacle Roofing improperly installed the roof resulting in tiles to fall from the roof. The Town Hall roof project was managed by Reinhardt Associates Inc., and the now defunct Pinnacle Roofing of Shrewsbury. Pedestrian Hazard […]
One hotel in Washington, D.C. has sparked, what they hope will be, a new way to boost local economies. Two chefs that operate the hotel’s restaurant have decided to take the local food movement into new territory, the roof. The hotel roof is now home to three beehives that are busy producing honey, which is […]
Roof sheathing (or decking) is the layer in between the rafters and the shingles on your roof. It is important for your roofs sheathing to be attached securely and in good repair to keep your home dry and structurally secure. Sheathing is not one size fits all, there are different options and considerations when adding […]
Whether the home owner likes it or not says the south Norfolk Virginia Historic Preservation and Architectural Review Board and the Norfolk City Council. The 106 year old historic house is owned by Justin Loar and is need of a new roof. The visibly rusted metal roof is currently being covered by a blue tarp. […]
As homeowners, we take pride in the look of our homes. We cut the grass, trim the hedges, sweep the driveway and touch up the paint around the outside of the home. So why are many of us not taking the time to pick the right roof material for our home? The roof is one […]
A 98 year old church is scheduled to be torn down at the end of September in Clinton Massachusetts. The former Our Lady of Jasna Gora church on Franklin Street is deteriorating and damaged. The Roman Catholic Church was built in 1913 and designated for Polish immigrants. The distinctive roof design would be difficult to […]
Having your home repaired or remodeled can be a stressful process. Whether your home is in need of roof repair or interior remodeling, choosing the right contractor can be overwhelming. Homeowners trust their contractor will do a honest job and perform the work as intended. Unfortunately, many homeowners have fallen victim to non-reputable contractors and […]
Some states already have codes in place for implementing the cooler white roofs on commercial buildings. White roofs stay cool in the sun by minimizing the sun’s absorption and maximizing thermal emission and are considered “cool roofs”. The light colored reflective roofs bounce sunlight back and reduce the urban heat-island effect. Scientists at Lawrence Berkeley […]
The recent hurricane and storms on the east coast remind us that our roofs should be inspected after each heavy rain and storm. Small leaks can turn into big problems; it’s cheaper and easier to fix a few missing shingles or bent flashing now than replacing your whole roof and deck later. Check for Damage […]
Think you don’t have the money to repair or replace your old roof? Think again! There are several local and federal grant programs that offer monetary assistance to homeowners. These government grants are accessible to homeowners of all types. In this tough economy, having extra cash for home improvements is hard to come by. Money […]
