Among many other risks, your roof is susceptible to the threat of pest and pollutants. Pest waste, mold, fungus and other microorganisms can be destructive to the integrity of your roof. Your roof is working to protect your home from toxins and environmental hazards, but what is protecting your roof materials? Roof Coatings There are […]
Many urban areas are growing in their eco-friendly and resource conservation efforts. As the green roofing industry continues to flourish, cities like Toronto are offering big incentives for anyone interested in making buildings more environmentally friendly. Green For Green Toronto’s Eco-Roof Incentive Program promotes the installation of cool roofs on buildings around the city. Offering […]
You may be thinking that solar panel roof products are a thing of the future. With their seemingly technologically advanced processes and appearance, many people find the idea of solar power to be just on the cusp of the future. However, recent advancements in solar technology are set to push this already futuristic idea farther […]
The green roof industry has come a long way in the last few years. As the push for renewable resources spreads to industries like roofing and construction, there has been a vast improvement in the way we implement the technology of green living. For years, solar roof panels have been popping up among residences and […]
Many homeowners and their families will be celebrating our nation’s independence day by gathering around the grill and lighting fireworks. While fireworks usually bring the fun, they can also bring an increased risk of fire danger. Each year hundreds of people are displaced from their homes because of roof fires caused by fireworks. Here is […]
While you might think that a leaking roof is obvious to spot, there are many subtle signs that your roof could be suffering from water damage long before the problem costs you the big bucks. Knowing how to spot signs of roof damage early on can save you money and could even protect your health. […]
Rooftop gardens and green roof space has become more popular among densely urban areas in recent years. As the push for more earth friendly products grows, a new breed of environmentalist is being born. Playing It Cool New York City public schools are quickly becoming host to a group of young environmentalists. Students from a […]
With temperatures rising, so are the costs of our air conditioning bills. Even if you don’t live in a region battered by high temperatures, chances are your roof is still experiencing damage from the sun’s harmful rays. Here are a few smart roofing choices for battling high heat and lots of sunshine in the summer: […]
If you are thinking about buying a home one area of inspection you do not want to bypass is the roof. Even though your home inspector will assess the roof, having a local roofer do their own inspection could save you money and hassle down the line. Don’t Cut Corners The price for a roof […]
While you may already know that your local roofer could be penalized for poor business practices, what you may not know is that some of these fines extend beyond the realm of inadequate customer service. In fact, one of the main reasons a roofer may be fined has to do with improper safety systems. Dangerous […]
