Three Tab Shingles, or Strip Shingles
Three tab shingles, also known as strip shingles, or simply 3 tabs, are flat, asphalt shingles that have three regularly spaced tabs, giving the roof a repetitive pattern. Normally they measure 12 by 36 inches, with an exposure of approximately 5 inches. This type of shingle was the most popular for many years, but are…
Attic and Roof Ventilation
Attic ventilation is typically not a subject many homeowners think about on a regular basis. However, it is a very important topic, as it can help the longevity of your roof and home, as well as save you money on heating and cooling cost. In a proper attic ventilation system, air continually flows through attic,…
Missing shingles
A bad storm rolls through and causes tree branches to fall down, knocks garbage cans over, and tears some shingles off your roof. We all know that missing shingles are unsightly, but how do they cause leaks? After all, just because one shingle is missing doesn’t mean the roof is open, does it? Actually, the…
Exposed nails and nail pops
When a nail is driven into wood to secure a shingle, it must be long enough to attach to it, and the wood must be thick and solid to hold the nails. If any of these isn’t, then the roofing nail can back out, possibly causing a hole in the shingle. This of course…
What are those pipes sticking out of your roof?
Plumbing vent pipes are an important part of your plumbing system. They are responsible for safely carrying sewer gases out of your home or building. This is to keep the gases from becoming trapped or backed up and potentially causing you to become sick. Except for floor drains, just about all plumbing fixtures need a…
Top 7 Ways to Prepare your Roof for Storms
Visually inspect your roof What type of roof system do you have? Check for loose, missing, or curled shingles and shakes. For slate, metal, and tile, look for missing or loose areas. Also check around your roof at branches that overhang or touch your roof, and leaves or plants visible out of your gutters. Any…
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