Roofing contractor
Why Every HOA Needs a Roofing Partner
Why does an HOA need a roofing partner? A roofing partner gives an HOA one trusted contractor who already knows the community's roofs, ...
On Tops Blog
Roofing knowledge for North Carolina homeowners
Field notes from real jobs, plain-English answers to the questions we hear most, and updates from across the Triangle and the Wilmington coast. Written by the team that climbs onto the roofs.
Local roofing
How Long Does a Roof Last in North Carolina?
How long does a roof last in North Carolina? In North Carolina, an architectural asphalt shingle roof, the most common type, lasts about 30 ...
Asphalt Roofing
The Risks of Hiring a Cheap Roofing Contractor
What are the risks of hiring a cheap roofing contractor? Hiring a cheap roofing contractor can mean cut corners like too few nails or ...
Asphalt Roofing
The 6 Most Common Causes of Roof Leaks
What are the most common causes of roof leaks? The six most common causes of roof leaks are clogged gutters, damaged shingles, pipe boot ...
Roof replacement
Everything You Need to Know About Cedar Shake Roof Replacements
What is involved in a cedar shake roof replacement? A cedar shake roof replacement means tearing off the old roof, repairing any damaged ...
Asphalt Roofing
What Can Go Wrong During a Roof Replacement?
What can go wrong during a roof replacement? The most common issues during a roof replacement are weather delays, hidden damage like rotted ...
Storm damage
Should You Get Multiple Quotes for a Storm-Damaged Roof?
Should you get multiple quotes for a storm-damaged roof? When your roof is damaged in a storm and you are filing an insurance claim, ...
Roof Warranties
GAF Roofing Warranty Guide
What warranties does GAF offer? GAF offers four main roofing warranties, from a basic material warranty up to its top-tier Golden Pledge. ...
Asphalt Roofing
What Affects the Cost of a New Asphalt Roof?
What affects the cost of a new asphalt roof? Several things drive the cost of a new asphalt roof. They include your choice of material and ...
Asphalt Roofing
What Happens When You Don't Clean Your Gutters
Why should you clean your gutters? You should clean your gutters at least twice a year, in spring and fall, so water keeps flowing away ...
Asphalt Roofing
8 Reasons to Hire an Experienced, Local Roofing Company
Why should you hire an experienced roofing company? Hiring an experienced roofing company means your roof is installed by a crew that has ...
Certified Contractor
CertainTeed Certifications Explained: A Homeowner's Guide
What are the levels of CertainTeed certification? CertainTeed certifies roofers at several levels. Master Shingle Applicator recognizes ...
Asphalt Roofing
Asphalt Shingle Roofs: Benefits, Types, and Top Brands
What are the benefits of an asphalt shingle roof? Asphalt shingles are popular because they balance durability, affordability, and good ...
Roofing contractor
GAF Certification Levels Explained
What are the levels of GAF certification? GAF certifies roofing contractors at rising levels, from Certified to Certified Plus to Master ...
Asphalt Roofing
Repair or Replacement? 8 Things to Help You Decide
Should you repair or replace your roof? Whether to repair or replace comes down to three things, your roof's age, how widespread the damage ...
Free estimate
Thinking about your own roof?
If something you read here has you looking up at your roof, we can take a closer look. Free estimates across the Triangle, Wilmington, and surrounding NC communities.