Metal Roofing
Do Metal Roofs Attract Lightning?
Roofs, especially metal roofs, are subject to all kinds of myths that developed from all kinds of early American folklore.
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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.
Roof replacement
Reasons Why You Should Get Multiple Quotes for a Roof Replacement
When you first start looking into getting a roof replacement, or start having some issues with your roof, one of the first things you ...
Storm damage
What Kind of Roof Damage Comes from Trees?
Having a lot of trees around your home can be great for your privacy, and that lovely feeling of being out in nature. I for one am a big ...
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Roof replacement
What is a Roof Tear Off?
Starting a roof replacement is a big undertaking. The project can be expensive, and it is a major construction project that occurs on top ...
Asphalt Shingles
What Are Architectural Shingles?
If you’re driving around, looking at roofs, thinking to yourself: “Man, why do those roofs look so textured and nice!”
Asphalt Roofing
How Much Does a New Asphalt Shingle Roof Cost?
If you’ve started your roof replacement process, you’ve probably been curious about how much the actual cost of replacing your roof would ...
Asphalt Shingles
What are Dimensional Shingles?
If you’re talking about the material you see on most roofs in North Carolina, and across the country, you’re probably talking about ...
Roofing contractor
3 Reasons You Shouldn’t Use the Cheapest Roofing contractor
When it comes time for a roof replacement, the number one thing most homeowners are concerned about is price. While you may be tempted to ...
Asphalt Roofing
What is an Asphalt Roof Nail-Over?
Do you need a new roof? Are you concerned about paying for a full roof replacement? Instead of a roof replacement, you could consider ...
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Roof replacement
3 Things You Should Know About Roof Flashing
When it comes time for a roof replacement, it can be overwhelming to hear unfamiliar roofing terms casually tossed around like you’re ...
Roof replacement
Can I Replace My Own Roof?
You may be surprised to hear that, as a roofing contractor, we often get asked: “Are you really even necessary?”
Asphalt Roofing
Why are Roof Replacements Expensive?
You may already know this if you've read any of our other blogs, but most roof replacements cost between $8,000 and $20,000, with most of ...
Roof inspection
How Often Should You Have Your Roof Inspected?
Getting a roof inspection is the place where every roofing project starts.
Roof replacement
Should I Get a Roof Repair or Replacement?
One of the biggest decisions homeowners have to make regarding their roof is whether or not they want to get a roof repair, or a roof ...
Storm damage
How to Check Your Roof for Storm Damage
Lightning, thunder, rain, wind, and hail. All things we commonly associate with intense storms.
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.