Asphalt Roofing
What are Starter Shingles?
Every book needs its first chapter, every story needs a beginning, and in the same way, every roof needs its starter shingles. But, what ...
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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.
Roofing FAQs
What are the Black Streaks on Your Roof? (What is Algae?)
If you’re driving around town, take a look at some of the roofs that you’re passing. You may start to notice some discoloration, usually ...
Roof replacement
Does a New Roof Raise Your Home’s Value?
If you’re in the process of selling your home, or are looking to, then it’s in your best interest to try to increase your home’s ...
Roofing FAQs
What is a Roofing Square?
Roofers often throw around terms that most homeowners aren’t super familiar with, which unfortunately can lead to some confusion and ...
Roof Repair
5 Most Common Roof Repairs in Raleigh, North Carolina
As with most everything to do with home ownership, roofs will eventually need to be repaired, or replaced.
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Metal Roofing
Can You Install a Metal Roof Over an Existing Roof?
One of the things most people and roofers associate with metal roofs is the price. Metal roofs are some of the longest lasting roofing ...
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Roof replacement
When is the Best Time to Replace Your Roof in North Carolina?
Most every homeowner knows that in all likelihood, at some point, they’ll have to replace the roof on their home.
Metal Roofing
Things You Should Know About Metal Roofing in Raleigh, NC
Though asphalt shingles are still the most popular roofing option in North Carolina, metal roofing has become far more popular in recent ...
Asphalt Roofing
Which Asphalt Shingle is Right for You?
Because of their versatility and affordability, asphalt shingles have been by far the most common roofing material in North America for ...
Roof replacement
How do You Calculate the Size of Your Roof?
If you’re trying to determine how much a roof replacement will cost you, you’ll need to know the size of your roof, as it’s one of the main ...
Roofing FAQs
How to Determine the Age of Your Roof
Unfortunately, “out of sight, out of mind” applies far too often when it comes to keeping tabs on the health of our roofs. We encounter ...
Asphalt Roofing
The Most Common Roofing Material in Raleigh, NC
If you haven’t paid much attention to the roofs in your neighborhood, take a moment next time you drive around to see how they look!
Roofing contractor
5 Ways to Find a Great Local Roofing Company
Are you in the market for a new roof, or roof repair, and don’t know who to turn to? You may have heard a couple of nasty things about some ...
Roof leaks
5 Steps to Fix Your Leaky Roof
Finding a roof leak is stressful. Not knowing where the roof leak is coming from or how to fix it is even more stressful. Trust us, we’ve ...
Roof leaks
Everything You Need to Know About Gutters
You probably have a general sense of what gutters are. But do you know how vital they are to protecting the structural integrity of your ...
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.