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2 Mistakes To Avoid When A Storm Blows Shingles Off Your Roof

While you're inside your home during a severe storm with high winds, you may have looked out your window to see shingles flying through the air and onto the ground. After you feel safe enough to do so, you may have gone out to look at your home's roof — only to find bare spots where the shingles were once attached. Because missing shingles and exposed wood decking can quickly lead to serious damage and leaks, you should not wait to call in a professional to deal with the issues. Read More 

Shingle Siding For Homes: 3 Reasons To Choose Fiber Cement

If you want to add a touch of this old-world charm and distinction to your home, shingle siding can be both beautiful and practical. However, classic siding shingles made from cedar and other woods have a lot of shortcomings.  Fiber cement shingle siding may be the perfect alternative. Here are three reasons to ditch the timber and install fiber cement shingle siding on your home: Exceptional Durability  Shingle siding made from high-quality timber is certainly tough, but it can succumb to rot and mold, especially if it is not properly maintained. Read More 

Spray Foam: The Perfect Insulation For Shipping Container Offices

Shipping container conversions have exploded in popularity in recent years, and these modular structures are especially useful when used as office spaces. Durable, portable, and cost-effective, shipping container offices are used by construction contractors, food service businesses, tech start-ups, and a wide variety of other commercial concerns.  However, converting a container into a usable office space is more complicated than installing a few lights and desks. Containers will need to be extensively modified to make them habitable and comfortable, and fitting suitable insulation is vitally important. Read More 

Flashing And Drainage Materials For A New Roofing System

The design of a roofing system will influence which types of flashing and drainage materials roofers will use to direct water away from the roof. Read below to learn how the roofing system plans are prepared. Roofing Components First, a roof installation contractor will consult with a client. They will learn about the roofing style that is of interest to the property owner. A contractor will use various design elements to draw up the initial set of plans. Read More 

4 Simple Ways To Check For Roof Damage That Requires Repairs

Staying on top of your roof and its condition can help you avoid excessive damage in the future. When spotting even the most minor evidence of damage, you can request assistance from a professional roofing company and have roofers take care of the repairs before anything turns into a bigger problem. But before you do those roof repairs, you need to know how to check for possible damage, which is much easier than most people realize. Read More