Blog: Roofing

In 2014 Corianne and Derek Labounty purchased a two-story house in Maynard, Massachusetts that was built in the 1840s. At that time their home inspector told them the roof would last 10 years, but Corianne said he did not go up on the roof for a close-up inspection.

If you need to have your residential roof repaired, it's important to contact a company you can trust. The best residential roof contractors have the experience and expertise needed to carry out roof repair quickly and efficiently, without causing any extra damage or problems.

"Going green", or making the most of eco-friendly ideas and technologies, is a great way to improve your home and lifestyle. It can help to save you money on energy bills, while also being better for the environment, too.

Roofs are designed to last for years of use, providing safety and shelter for your home. However, as time goes by, they can get damaged in various ways. Storms can create cracks and holes, for example, or leaks might occur unexpectedly. The cost of roof repairs can vary from problem to problem.

Who needs to be told that the cost of energy is through the roof?! The good news is that home improvements can have a major impact on your utility bills. Also, there are tax credits for energy-efficient products or fixes. (see the Tax Savings article.

Now that spring has finally arrived it is time to take a walk around your house to assess the damage wreaked by winter storms. Look closely at your roof and you may see curled shingles. You may notice cracks in wooden siding or fading in your vinyl siding.

It's important for homeowners to be able to spot the signs when your roof needs repairing. If you can identify issues early on and get them fixed quickly, you could save a lot of money and avoid a lot of hassle, too.

Replacing a roof can be a big investment, and you may be tempted to put it off for a while. Maybe you think it can’t be that bad (it is), that you have plenty of time before it gets worse (you don’t), or that you at least won’t see any new problems (you will).