A lot of homeowners are becoming increasingly meticulous about their roofing options — and thanks to new technologies, it is not unreasonable to search for a roof membrane that can both improve the efficiency of your living space and boost the curb appeal of your property. This is why many commercial and residential roofing clients choose to[…] Read More
Installing a new roof involves much more than putting on new shingles and setting a waterproof underlayment. In scorching weather and frosty climates, adequate attic ventilation plays an important role in making your roof, and entire residential structure, last longer and perform better. In this post, a reliable attic ventilation contractor shares the reasons why properly ventilating[…] Read More
Homeowners should document signs of storm damage as soon as it’s safe to go outside. Once your insurer receives documentation of the extent of storm damage, they’ll send an adjuster who’ll assess the damage and calculate your insurance payout. It’s recommended that you have your roofing contractor at your home when your adjuster arrives. If your contractor[…] Read More
Insurance companies have different ways of calculating your insurance payout. However, the recognized standard method for calculating reimbursements is to use the actual cash value (ACV) or market value. The ACV is calculated by subtracting depreciation from the replacement cost. (In a statement of loss, depreciation refers to the amount that won’t be released until[…] Read More
Depending on their size, hailstones can cause significant damage to personal property. Fortunately, in most states, standard insurance policies cover hail damage. The majority of claims filed with insurers result from hail damage to roofing systems. Keep in mind that filing a hail damage insurance claim isn’t as straightforward as it seems. To help you[…] Read More
It’s a given that you’ll need to vet a prospective roofing contractor before hiring them. Fortunately, the vetting process doesn’t have to be tedious. There are several ways to speed up the vetting process without compromising any of the results. One such way is to check a roofer’s certifications. To qualify for these certifications, contractors need to[…] Read More
