Roofing Shingles & Wind Resistance

The roof is an easy target for one of Mother Nature’s most unpredictable and powerful forces — wind. We’re all aware that sudden, strong winds can cause substantial roof damage when a severe storm moves through, but shingles can also …

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Types of Roofing Shingles

In addition to protecting your roof’s structure and helping to keep out water, roofing shingles also add curb appeal and value to your home. The type of roofing shingles you choose can also affect your roof’s durability against wind, rain, …

What Are Those Dark Streaks On My Roof?

Algae Growth on Asphalt Roofing Shingles If you live in a humid area of the country, you’ve probably seen unsightly dark streaks on asphalt shingle roofs. Like many, you may have thought that was the result of dirt or mildew …

Roof Storm Damage – What To Do?

No matter where you live in Kentucky, chances are you’ve encountered your share of rough weather over the years. From tornadoes, ice storms, hailstorms, and severe summer squalls that bring heavy wind and rain, storms can wreak havoc on roofs …

Roof Replacement Cost

When trying to determine the cost of a roof replacement, there are various factors to consider that cannot be easily summed by an online roofing calculator. Investing in a new roof will help to protect your home from the elements, …

Ice Dams – Truths and Common Misconceptions

Above-average snowfall and below-average cold temperatures throughout the winter season may leave homeowners finding that the wrath of this winter has left long-term roof damage in its wake. Read on to learn more about ice dams and what you can …

Big League Roofing Glossary

Here is a list of common terms or phrases that you may encounter as you begin your roofing project.  We hope this will help you better understand the common terminology often used throughout the world of roofing. Algae Discoloration: A …

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Why Proper Attic Ventilation Is Important For Your Home

Proper attic ventilation is an important aspect of any roofing system and it serves many functions for your home.  It can help regulate temperature throughout your home, keeping your family comfortable all year long, and by reducing heating and cooling …

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Winter is Coming, Is Your Roof Prepared?

The early morning frost on the grass means that winter is right around the corner, and if you haven’t already, it’s time to start preparing your home to endure harsh weather conditions. Over the next few months your home and …

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Boost Your Curb Appeal

HIGH-PERFORMANCE ROOFING SHINGLES Duration® Series Shingles are unrivaled by any other architectural shingles because they feature our patented SureNail® Technology – a technological breakthrough in shingle design. The Series highlights our popular Duration® Shingles, along with up to 7 other …

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Residential Roof Repair

Your roof is one of the least thought about, most important features of your home and many times goes unnoticed until there is a leak or failure of some sort.  In most cases, we find that a routine roof inspection …

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Out on the Roof There Arose Such a Clatter

We would like to take this opportunity to remind everyone that now is a good time to check your roof for excessive wear and signs of damage that may have occurred on the eve of December 24th. If you and …