South Florida Roofing: What to Consider When Installing A New Roof In Florida
Posted on January 15th, 2012 | No Comments »
The diverse weather conditions in Florida require a roof that can hold up to a variety of forces. A superior material will reduce overall roof maintenance and provide additional household benefits. Researching new roof replacement strategies can make it easier to keep your home protected in every season. Here are a few things to consider [...]
South Florida Roofing: Check Out These Resources For Great Information On Where Leaks Are Prone to Start
Posted on January 8th, 2012 | No Comments »
Follow these links to learn more about where leaks are prone to start in your roof and what to keep in mind when you’re having your home’s roof replaced. See how to spot leaky areas in a roof and how a shingle roof leak is repaired on this page from HowStuffWorks.com. Visit Dummies.com to learn [...]
South Florida Roofing: Common Roof Leak Locations
Posted on December 29th, 2011 | No Comments »
Leaks can form almost anywhere across your roof, but there are a few typical areas that are prone to leakage, given the right conditions. Knowing where to look can help you find a leak early and have it repaired by a roofer before it gets worse. Flanges, Joints, and Flashing: Roofing that is aged or [...]
South Florida Roofing: What to Consider When Having Your Home Re-Roofed
Posted on December 22nd, 2011 | No Comments »
Installing a new roof increases the lifespan of your home and can even boost its value and appeal. A good roofer can help you get the most out of a new roof, especially if you have an idea of what materials to use and you locate a quality roofing contractor. Roofing Materials If you’re simply [...]
South Florida Roofing: Spanish Tile Roof Replacement
Posted on December 15th, 2011 | No Comments »
Hercules Roofing recently finished this roof replacement (see photos below) in Palm Beach County Florida. This house was undergoing extensive renovations, including the addition of a second floor. The homeowner wanted a roof that reflected the new elegance of the house and chose a beautiful Spanish tile roof. Hercules Roofing has had many customers in [...]
South Florida Roofing: New Shake Tile Roof Completed
Posted on November 30th, 2011 | No Comments »
Hercules Roofing recently finished this roof replacement (see photos below) in Boca Raton, Florida. This house had an old faded Terra Cotta concrete tile and the owner was looking to make a bold change. The homeowner chose a Hanson Roof Tile Chalet Shake in a Midnight Color. The customer also made two other major [...]
South Florida Roofing: Take Care of Your Roof; Save Your Home
Posted on November 24th, 2011 | No Comments »
I’d just eaten my Thanksgiving dinner when I came across this article “Take Care of Your Roof; Save Your Home” from TheStreet.com, which contains some common sense advice for maintaining your South Florida roof, including inspecting your roof for: checking the roof framing structure, inspecting the gutters and making sure they are fastened correctly, [...]
3 Kinds of Roofing Shingles to Consider for Your Next Roofing Installation
Posted on June 10th, 2011 | No Comments »
3 Kinds of Roofing Shingles to Consider for Your Next Roofing Installation For people that aren’t roofers, shingles seem to be all the same – they think “a shingle’s a shingle.” Well, this is not exactly true. Although roofing shingles all serve the same purchase, they each possess different nuances in the way they’re manufactured, their [...]
How To Avoid Roof Damage: A Homeowner's Guide
Posted on May 13th, 2011 | No Comments »
How To Avoid Roof Damage: A Homeowner’s Guide Simply put, the main secret to avoiding damage to your roof is to be proactive about the health of your roof. Being attentive to the needs of your roof is easy, you don’t have to do it all that often, and it will save you a great [...]
Equipping Your Roof for a Hurricane
Posted on April 12th, 2011 | No Comments »
Hurricane season is almost here in Florida, and many people seem to brave the brutal winds every year, without properly protecting their roofs. Since your roof is one of the most important elements of your home, why would you take this risk? Preparing your roof for a hurricane is vital, especially when you live around [...]
