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How to Choose a Roof Color
On June 21, 2024 in Roofing by Zach Baierl Zach Baierl
How to Choose a Roof Color
When it comes to home improvement, the color of your roof might not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, it is a significant aspect that can influence both the aesthetic appeal and the functionality of your home. The right roof color can enhance your home's curb appeal, improve energy efficiency, and increase your property value.
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How to Tell if You Need a New Roof
On June 10, 2022 in General, Roofing by Lukas Radtke Lukas Radtke
If you think its time for a new roof – it probably is. Roofs last about 12 to 20 years, but environmental factors play a part in a roof’s longevity. Lots of sun, hail and wind take their toll. If you are the second or third owner of a home, you may not be quite sure how long the roof has been on it and if it was installed properly. Remember, the time to get a new roof is before something drastic happens.
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Explore These Roofing Options
On September 28, 2015 in Roofing by Tina Lenz-Mandt Tina Lenz-Mandt
Explore These Roofing Options
You’ve got to put a new roof on your house and now you’ve discovered it’s not as simple as picking out a shingle from three or four options. There are new colors, new styles – should I get metal roofing and what are the advantages or disadvantages of all these things? Questions and more questions. Luckily, there is a lot of technology out there that you can take advantage of to help educate yourself and even get design help. Take a look at these sites and you should be ready to make your roofing decision.
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