Types of Asphalt Shingles

How do I choose the right asphalt shingles? The options may seem overwhelming, but asphalt shingles are a great choice for almost any home. Asphalt shingles are durable, affordable and come in an incredible variety of colors and styles to match almost any exterior. So how do you choose? there are three primary types of […]

Potential signs that your roof may need to be replaced

Shingle edges are curled or shingle tabs are cupped. Asphalt roofing shingles with curled edges (©Copyright 2007 Haag Engineering) Bald spots where granules are missing Cracked shingles. Cracked asphalt roofing shingles Your roof is at least 20 years old; while many shingles today are produced for durability, many factors can accelerate the aging of shingles. […]

Hail damage

Most homeowners know what hail sounds like on a roof, and they cringe every time it hits and bounces every which way on their rooftops. The noise can be maddening and give the impression that the roof is about ready to come crashing down, but do they actually know what a roof looks like once […]

Wind damage and how to spot it

High winds can cause damage to your roof, even without hail or other harmful weather. There are several types of damage high winds can cause to your roof, including leaks, missing shingles, and gutter problems. Shingles roofs especially take a beating during high winds, despite most being rated to withstand 90 mph winds. Damage to […]