Understanding Roof Restoration

Over time, your roof ages and starts to wear. Moss, fungus and lichens can also start to grow, especially if you do not regularly maintain or clean your roof. Roof restoration entails cleaning and repairing your roof. If you have tile roofing, a roof restoration can also involve the replacement of tiles. Here's what you need to know about roof restoration: What Type of Roof Do You Have? The two most common types of roofs you may come across are metal sheet roofing and tiles. Read More 

Signs That You Should Replace Your Gutters

Gutters protect your property from water damage, especially during heavy rain seasons. The gutters also help you to collect clean water, which would otherwise have gone to waste. Due to their importance, it is vital to ensure that your guttering system is always in excellent condition. Several methods, such as cleaning, help to prolong the life of the gutters. However, some gutters get wear and tear with time and, thus, require immediate repair or replacement. Read More 

Roof Maintenance Checklist

Roofing experts recommend at least two roof inspections per year. Although the simplest solution is to hire roofing professionals to inspect the roof on your behalf, self-inspection is more beneficial, except in cases of extreme damage. Self-inspection helps you to save money while gaining an intimate understanding of your roofing. Develop a roof maintenance checklist If you decide to inspect and maintain your roofing, it's advisable to create a list for the inspections. Read More 

3 Reasons to Replace Sand-Cement Mortar Pointing With Flexible Mortar Repointing

As a DIYer, there will come a time when the roof of your house will require repairing. It is mainly because roofs are exposed to harsh elements round the clock. Therefore, even the most robust material will give way at some point in time. However, if your roof pointing was done with cement mortar, then it is good to consider repointing the roof immediately. It is because cement mortar is susceptible to weather changes which expose the pointing to faster wear, deterioration and cracking. Read More 

Considering a New Roof Installation? Four Good Reasons to Choose Metal Roofing

Are you currently building a new house or renovating an old one? Have you thought about the roofing material you'll use? Look no further; metal roofing is the way to go!  Over the years, metal roofing has, in many different ways, proved to be one of the best roofing options on the construction market. The following are a few reasons to make metal roofing your top choice.  1. Durability Metal roofing can last as long as your house. Read More