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Asphalt Shingles: The Wood and Tile Alternative
Years ago, most homes were built with either wood shake, slate or clay roofs. These materials were very durable and handsome when installed. Over time, roofing manufacturers developed less expensive options to these traditional roofing materials. The result was asphalt roofing shingles that sometimes detracted…
Clean Gutters
Clean gutters: Anyone who’s cleaned out a gutter knows it’s a messy job with an even messier time cleaning up the debris on the ground after it’s been cleaned out of the gutters. But it’s a seasonal task that is necessary for your utters to…
Comparing Aluminum to Vinyl Siding
Q: We have decided to have our existing wood board home sided. I’m confused about the differences in vinyl siding and aluminum siding. A: More than 90 percent of prefinished siding installed these days is made of vinyl, because the product has steadily improved over…
Layering Asphalt Shingles
Q: I would like to know if it is recommended to remove previous, 18 year old asphalt shingles before installing new shingles of the same type? A: Thanks for your inquiry, it is a common question. Although it is usually legal to overlay a second…
More Articles About Roofing, Siding & Gutters
Helpful Roofing Terms
Roof Treatments
Comparing Aluminum to Vinyl Siding
Layering Asphalt Shingles
Cost of Siding
How to Buy Roofing
Asphalt Shingles: The Wood and Tile Alternative
Roofing Terms
General Roofing Information
Modern Roofing Options
Install or Replace Flat Roofing
Install Roofing Snow Melt Protection
Install or Replace Tile Roofing
Install or Replace Metal Roof
Siding Basics
Wood Shingle Siding
Clean Gutters
Tip: Vinyl Siding
Tip: When to Re-Roof
Tip: Repair Your Own Roof
Tip: Roof Leaks
Ventilation is Key to How Long Your Roof Will Last
Ice Dams
Time for a New Roof?
