If you find that water is leaking into your basement after heavy rain, you should first check for cracks in the interior and exterior walls, as they’re often the source of water leaks. Aside from foundation issues, there are a few other things that can cause basement water leaks and seepage, and most of them can be solved by preventing water from pooling around your home’s foundation in the first place. Here are the common causes of water leaking into your basement after heavy rain and how to prevent it. Common Causes of Basement Water Leakage The most common cause of basement water damage is ..read more

When people come to your home, your roof is one of the first things people see. It’s also your home’s first line of defense against the elements. As a result, the choice of roofing material isn’t something you should take lightly. As you go through the different residential roofing options, asphalt shingles come up multiple times. They are the most common roofing material and for good reason. Here are a few benefits of shingle roofs and why they’re worth considering.  Cost-effectiveness  The biggest benefits of shingle roofs is the cost. They are most affordable to install, maintain ..read more

What do you do when you notice that leak in your roof, or worse yet, your roofing system comes crumbling in? Hiring a roofer immediately is the right answer, but your project will attract emergency roof damage costs. How will you pay for them? Truthfully, people have no control over adverse incidents, but they can choose how well they respond to them. Roof damages happen unexpectedly and quite often lead to enormous financial stress.  This article takes you through various emergency roof damages and repairs, and suitable payment options. Emergency Roof Damage Costs If you have emergency r ..read more

Ice dams are those large, bulky ice formations that sometimes appear along the roof’s edge in snowy weather. They may extend into your gutters, causing the gutters to sag and bend. Many homeowners blame blocked or damaged gutters for their ice dams. But the truth is that the ice dams did not form because of their gutters. A lack of insulation or adequate ventilation in your roof system causes ice dams. How Ice Dams Form Ice dams form via a three-step process. Snow near the roof peak melts. The water drizzles down towards the edge of the roof. Then, the water re-freezes on the edge of your roo ..read more

In order for your roof to perform well, the materials need to be in good condition. The roof also needs to be well insulated, and the gutters need to be in good shape. Most homeowners are aware of these things. However, another component of residential roof health that you may not be aware of is ventilation. “Ventilation” refers to the air flowing in and out of a space. When an area is well-ventilated, it receives plenty of airflow. Roofs are therefore built with vents to allow airflow through the attic space. These vents affect not only the temperature and humidity in your attic but also the ..read more

Whether you’re looking to lower your power bills or decrease your carbon footprint, there’s never been a better time to go solar. Your roof is a sensible place to install a solar panel system. What you may wonder, though, is how solar panels will affect your roof. In virtually all cases, solar panels will only cause damage to a roof if fitted incorrectly. Solar Panels Won’t Cause Roof Damage When Installed Properly The potential for solar panels to cause damage to your roof stems from the method of installation. If done incorrectly, putting racking and installing solar panels can alter your ro ..read more

Snow removal is essential for the safety and proper functioning of your roof. Until now, you’ve probably removed snow from your roof when it seemed about right. Still, you might have wondered how deep you should allow the snow to get before taking it off your rooftop.   Here’s what you need to know about the weight of snow and how often you need to have snow removed to better protect your home from damage. What is Snow Load? Snow load is the downward force exerted on a roof by the weight of accumulated ice and snow. While many houses are built to be durable and last many years, the weight ..read more

If you live in a cold climate, then you’re probably all too familiar with the problem of ice dams. Not only are ice dams a nuisance, but they can also cause serious damage to the roof that may require extensive roof repairs.   Fortunately, there are a number of things you can do to prevent and remove roof ice dams. In this article, we will take a look at some of the most effective methods. So, if you’re looking for ways to keep your home and roof safe from ice dams, then read on!   But first, let’s see why ice dams form and what damage they cause.   How do ice dams form?   ..read more

If you live in an area with heavy snowfall, you should be aware of the risks to your roof. Too much snow and ice accumulation could lead to roof damage, leaks, and in the worst cases, roof collapse. Luckily, there are ways to keep snow load under control and minimize the risk of damage to your roof. Here are the key things homeowners in snowy climates need to know about snow load and snow removal. Building Codes and Snow Load In snowy areas, building codes are written with snow in mind. Roofs must be built to support a certain amount of snow weight. Usually, these requirements are determined ..read more

While you might enjoy the sight of snow gently falling, it can cause problems when it covers your roof and melts. Ice dams can form during wintry weather, which could put you and your home at risk. Knowing more about ice dams, including how to avoid them, can help you prepare your roof for winter. What Are Ice Dams? Ice dams are thick areas of ice that form along the eaves of your roof. These dams might seem like a nuisance, but they can cause serious problems. Ice dams can become a danger to you and your home when they form due to the damage they can cause. How Ice Dams Form Ice dams can dev ..read more