A bird on the roof may seem like a beautiful guest but you’ll soon realize that birds can cause all kinds of damage to your roof and everything you store under it. Though many birds and their nests are protected by law, there are various legal methods to get rid of birds on your roof or to deter them from it. Once you’ve found a bird-proofing solution that works for your roof, you’ll also need to repair the damage the birds have caused. Here’s our guide to every type of bird damage and what you can do to keep the birds from nesting on your roof. Types of Damage from Birds Birds can damage the ..read more

The Importance of Air Barrier Systems An air barrier system is a critical component of a building. It helps control airflow and prevent drafts, leaks, and energy loss. An air barrier system can make a big difference in a building’s performance when properly installed. Most modern air barrier systems are made up of a combination of materials, including membranes, sealants, and caulks. Here’s a brief introduction to how these systems work. Air barrier systems are essential for two primary reasons. First, they help to control the flow of air through a building. This is important for several reaso ..read more

Harsh weather and natural disasters have been a real challenge for communities in all parts of California, from droughts to earthquakes to wildfires. California’s most recent wildfire season is pressuring insurance companies to cut back on coverage to homeowners. According to estimates from the 2020-2021 U.S. National and State Statistical Review, published by the Foundation for Community Association Research, this could impact the approximately 14 million Californians living in more than 49,000 community associations. According to The Wall Street Journal, many insurers are frus ..read more

Solutions Provided by Roofing Warranties A warranty will provide all the details regarding possible actions you can take should there be a problem. Some remedies will be limited and only involve work that restores the roof to its watertight condition, which can mean simple patching. Issues like wood rot or damaged insulation are not likely to be taken care of. As far as the manufacturer is concerned, once the roof is leak free, the warranty provisions have been met. In addition, some manufacturers have the right to decide if the damage will be covered or not and they can even charge you f ..read more

The Benefits of Roofing Warranties Not all warranties seem to provide guarantees which make people question if they are beneficial or not. But, roofing warranties are important as they get the manufacturer involved in roofing projects. Their involvement can help make sure the system meets the expected standards and qualifications. A manufacturer typically requests that contractors submit the systems they intend to use before a project even starts. Not every project will have a roofing engineer involved, so having the manufacturer involved is important for the review and evaluation of ..read more

Roofing warranties are used to give building owners peace of mind, but are they essential? Many building owners find themselves asking if a roofing warranty is really necessary and what, if anything, it provides. It is important for any property owner or manager to understand roofing warranties so they can evaluate for themselves if they are worth it or not. The first thing to understand is that there are two types of warranty; express and implied. Express Warranty An express warranty comes with buying the roofing system. It provides the term and length of the warranty. This warranty ..read more

As a protective layer, the roof is exposed to the elements, making it vulnerable to damage. Winds can remove or loosen roofing materials as well as throw objects against the roof causing punctures. Rain can collect in pools which weakens the roof, leading to leaks. Without proper maintenance and early identification of these issues, your roof can become seriously damaged. Weather and poor maintenance are the leading causes of roof damage and the five most common types of damage and how to fix them are below. 1. Problems with Installation Poor workmanship and low-quality material ..read more

Water leaking from the ceiling or pooled on the floor can be a danger and a sign of potentially expensive damages. Here’s how you can identify the source and what you can do to fix the leak. There are a few reasons your A/C can be leaking and most of them are easy to fix. It is important to find the cause fast and make repairs before the problem escalates. A leaking A/C can cause damage to the walls, ceilings, floors, and furnishings.  The compressor can also fail. This will result in you having to replace the entire unit and it will be expensive. Let’s make sure it doesn’t get to that. T ..read more