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Roof Replacement | Roof Installation

By: Bill Ragan
June 8th, 2022

So, the day of your new roof installation is coming up. While there’s nothing you can do about the actual installation, you can do things to make it go smoothly.

Metal Roof | Video

By: Bill Ragan
June 7th, 2022

Everything you need to know about metal roofing Metal roofing is becoming more and more popular with homeowners. But the truth is, metal roofing isn't the right fit for everyone. That's why you need to know some key things before determining if metal roofing is truly the right option. In this video, I break down everything you need to know about metal roofing, including the cost and lifespan.

Synthetic Roofing | Video

By: Bill Ragan
June 2nd, 2022

Everything you need to know about synthetic roofing Synthetic roofing is newer to the roofing industry, but it's becoming a popular roofing material choice. While it's becoming popular, homeowners don't know much about synthetic roofing. That's why we made this video breaking down everything you need to know about synthetic roofing, including cost, lifespan, and much more. By the end of this video, you'll know if it's the right roofing material for you.

Cedar Shake Roof | Video

By: Bill Ragan
May 31st, 2022

What are the different types of cedar shake shingles? A cedar shake roof is a large investment. So, it makes sense you want to get the most out of it. This all starts with choosing the grade of cedar shake shingle you want. In this Quick Tip video, you'll the difference in the three types of cedar shake shingles and which one is best for residential roofing.

Roof Ventilation | Roof Vents

By: Bill Ragan
May 27th, 2022

Getting a new roof requires decision-making on your part. A pretty big decision is determining if you want to stick with your current box vents or upgrade to another vent all together.

Asphalt Shingle Roof

By: Bill Ragan
May 26th, 2022

How important is the shingle brand you choose? Getting a new asphalt roof requires some decision making. One of these decisions is pick the type of asphalt shingle you want. While choosing the right type is important, does it really matter which manufacturer the shingles come from? In this video, I break down how important the shingle brand you choose is.

Roof Damage | Video

By: Bill Ragan
May 24th, 2022

Common roof leaks not caused by actual roof problems There are obvious signs that your roof is leaking because of a problem with your roof. But there are situations where a leak isn't necessarily caused by a roof problem.

Roofing Contractors

By: Bill Ragan
May 23rd, 2022

The roofing industry doesn’t have the best reputation. Unfortunately, this is because roofing contractors take advantage of homeowners every day.

Asphalt Shingle Roof

By: Bill Ragan
May 19th, 2022

The top 5 CertainTeed asphalt shingles recommended to homeowners CertainTeed is one of most recognized and popular manufacturers in residential roofing. They have plenty of shingle options to fit any look and budget.

Low Slope Roof | Flat Roof | Roof Lifespan

By: Bill Ragan
May 18th, 2022

The lifespan of your flat roof is the return you get after investing your hard-earned money. Not only that, but the lifespan also tells you when you’ll have to replace it in the future.

Roof Replacement | Roof Flashing | Video

By: Bill Ragan
May 17th, 2022

Do you replace roof flashing during a roof replacement? Roof flashing is one of the most important roofing components that prevents leaks in problem areas. But will you have to replace your current roof flashing when it's time for a full roof replacement?

Roofing Industry Knowledge | Roofing Terminology

By: Bill Ragan
May 16th, 2022

If you ask most people what a valley is, they could most likely give you the right answer. But if you put the word “roof” in front of “valley,” the majority (if not all) of people would have no idea what you’re talking about.