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Elite Roofing Solutions is a full-service commercial and residential roofing company serving all of Houston, Dallas and Austin, Texas. Visit the blog to find more information on roofing.
Elite Roofing Solutions
5y ago
Your roof’s flashing is an important part of your home that consists of layers of sheet metal, made to prevent leaks on your roofing system. With a purpose as important as that, it’s unsurprising that your flashing has to be installed or repaired properly. Otherwise, the wood and cement of your roof can start rotting and cracking. As a homeowner, it’s vital that you know what the usual flashing repair mistakes are so you can actively avoid it.
Neglecting the Repairs
Delaying any form of roofing problem will only serve to make the situation worse. Not only will you have a costly issue at ..read more
Elite Roofing Solutions
5y ago
A residential roofing replacement project is a labor intensive task that will likely disrupt everyone’s daily routine and the layout of your home while it’s underway. With that in mind, it’s important that you take time out of your schedule to prepare your home and those who’ll be involved. That way, the project can be completed on time.
Pets and Children
One of the first things you should do in preparation for your roof replacement project is to inform your children of what will be occurring in the next few days. After all, they’ll be affected by this as well. Lay some important ground ru ..read more
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5y ago
Even a roof as durable as one made of clay tiles needs some maintenance from time to time. So, it’s important to take the time to take care of them from time to time.
Cleaning Your Roof
Clay tiles need little maintenance, but in order to maintain their traditional appeal, you need to clean them periodically.
To make the task easier, use a power washer to get rid of dirt and grime. Just be careful not to point the nozzle washer too close to the tiles as this can damage them. Algae can be harder to wash off, however. A solution made of warm water and mild dish soap should do the trick.
Ap ..read more
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5y ago
Whether you own a shop, a warehouse or a factory, you need to make sure disruptions to your businesses’ daily operations are kept to a minimum. A leaking roof is a common problem faced by business owners, and, often, they don’t notice the leak until the damage has already spread.
Clearly, with increasingly erratic weather patterns, conventional types of roofing aren’t enough anymore. So, why not try one of the alternatives?
A standing seam metal roofing system would be a good choice.
Excellent Moisture Protection
All it takes for moisture to penetrate your roof and spread damage to oth ..read more
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5y ago
Contrary to what many believe, hailstorms happen often in summer. In fact, mid-latitude countries are more likely to experience it early on in the season. How then can you make sure you can keep hail damage to your home to a minimum?
The Extent of Hail Damage
Hail damage is dependent on the size of the hailstones, which, in turn, is dependent on the air currents that bring water droplets to the colder upper atmospheric layers. The stronger the air current, the larger the hailstones that are formed.
It would be hard for homeowners to predict just how severe an incoming hailstorm will b ..read more
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5y ago
Homeowners are worried about two things when it comes to their roof: its durability and its visual appeal. And, when it comes to these two aspects, you especially need to keep an eye on the sloped ridges or hips on your roof. Sloped ridges, the section where the roof planes meet, is one of the most vulnerable parts of your roof and tend to be an eyesore that disrupts an otherwise clean and consistent look.
A solution to this problem would be to install hip and ridge cap shingles.
Wind Blow Off and Damage
Sloped ridges, being an exposed area of your roof, would naturally be vulnerable to m ..read more
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5y ago
Shingle cupping and curling are signs that your roof is no longer as healthy as it used to be. “Cupping” is when the shingle center is concave or depressed, so a cup is formed by the shingle. “Curling” is when the edges turn up. If you notice your asphalt shingles cupping or curling, you should immediately call a roofing company for an inspection.
Call a Roofer Before the Problem Worsens
Knowing the causes behind cupping and curling can help prevent them from happening.
If your roof isn’t that old but the shingles are curling and cupping, it might be due to the harsh weather. Hail can induce ..read more
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5y ago
If you turn on the local weather report, you’re likely to notice a strange trend. Temperatures in cities are often a few degrees higher than in rural areas. This discrepancy in temperature is the result of a bizarre phenomenon called the urban heat island effect.
Heat islands can negatively affect communities. However, choosing the right materials can help you mitigate this phenomenon.
Turning Cities Into Heat Islands
As the name suggests, the effect turns cities into heat islands. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), temperatures in U.S. cities may exceed th ..read more
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5y ago
If you can’t remember the last time you’ve done a roof inspection, it may be a good time to do that now. Heat can punish an old roof and make it more vulnerable to the elements.
Before the hot summer days set in, take a moment to review how your roofing system might be affected by the increased temperatures.
What Happens When Your Roof Is Exposed to Heat?
Hours of continuous sunlight can degrade the materials on commercial and residential roofs. This is particularly problematic if you have an older roof. Asphalt shingles may be buckling, peeling or eroding, leaving the wood below exposed t ..read more
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5y ago
The average annual temperature of the earth continues to rise. Hotter times are becoming a fact of life. If the temperature trend continues, homeowners will need to find ways to deal with hotter weather, not just to stay comfortable, but to counter the rising costs of air conditioning.
There are steps you can take to take to heat-proof your house this year. Some of these ideas are installing cool residential roofing, improving insulation, replacing windows and adding shade.
Cool Roof Installation
There are a few ways to prevent heat from being transferred into your house from the roof. Ins ..read more