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Frequently Questioned Answers about Roofing

Roofing FAQs


Does my house need roof ventilation?

The answer is yes! Houses lacking proper ventilation are vulnerable to a variety of issues. These range from increased energy bills to structural problems. First, it is important to clarify why a home needs to vent. Moisture, heat, and airborne pollutants are all found inside the home, an adequate ventilation supply – both intake and exhaust – will help to keep the air fresh, prevent excess moisture from collecting, and prevent dangerous effects occurring to your home.

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Repairing Common Roofing Problems in St. Louis Area

We can quickly and effectively fix any roof problem, big or small Do you have a roofing problem? Sometimes roofing problems are obvious, like when a gutter gets crushed by a ladder or shingles are blown off the roof during …

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Roof Clean-up Tips

It's time for your roof's spring-cleaning and inspection. Not only will this make your home look better, it can also extend the life of the roof. Here are some tips on what to look for during spring cleaning. Tree limbs. …

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Hiring Local Roofer in St. Louis Area

Since the price of roof replacement is actually on the rise in some areas, it's easy to see why everybody should decide to find a local roofing company with a good reputation to take care of any roofing problems. What makes roofing replacement projects different from other major home renovation jobs is that you won't be spending a lot of the time admiring the finished work. Granted you can take a look anytime you want by going across the street or checking it out from a distance but it’s nothing like walking into a newly remodeled kitchen or bathroom that you can't help but see and use everyday. Getting roof replacement services is similar to buying life insurance in the sense that you pay for something that you cannot really see but you can rest assured that if any problems come up, you're covered. So when you are buying a new roof the best way to make sure you get your money's worth and keep your family covered is to hire a local home exterior contractor that fits your selection criteria …

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Fall Home Maintenance

Prevent roof damage and boost energy efficiency in your home before the cold weather hits St. Louis PEAK PERFORMANCE Roofing can help you with your home maintenance checklist. Care for trees and shrubs. If you have trees on your property, …

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Storm Damage – Roof Repair Or Replacement?

Do you know the key danger signals of a failing roof? Follow the link below for more information and how to recognize the signs that your roof needs repair or replacement. PEAK PERFORMANCE Roofing, Inc. is pleased to be a …

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Eco-Friendly Roofing

Recycled Shingles Among the most popular — and perhaps the “greenest” — of all roofing products are shingles made from recycled waste materials, such as plastic, rubber, or wood fiber. Some products are made from clean post-consumer waste (waste from …

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7 tips for choosing the right roof color

by Andy Lindus on www.angieslist.com Updating your roof is one of the most significant investments you can make as a homeowner. Since the shelf life of a roof can be up to 50 years, it’s understandable why one might have …

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Inspecting your roof prevent interior damage and roof replacement

Depending on the conditions outside, your roof is constantly expanding, contracting, drying, cracking and deteriorating. Inspecting your roof once a year for signs of damage, sagging and aging will help prevent interior damage and an expensive roof replacement! Take a …

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How long will it take for you to complete work on my roof?

For residential roofs, typically, one or two days (of course, if your roof is very large – or if substantial repairs are required – it could take a bit longer). The weather can also delay the process, but we will …

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Should I tear off or recover an existing shingle roof?

There are many factors to consider when making the decision to recover (overlay) or tear off the existing shingle roof. The benefits of having a roof recovered are that the costs of labor and disposal are much lower. However, there …

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What do you do about roof flashings?

Flashings are used wherever something intersects the roof. These are the most important areas of your roof. Various materials can be used to protect these areas: sheet metal (copper, galvanized steel, aluminum), Lead, ice and water shield, membranes, and sealants …

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How can I find a contractor that I can trust?

Surveys have shown that the number one criteria most people use to pick a roofing contractor is trust. The NRCA (national roofing contractors association) recommends that you look for a contractor who fits the following criteria. Has a proven track …

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How to Detect Roof Hail Damage

Hail damage leads to expensive insurance claims. Hail accounts for more than $1.6 billion in damage per year, just in roof damage in the United States, according to the Federal Alliance of Safe Homes. When a storm hits your area, …

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To give our customers the best roofing products and workmanship value that can be found anywhere in the roofing industry in the Midwest.

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