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Roofing Basics – Shingle Roof Components The roofing system on your home is one one of the most critical parts of your home simply because it keeps all of the other components dry! Knowing how to properly replace your roof will save you from unwanted leaks to the interior of the home and properly divert water, protect from sitting snow … Read More

Roof Chimney Siding Repair – Albany, NY There are a lot of aspects to consider when it comes to chimney maintenance. This is especially true when the roof is involved. Depending on how and when the chimney was installed during the building process, leaks can begin to occur over time. If you don’t catch the leak right away, it can … Read More

As a roofing contractor, we see our fair share of shingle roofs with solar panels installed on them. In some cases, the solar panels were replaced along with the roof. In other cases, the solar panels were recently installed, while the shingles have been on the roof for quite some time. One question that we are always asked is “How … Read More

Answers to Frequently asked questions regarding shingle roofing Question: How do I know when I need my roof replaced? A general rule of thumb is if your roof is over 15-20 years old, it may be time for a new one. 3 Tab shingles will typically last for 15-25 years while architectural shingles will last 20-35 years if cared for … Read More

Choosing The Best Roofing Components For Your Shingle Roof One question that we often come across on our initial assessment of the roof with potential customers is what type of roof components are going to be installed on their roof. There are many homeowners that believe that all roofing contractors pretty much use the same roofing materials across the board. … Read More

15 Steps To Choosing The Right Roofing Contractor For Your Home When it comes to replacing a new roof on your home, how do you know that you are choosing the right contractor to do the work? How do you weed out the bad ones?. We have compiled an ultimate guide in order to help you choose the right roofing … Read More

Home Evolution Spring Home Maintenance ChecklistKnow What To Look ForWith spring officially underway, it’s time to get the tools and cleaning supplies out! Although for the most part we’ve had a pretty mild winter, it is very important to do an annual inspection on the exterior of your home to see if anything needs to be attended to. Avoiding problems … Read More

Types of Roofing ScamsHonest, trustworthy, and reliable roofing contractors are having a difficult time dealing with the bad reputations left behind by scammers posing as roofing contractors. These scammers have been taking advantage of customers for years with many different types of schemes. People entrust their hard earned money with contractors who say they’ll do one thing but don’t follow … Read More

Roof Replacement in Albany NYThe Albany area is always getting hit with treacherous weather, weather that has a long-standing effect on the status of your shingle roof. Usually roofs that haven’t been maintained or have been installed incorrectly will face the negative effects of this bad weather. Over time a roof replacement will be needed to fix the big problem. … Read More

Roofing types in Albany NYShingles roofs are a majority of our repairs and replacements, the shingles on a home if installed correctly can last anywhere from 20 to 25 years. That’s why it’s a popular choice when it comes to roofing. Shingle roofs can be installed in one full day’s work depending on the size of a roof and how … Read More