Maintenance Solutions A roof is arguably the most visible, distinguished and important part of a home. And when it comes to curb appeal, homeowners want to be sure that their roofing system is not only aesthetically pleasing but that it provides reliability and sound, overall performance. It
Read more →The International Residential Building Code (IRC) is the predominant single-family residential building code in the United States. Vented attics are the “default” construction practice recognized by the IRC. Changes to recent editions of the IRC have introduced unvented (sealed) attics as an alternative. Deciding which approach to
Read more →Maintenance Solutions A new roof on a commercial property is a substantial investment. With so many options available, how do property owners/managers know which roofing system is right for their property? Understanding the performance features and benefits of different roofing technologies are key to determining the best
Read more →If you have ever been in an attic, you know how hot such spaces can get. The primary source of heat is direct sunlight. Solar heat is transmitted through the roofing material and radiated to the ceiling insulation. As the roof and insulation warm up, the attic air
Read more →With the housing market on what appears to be a slow path toward improvement, the growth potential for roofing contractors in the coming year will be largely dependant upon reroofing projects and add-on services. And, while roofing professionals look to marketing to help drive new business and
Read more →Asphalt Shingle Recycling Programs Provide Sustainable Building Practices Submitted by: Sue Burkett of Owens Corning, and member of the Communications, Marketing & Education Committee for ARMA As the green building movement continues to gain momentum across the industry, many manufacturers and roofing contractors are adding a growing
Read more →If you shower, cook, wash dishes, clean, do laundry – if you breathe – inside your home, you’re generating water vapor. Lots of it. Gallons, in fact. Every day. And if it’s not ventilated properly out of the attic, that water vapor can become a moisture problem
Read more →Maintenance Solutions Reliability, endurance and sustainability are the top three reasons why low-slope, asphaltic roofing systems are America’s most popular choice when it comes to protecting commercial, industrial and institutional buildings, according to the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA). Whether it is for new construction or for
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