Construction (Industry)
Care Of Wear And Tear To The Roof -
- Steven BriesemeisterThe unpalatable truth is that like everything else roofs do not last forever but tend to wear and tear with time. Regular caring of the roof is a must. Some roofs have a longer life than others but even metal ones are not above the hassle of timely check ups and repairs. The key factor is to keep... Submitted 4 years 182 days ago.
Ice Dam Prevention On A Roof - Steven Briesemeister
The most hard-hitting problem we face during extremely snowy winters is that of ice dams. They cause permanent damage to the structural integrity of the buildings. Before we find solutions on preventing the formation of ice dams, we should understand how they were formed. Simply, ice dams... Submitted 5 years 281 days ago.
Roof Replacement Cost Depends On Many Variables - Steven Briesemeister
It is after the winters and the snow has melted. The branches are beginning to get greener on the trees and the birds too have come out from their homes. You too want to soak the sunlight and go to the attic to get the camp-cot out. To your horror you find that there are puddles of water in the... Submitted 5 years 300 days ago.
The winters are over and you find that the walls and the edges between the wall and the roof are looking rather jarred. You take a closer look, and there are traces of moisture and the paint is peeling off. You disregard this as a normal thing and go about your daily business What was required of... Submitted 5 years 303 days ago.
How To Install A Skylight - Steven Briesemeister
Skylights can be installed in any room of a single story house or the upper most rooms near the roof in a multiple story house. How to decide upon the perfect skylight for your home? The structure of the house and the roof will help you decide. In the case of a truss roof, the size of the... Submitted 5 years 304 days ago.
Tips On Sheathing A Roof - Steven Briesemeister
Sheathing a roof is like icing on the cake. Your home will not be complete if this roofing project is not done properly. The ability for roof sheathing to stay in place during a windstorm or other inclement weather is most important. It’s this connection that may fail during a hurricane or... Submitted 5 years 317 days ago.
Imitation Slate Roof Shingles - Steven Briesemeister
Finding the right combination of good looks and protection from your roof often turns out to be something of a challenge. However, this combination is one that many homeowners try to attain by using many different kinds of roof shingles. One of the more popular and successful types are imitation... Submitted 5 years 317 days ago.
Properly Estimating Roof Price - Steven Briesemeister
As with any major job that needs doing to the house one of the most important factors that is likely to play on your mind is the cost. Roof price is made up of several factors, that we discuss below, and you should always be careful that you aren’t compromising quality or service in order to... Submitted 5 years 353 days ago.
Roofing Insurance Claims for Storm Damage - Steven Briesemeister
As homeowners, we are vulnerable to mother nature every day. When misfortune lands at our doorstep or, in this case, our rooftop, we can be thankful for insurance coverage and the availability of roofing insurance claims for storm damage. When purchasing insurance, it is always advisable to... Submitted 5 years 353 days ago.
The Effects of Damaging Black Mold - Steven Briesemeister
What is black mold? Mold is a particularly unsavory character that is neither plant nor animal. It usually resides in the fungi family and creates enzymes for decomposing and digesting and spores that are used for reproduction. In general mold and the decay they cause is not a bad thing... Submitted 5 years 353 days ago.
What is roof decking? The roof deck is the section of the roof onto which everything else is placed. As such it needs to be strong enough to hold the weight and durable enough to cope with some give. Depending on the type of roof you are having installed you will need to decide on the type... Submitted 5 years 353 days ago.
How To Determine Roof Slope - Steven Briesemeister
If you want to determine roof slope, it isn’t as difficult as you may think. In fact, it’s quite simple and can be done in a very short amount of time with minimal inconvenience. This is not a project that should be intimidating, even though home improvement work can sometimes be stressful.... Submitted 5 years 353 days ago.
Why Would I Consider Installing Roofing Shingles in Cold Weather? - Steven Briesemeister
Unfortunately, your roof won’t usually pick warm and clear days to break, obviously it is much more common for your roof to develop leaks and problems when the rain is beating down and the wind is blowing a gale. Even if the roof does get damaged on a calm day it is really quite unlikely that... Submitted 5 years 353 days ago.
Types of Flat Roofing Materials - Steven Briesemeister
It’s a fact that your roof is one of the most important parts of your house and is the one thing that provides the building structure, the building occupants and the building contents with protection from the elements. Many roofs are in a state of disrepair but homeowners ignore this until the... Submitted 5 years 353 days ago.
How Long to Install a New Roof? - Steven Briesemeister
The roof is by far one of the most important parts of your house when it comes to protecting the rest of the building and it’s occupants from extreme weather conditions and many roofs are in a state of disrepair. Yet, despite this, they are left to worsen before people are willing to act and... Submitted 5 years 353 days ago.
3 Tab Roofing Shingles - Steven Briesemeister
A shingle that shows 3 tabs, or measures 3 feet, is fittingly known as 3-tab roofing shingles. They are normally guaranteed for 20 years and help the roof to have a smooth, defined look. Depending on the manufacturer, 3-tab shingles are often available in 20, 25 or even 30 year limited... Submitted 5 years 353 days ago.
Algae Resistant Roof Shingles - Steven Briesemeister
Many homeowners are burdened with unwelcome house guests every year. It’s not the kind of guests that you’re thinking of, however, as this guest doesn’t enter the home. It invites itself to sit on your roof and causes unsightly discoloration. It’s algae and it effects a lot of homeowners... Submitted 5 years 353 days ago.
Have You Got A Leaky Skylight? - Steven Briesemeister
Why have I got a leaky skylight? A skylight is an excellent source of both warmth and light for your home and they can enhance the overall appearance of your house as well as giving you a little extra air when required. There are a number of different factors that can lead to a leaky... Submitted 5 years 353 days ago.
The Durability of Standing Seam Metal Roofing - Steven Briesemeister
The job of your roof. The roof is the one part of the house that takes the most damage when protecting us from the elements. It has to cope with extreme conditions ranging from wintry ice to summer sun and often it can face both extremes at the same time. Many substances simply can not... Submitted 5 years 353 days ago.
Roof Preparation before Installing Roof Shingles - Steven Briesemeister
Installing roof shingles can be an arduous task and should not be attempted if you don’t know what you are doing. It is vital to ensure that you complete adequate roof preparation before installing roof shingles otherwise you are risking the integrity of your new roof. A poorly prepared roof... Submitted 5 years 353 days ago.
All About Copper Roof Shingles - Steven Briesemeister
The world is full of copper lovers, and lovers of the copper roof are by no means an exception. There are essentially two different types of copper roof you can buy, there is the solid copper roof that consists solely of sheet copper on your roof. It is very resilient to weathering and will... Submitted 5 years 353 days ago.
How To Find A Roof Leak - Steven Briesemeister
There are many resources on how to find a roof leak but, most of the time, homeowners can locate the problem themselves within minutes. After all, if your roof is leaking, who has time to run out to the store and buy a home repair book or even ask someone how to find a roof leak? A leaking... Submitted 5 years 353 days ago.
A flat roof is more prone to leaks due to the fact that the roof has no pitch for snow and other debris to slide off, so it remains on the roof until we remove it. This can cause an array of damage, including snow and ice damage, holes from debris, heavy weight causing structure damage and... Submitted 5 years 353 days ago.
Do I Need A New Roof? - Steven Briesemeister
You may be asking yourself, “Do I need a new roof?" If you are also asking yourself the following questions, then you want to seriously consider a roof replacement: 1. Upon inspection of my roof, I noticed algae growth. Do I need a new roof? 2. I noticed curling and blistering on my... Submitted 5 years 353 days ago.
Using Reflective Roofing Materials - Steven Briesemeister
The temperature of your roof plays a very important part in a number of different environmental factors within your home. If your roof collects heat without reflecting any then your home will get incredibly hot during the summer months meaning you will have to pay more for energy bills to keep... Submitted 5 years 353 days ago.
