Essential Fall Roof Maintenance
Giving your roof a once-over in the fall is a great way to ensure you make it through the winter without damage or the need for repairs.
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Effects of roofing shingle color on energy efficiency
The color of the shingles you choose for your build can have a significant impact on the building’s energy efficiency. The color shingles your clients choose can have significant effect on the temperature of the upper levels of the building. Attic temperatures can vary as much as 20 to 40 degrees F which in turn can reduce energy consumption by 20%.
5 Fun Upcycling Ideas for Leftover Gutters
Got some guttering left over from a construction job? Don’t throw it out! Here are some great ways to reuse and recycle this valuable resource.
Follow Proper Nailing Patterns on Roofing to Prevent Callbacks
When the sun is at a particular angle, you can see the outline of the OSB panels on my roof. This causes a ‘windowpane’ effect. Why is this happening and what can you do to prevent it?
Has the world gone Topsy Turvy? Can a Floor be a Roof?
When is a floor not a floor? When it’s a roof of course. Have you ever been curious if you can use sub-floor panels like TRUFLOR for a roof application? Read on for the answer!
Can you install roof sheathing over real wood?
When it comes to installing Norbord products on your roof it’s best to not have your head in the clouds. Read this weeks advice from the Ol’ Sage Builder regarding if you can install over an existing real wood roof.
