Blog Posts in March, 2016

How Do I Attach an Antenna to My Roof Without Damaging the Roof?

Whatever you do, don’t put any holes in your roof trying to attach an antenna. You see, even if you seal your screw holes with roofing cement now, over time the cement can crack. This then becomes a way for water to get into your home (it could also compromise your warranty). We’d rather you be safe than sorry, but that doesn’t mean you can’t mount an antenna to your roof without the help of a ...

Roofing 101: The Anatomy of a Pitched Roof

Roofing is a complicated trade full of confusing terms. To help you better understand the words your roofer might use, we’ve put together an overview of all the parts of your pitched roof. We’ll start with the simplest type of roof and build on from there… Gable roof parts A gable roof is a roof that’s shaped like the houses your kids draw. It has 2 sloping sides that meet at a peak. Ridge : The ...