Homeowners expect a new roof to last several years and having the right contractor can help. A properly installed roof takes time and is not cheap — it’s an investment in your home and family. But if a contractor cuts corners, a new roof could fail. Pass these tips along to homeowners to help them understand that putting on a roof is more than just the shingles — it’s about choosing the right contractor to install reliable products.
GAF is the manufacturer you can trust for all your roofing needs. Hear from Alison Victoria on the long history and innovative products that make up the GAF difference.
Need help with your roofing decision? A roof is more than just shingles. Alison Victoria describes how important each piece of the roofing system is to provide maximum protection for your home.
Reflective roofs, known as “cool roofs,” have many benefits for low-slope buildings, such as energy savings from reduced air-conditioning loads due to lower roof heat build-up.
If you’re looking to save money (and who isn’t?), think about shingle recycling. In many cases, recycling roofing is more cost effective than dumping. In a recent survey, contractors said they would be willing to take the time to separate torn-off shingles from other waste if they could save 10% on disposal costs and market themselves as contractors who recycle shingles.
One of the most common and costly issues homeowners call on a contractor for is to fix a leaky roof. Not surprisingly, most property owners do not have the expertise (or desire) to get onto their roofs and look for problems themselves.