Tag: ice dams
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The Importance of Attic Insulation in the Health of a Roof
A lot of homeowners underestimate the importance of installing proper insulation in their attics, thinking it isn’t worth the time or money to improve a space that’s usually used only for storage. The reality is that attic insulation plays an extremely important role in the health of your roof and the energy efficiency of your…
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5 Steps To An Effective Winter Roofing Maintenance
While roof maintenance may be the last thing on your mind during the chilly weather, one could make the case that roof care is more important in winter than at any other time of year. This is largely due to the threat of ice dams, which can wreak havoc on your roof and attic and…
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Protecting Roof & Gutters From Ice & Snow Damage
There’s no doubt that winters can be really hard on a roof, especially asphalt shingle roof. The buildup of ice and snow, added weight, ice dams and the freeze/thaw cycle all threaten to damage your Delaware roof. Through all of this, your roof is still the first line of defense against harsh winter weather. Protecting…
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Residential Roofing: 5 Tips for a Leak-Free Winter
There’s nothing like prevention, when it comes to roofing. Any roof leaks or other problems you experience with your roof during the winter can be doubly difficult to deal with, since snowfall and cold temperatures make repairing roof issues even more complex than usual. Therefore, it’s important to address potential problems in the fall, before the…
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Post Winter Inspection of Your Shingle Roofing
Now that winter’s coming to an end, it’s a good time to perform an inspection of your roof. As the snow and ice have disappear, any damage or other roof issues are easier to identify and repair. Whether you live in Delaware or other area that typically receives a generous amount of snow over the…