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Just about everything on the market comes with a warranty these days. Limited lifetime warranty, extended warranty, system warranty: but what does it all mean? And do we really need a warranty for everything? What we can tell you is that having a roof warranty in place is one of the best things you can do to protect your home from a worst-case scenario. When getting a new roof or if you need a repair done to your roof make sure you receive a roof warranty. The Roofing Brother

Some of the oldest roofing materials in the world are thatch, clay, and stone. Thatch was likely used between 5000 and 1800 B.C. Clay tiles can be traced all the way back to around 10,000 B.C.! Metal roofing materials are often lighter in weight than wood shingles. Green roofing materials are longer lasting than asphalt roofing tiles. While the idea of natural building materials still holds strong sentimental appeal, some insurance companies charge more to cover a home with a

Most typical flat roofs in south florida should last anywhere from 10 to 20 yrs. Flat built up roofs are highly wind resistant but very susceptible to leaks at the seams from buckles or wrinkles in the top membrane as a result of poor workmanship.One way to extend the life a typical residential flat roof is by applying a 5 to 10 yr elastomeric coating. The coating preserve to roof membrane from sun exposure and harsh weather conditions such as rain and heavy winds. The white

Extreme sun and constant showers could accelerate the color of the roof membrane 2-3 years faster than anticipated; many shingle roofs with typical life spans of 25 to 30 years may seem older before their time due to harsh weather conditions causing premature aging. Typically a 25 year shingle roof, which is standard three tab shingle - its one slate of shingle with three cuts along the exposed half, giving its name the three tab once it is installed. This type of shingle is

Homeowners with wood shake roofs should expect them to last them about 30 yrs, while fiber cement shingles last about 25 years and asphalt shingle/composition roofs last about 20 years. Climate and weather conditions such as snow, hail, and hurricanes, can cut the lifespan of all types of roofs. Asphalt Shingles, 3-tab - 15 to 18 years Asphalt Shingles, Architectural - 24 to 30 years Galvalume (metal) - 30 to 45 years Concrete Tile - 35 to 45 years Built-Up or Modified Bitume

Need to select a type of gutter for your home? There are many options to choose from, so let’s get started! First there are the choice of copper gutters. The good part about copper is that it never rusts or needs painting, however the bad part is that they are very expensive. They do oxidize over time, but can be treated with a sealant to keep your shine, if that is the look you are going for. Steel gutters are another option, which are a very sturdy choice. Steel will