Home Improvement Blog

Your roof is built to withstand many of nature's elements, however, in some cases, strong storms can create winds that could compromise the integrity of your roof. The signs of wind damage are often subtle so it's important to be aware of exactly what to look out for. Fixing the problems quickly can prevent future damage and potentially save you a lot of money down the road. Damaged roofs can lead to leaks which can drip into the interior of your home, ruining your most valuable possessions. It's smart to inspect your roof after each and every major storm.

You take care of your home because you want and need for it to continue to look good and function properly. There are parts of your home that you should always keep an eye on in order to ensure that they don't need to be repaired or replaced, and your roof is one of those areas. More specifically, here are 6 things that can go wrong if you don’t replace your aging roof.

After living in your home for at least a decade or two, it's probably hit you to ask these conjoining questions: "Is it time to get a new roof? How can I tell?" You're smart asking these questions, because far too many homeowners forget about how important their roofs are. Too many mistakenly think roofing can hold up forever.

When inclement weather causes shingles to blow off a roof, most homeowners are quick to call someone to repair the damage. While this prevents any immediate damage or exposure to the roof deck, it ignores the more important question: why did the shingles blow off in the first place? Answering this question will shed light on the underlying problems that may be affecting your roof.

Weather extremes in the DMV region are very hard on area roofs. The region's simultaneous proximity to moist ocean winds and vulnerability to arctic outbreaks presents a unique challenge. The Koppen climate classification system categorizes the area as humid subtropical, which combines generally mild winters with hot, humid summers. There are 3 reasons the DMV Region is rough on roofs. The area is particularly vulnerable to these climatological challenges: