THE ORIGINAL ROOFING COMPANY BLOG

A tile roof can be a beautiful addition to your home that provides lasting protection and value.

When it comes to residential roofing, tile roofs are a great choice because they are well-suited to harsh desert climates and are resilient against heat, sunlight, and the rare summer storm. However, that same climate can take a toll on a tile roof’s underlayment (the layer of material between the roof deck and tile). Once you learn about the underlayment’s lifespan and the cost to replace it, you can better decide if a tile roof is right for you. In addition, if you already have a tile roof, you can determine the cost for residential roof repair.

If you have a roofing inspection performed for your Las Vegas home, you will see a variety of different terms when you actually get your final report. You might notice the term “mechanical damage” on your report and be unsure exactly what that means in relation to your roof. How do you know mechanical damage from other types of damage that might occur? There are tell-tale signs that an inspector will note as mechanical damage over the damage that has been caused via natural means. Here is an explanation of mechanical damage and its causes.

If you have a home in Las Vegas that doesn’t have gutters, you might be wondering if they’re really all that necessary. After all, Las Vegas is a desert climate that experiences very little rain overall, and having new gutters installed on your home can cost upwards of several thousand dollars. You might be considering saving this money and forgoing them altogether, but before you make your decision, you should be aware of what gutters can do to protect your home.

Installing a skylight is often an excellent financial and aesthetic choice. A skylight often increases property value, and the beauty of natural light is hard to beat. However, sometimes skylight installation can get too pricey to be worthwhile.

Your house is perfect for you, and it’s the first big investment you made. It shelters your spouse, kids, maybe even a few pets. Sure, you could probably use more space, but the important thing is that in your house everyone feels safe and warm. All is running smoothly in this structure you call home. That is until the first rainstorms of the season. After especially windy and rainy storms you may have found some of your clay roof tiles have shifted, or even fallen off of your roof and shattered. This is actually fairly common and there are several reasons why this occurs. But, you might be wondering, will you need to get an entirely new roof?

You aren’t alone: there are a lot of reasons to dislike your flat roof. Unless, that is, you’re one of the few that like such things, in which case you are in the wrong place and reading the wrong article.

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Making wise roofing decisions can save you time and money. One controversial roofing topic is whether metal roofs require gutters.

Whether you are looking for a residential roof for your home or rental or a commercial roof for your business’s office, one of the first questions that must be answered is the type of roof you are going to consider purchasing. While there are numerous types of shingles, each with their own benefits and drawbacks, these days there is also a higher-level question which comes first: do you go for shingles, or do you go for a metal roof?

While replacing a roof is a costly expense, it is a wholly necessary one when the roof is failing. Unfortunately, determining if a roof is failing is not as simple as it may appear. A roof can be at partial failure (minor to moderate damage) or complete failure (entire roof collapse). The hope is that, as a home or commercial building owner, you will take action during partial failure to maintain both your wallet and your safety. However, noticing the signs of roof failure means being diligent and observant.

Birds are a commonly overlooked cause of roof damage. Understanding how birds damage roofs, identifying bird-caused damage, and familiarizing yourself with effective bird deterrents will help you avoid the high costs of roof repair or replacement.