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Enhanced Insulation and Ventilation Technology
Jan22
By Luke Wilson | Metal Roofing, Roofing

What is Roof Insulation and Ventilation? A roof changes how heat moves in your house, how moisture behaves, and how much stress it experiences over the course of its life. And if insulation and ventilation aren’t doing their job, you will know. Some rooms feel hotter while others seem cooler,...

Why a Drip Edge Is Essential for Roofs in North Carolina and Virginia
Jan16
By Luke Wilson | Roof Inspection, Roofing

When homeowners think about roof protection, shingles usually get the spotlight. But one of the most important components of a durable roofing system is something many people never notice: the drip edge. Across North Carolina and Virginia, roofs are exposed to heavy rain, wind-driven storms,...

Energy-Efficient Reflective Roofing Systems
Jan02
By Luke Wilson | Roofing

What Are Energy-Efficient Reflective Roofing Systems? Most standard roofing materials absorb sunlight and retain it. That heat builds up slowly and eventually raises the temperatures in your home’s interior. By afternoon, those higher temperatures have penetrated through your attic and into the...

Fire-Resistant Roofing Systems and Materials
Dec24
By Luke Wilson | Roofing

Why Fire-Resistant Roofing Matters? Fire risk has changed over the last few years, with longer dry spells, hotter summers, and stronger winds that make it easier for fires to spread. When wind-carried embers land on your home, the roof is generally the first thing exposed. Older roofing systems...

How Long Does a Roof Last in North Carolina?
Nov10
By Luke Wilson | Roofing

The Life of a North Carolina Roof You know how it goes in North Carolina. You get one perfect week, then a storm rolls through, then two days of heat that could melt asphalt. Your roof never really gets a break here. So, when it comes time to replace it, the first question you find yourself asking...

The Best Roofing Materials for NC and VA’s Climate
Oct24
By Luke Wilson | Roofing

Virginia and North Carolina Weather is Not for the Faint of Heart In North Carolina and Virginia, residents often face humid and sticky weather, violent storms, and long winters with plenty of snow. All that change in a short timeframe can put real stress on your home, and seriously compromise...

Sustainable And Recycled Roofing Materials
Oct21
By Luke Wilson | Roofing

Going Green Never Felt So Good You’d be surprised how much your roof affects the world around you. Over time, roofs break down. Rain hits, wind blows, the sun bakes it dry, and tiny bits of material wash off into the yard or the soil. That runoff sometimes carries with it chemicals from glue,...

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