Hershey Exteriors Blog: roof replacement

After installation, it’s normal for asphalt shingle roofs to look a little uneven for a while. However, you need to call your contractor if your roof doesn’t lay flat after several days.

Day in and day out, your roofing system works hard to keep your home dry and damage-free. However, it is not immune to problems, which must be addressed promptly in order to maintain the performance of your roof and extend its service life.

For homeowners, a storm-damaged roof is a cause for concern. Storm damage, after all, can result in leaks, ineffective roofing and gutter systems, and other forms of damage. With all of this in mind, it's normal that you need to contact your insurance agent right away.

Before you can fully enjoy the many advantages provided by a new roof installation, you’ll need to carefully plan for the actual installation day itself.

Professional roofers take a look at certain factors to determine whether or not certain roofing systems like asphalt shingle, metal or cedar roofs are vulnerable to wind damage.

Roof leaks can be frustrating to handle. Nevertheless, they must be addressed promptly to minimize water damage and preserve your roof’s structural integrity. While you might think your homeowner’s insurance will cover the repair costs, that’s not always the case.

Roofs are sturdy and long lasting, though they’re not permanent fixtures. Preventive maintenance and care can significantly increase the expected service life of your roof, with asphalt shingle roofs lasting up to 20 to 25 years and cedar roofs averaging about 30 years.

One of the most common issues in residential and commercial roofing systems is leaks. When you encounter this problem, you need to deal with it immediately before it causes water damage to your roof and other parts of your home or building.

Clear weather allows roofers to get roofing projects done quickly, be it a flat/low slope roofing installation or an asphalt shingle roof repair. However, there could be times when a quick but heavy downpour occurs while work is underway. What do they do when this happens?

Signs of cracking and splitting in asphalt shingles necessitate immediate residential roof repair. They may look the same at first glance, but a thorough inspection reveals that they are actually quite different. Read on as we differentiate shingle cracks and splits.