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This comprehensive Ice Dams Guide covers the causes and effects of ice dams as well as prevention methods. The winter is in full swing and most roofs in the northern states, as well as all of Canada are covered in snow. While most of these roofs don’t leak when it… Read more »
This article will discuss the positive and negative aspects of having a partner in a roofing business. This is one of the topics that we discuss in our new series of articles on how to start a roofing business, and how to make it a success.
This is a general overview of how to successfully market a roofing business online, how to create a website that will convert your local homeowners into customers, bringing you free business in the form of online leads for virtually an unlimited period of time, and can completely change the way… Read more »
A roofing business is difficult to start and is a headache to run, but if you do it right, with some luck and lots of hard work, it can be very profitable and rewarding. However, as with most new endeavors, the biggest challenge is starting and getting it off the… Read more »
Roofing square is the most common measurement unit used by roofers, as well as contractors from many other trades. It greatly simplifies communication between architects, contractors, roofing manufacturers, suppliers and even clients. It’s much easier to say 25 squares than 2507 square feet, and there is less information lost in… Read more »
There are actually two major types of roofs with multiple variations derived from them (except of course flat roofs). These are a Gable Roof and a Hip Roof. Depending on the type, you will need to order a different amount of roofing materials, when you are going to replace your… Read more »
The Roofing Calculator tool has gone through a major update on Oct. 15, 2010. Now, it is even better at estimating roofing materials and installation prices. You can get the most accurate quote to install asphalt shingles, metal or a variety of flat roofing options – all of these are… Read more »