Tag Archives: roofing costs

Roof Construction – Framing, Substrate, Underlayment and Shingles

A roof is one of the most essential parts of your home, that keeps it safe and protected from adverse natural elements.If you are thinking of replacing your old roof, it is important to have a general sense of roof construction. This information will help you be a more discerning… Read more »

Roof Estimating – Learn How To Estimate Roof Prices

This estimating guide is a continuation of our two-part series for contractors, on how to measure and estimate roofing prices. See part one of this guide to learn how to measure a roof. Calculating Roofing Materials and Estimating Prices For the purposes of this guide, I will use asphalt shingles… Read more »

Roofing Materials Prices Increased By 30% Due To High Oil Prices And Massive Tornadoes!

It’s been widely reported and discussed on various roofing forums that manufacturers are drastically raising the prices of their roofing shingles and accessories that go along. Some roofers report getting letters from their suppliers that shingles prices are going up as much as 30%. Keep in mind that in the… Read more »

Roofing Guide for Homeowners – Repair, Materials and Prices

Most homeowners do not start thinking about their roof until it leaks. It’s understandable, but if your roof is already leaking, and you can see it inside your house – it means that it has been slowly leaking for a while, and the damage is probably more extensive than what… Read more »

Roof Replacement Cost To Install a New Roof

Asphalt shingle roofs need to be replaced about every 15 years. There are a few roof types available as a roofing replacement option to the homeowner. In this guide we will cover the cost of replacing the old roof with a brand new roofing system including asphalt shingles and metal roofing .