A roof of asphalt shingles will last about 20 years. If your roof sustains excessive direct sunlight, or you live in an area with temperature extremes, your roof can deteriorate faster. You can get by with repairs when you have an area with localized damage or you are dealing with your first leak. As your roof continues to break down, you will start to experience more frequent leaks. Asphalt shingles start to crack and you might find a loose one that has fallen to the ground.
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If you own a commercial building, you should consider using a single-ply membrane roof. This is especially true is you have space that is leased to one or more businesses. This type of roof has grown in popularity with commercial real estate owners and may lead to greater cash flow from your properties. The following are a few of the benefits.
They reflect sunlight
These membranes are fabricated from a thermoplastic or thermoset material, depending upon the size and design of your building, and they are coated with an acrylic material.
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The end of the winter season is the perfect time to give your roof a good look. Winter may have caused damage to some of your roof shingles, clogged up your gutters, or otherwise caused an issue for you that will need to be repaired. That said, don't go up to your roof without first taking a moment to make sure you can do so safely. Here are some roofing safety tips to keep in mind for the first time you head up there this spring.
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Do you live in a high-wind zone? If so, you should take steps to protect your roof. A quality roof is designed to withstand the elements, but for houses in areas with frequent, gusty wind, the effect of the weather can take a toll on the roof. Take steps to protect your home now.
Upgrade Ridge Vents
If you live in a high-wind zone that is also prone to wet weather, such as a coastal community, you must have the right ridge vents installed.
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If you have an existing fireplace in your home or if you just have a wall where you have always wanted to put one, then it may be time to get to work doing some planning.
You Have An Existing Fireplace
If you do have an existing fireplace then everything will be a lot easier because all you will typically have to do is redo the mantlepiece and the insert. Before you do get to work on revamping your existing fireplace, though, have a chimney professional come out to your house and inspect the chimney to make sure that it's clean, safe, and working properly.
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