Bell Roof Co., Inc.

Trees offer shade and can help save money on utility bills, but it’s important to remove branches that extend over your roof. A roofing expert can explain that the acid in bird droppings can damage shingles if your roof is a regular target.

You might be on the lookout for weather events that may damage your commercial roof, but have you ever considered the destructive potential of vermin and small animals? Rats, mice, and even larger mammals like raccoons can cause surprisingly extensive roof damage.

It’s important to remember that it’s always better to contact a roofing contractor you end up not needing than to not make the call when your roof is in rough shape. If your roof only needs a new coating or a little patch work, we’ll always let you know.

When you are considering a new roof, consider the lifetime cost instead of simply the initial expense. An asphalt roof may be the least expensive, but you may have to replace asphalt in 15 to 20 years. While slate and metal roofs, for example, might initially cost much more, they are more likely to last the entire time you are in the house.

Finding wind damage is much easier to spot than water damage. You may notice rows of shingles blown around or certain pieces are now misshapen. If you notice anything like this, then have a professional take a look at the roof.

Should you consider aluminum roofing? While older aluminum roofs were noisy and poorly insulated, modern ones are worth consideration. They’re light, strong, quiet, decorative and functional, and some are so energy efficient, they can reduce heat gain by up to 70%.

You can perform annual inspections of your roof using a ladder or binoculars; you don't actually have to go up onto the roof. This is important, as it enables you to find small problems before they become big ones. Speckles of rust on the splashing and loose caulk are signs that repairs will be needed.

If you are setting up a new building, or just remodeling one you currently use, then you should have professionals do the job. Professional roofing means a solid, sturdy, and stable roof to shelter you.

If a big hailstorm with high winds recently ripped through the area, your roof could be in rougher shape than you can see from the ground. Let’s talk about the intensity of the storm in your area so that we can help you determine whether we need to check the roof out for you.

It’s important to remember that your home’s roof has the critical task of protecting everyone and everything inside it. When you need to ensure that your roof is repaired correctly the first time, we’re always ready to help.

Depending on the type of storm that recently rolled through the area, it’s possible that your entire roof may not necessarily need replacement. In some instances, we may be able to spot replace shingles and refresh the protective coating on it.

Are gutters necessary? Check with your roofing expert, but some homeowners choose to forego gutters. This makes more sense in areas with low rainfall amounts, such as the southwestern United States. Gutters help to lead rainfall away from a home’s foundation.

Lighter colored stains on your roof could be lichen, a fungus that is similar to algae but doesn’t leave black streaks. A roofing contractor can determine if the lichen should be removed or if your roof is ready to be replaced.