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There are three main Solatube Daylighting Systems to choose from: the (10") 160 DS Daylight System, the larger (14") Solatube 290 DS Daylighting System, and the massive (21") Solatube SolaMaster 750 DS and 330 DS Systems, which each illuminate up to 300 square feet.

A leaky roof is more than an annoyance. It can lead to extensive and expensive damage to the interior of your home. If your roof is leaking, don’t delay. Give us a call today.

One of the plusses of the Solatube system is that you get natural sunlight into your home or office without having to worry about UV exposure. This is because Solatube filters out most of the UV, thus leaving only safe, high quality natural lighting for your interior spaces.

If you have a roof with multiple angles, it’s likely you have a cross-hipped or cross-gabled roof. Just as the names imply, these roofs consist of multiple sections that cross or meet at 90-degree angles.

If you notice any deterioration on your slate roof, it’s important to have it repaired right away. This will prevent any possibility of leaking and water damage, as well as accelerated deterioration of the roof, and possible structural degradation to framing members.

Did you know? The word solar is derived from the Latin, solaris, meaning sun. For centuries, the word has remain unchanged, serving to describe things having to do with the sun, produced by or coming from the sun, or reliant on the sun’s energy.

Did you know that if you have a metal roof and if it is struck by lightning, the roof would disperse the energy in a safe manner? Even though metal is an excellent conductor, it isn not flammable or combustable.

If you live in areas with regular snowfall or you have leaves constantly collecting on the roof of your home, a standing seam, smooth metal roof keeps it clean looking longer than asphalt, wood, or other textured surface roofs.

Maintain those gutters! Be sure to rinse your gutters with a hose regularly to drain excess water and debris.

Among the roof coatings available on the market, solvent-based silicone coatings offer great protection against ponding water on a roof and often don’t need a primer prior to application.

Did you know that Solatubes have less heat gain than a small, closed window? The heat gain is so insignificant that your air-conditioning and heating systems will not be affected. Since Solatube roofing eliminates the need for electrical lighting during the day, you will be saving a considerable amount of energy and money.

Q: Generally speaking, how long does a bitumen roof last? A: A bitumen roofing system can generally last for 10 to 20 years before you'll have to replace it.

I like the idea of a metal roof but am concerned about the noise during heavy wind and rain events. Studies show that the noise from metal roofs is no different than other roofing materials, and in some studies, metal roofs were quieter during rainstorms than other roofing materials.

When it comes to BUR (built-up roof) systems, the number of plies in a cross section is the number of plies on the entire roof. Thus, a four-plies designation denotes a four-ply roof membrane construction process.

Don’t shy away from choosing a metal roof even if you think you might move years down the road. A metal roof can increase the value of a home by $1.35 per sq. ft. according to The Residential Cost handbook, published in 2006 by the Metal Roofing Association.

Did you know that most experts agree that a typical roof will last between 20 and 25 years? However, there are a number of factors that come into play here, including how many layers of shingles are on the entire structure and if it is properly ventilated.

Will Solatube natural lighting fade carpets, rugs, furniture and clothing? Absolutely not. This is because although Solatube facilitates natural light, it also blocks most of the UVA rays from the sunlight which cause fading in fabrics.

Although reinforced roof coating systems can significantly extend the lifespan of your roof, they generally do not last as long as a new roof. With this roof coating type, you can expect to recoat the surface in approximately five to ten years.

In expansive sections of commercial buildings, Solatube is an excellent way to provide plenty of light without raising the costs of utilities. When installed in conjunction with a light monitoring device, the natural and artificial systems are coordinated to keep the area perfectly bright.

When you have a leaky ceiling, it’s a good bet that your roof is no longer watertight. Let us help you locate and correct the problem before the interior water damage becomes too great.

The Egyptian Pyramids used a very early form of concrete over 5000 years ago. They mixed mud and stray to form bricks and used lime to make mortar. Not until the Romans came did cement come close to what we use today.

Architect Benjamin Latrobe influenced the development of the modern day metal roof. He used sheet iron when replacing the roof of Princeton University’s Nassau Hall, which had been a victim of an extensive fire in 1802.