Robert Newell Roofing

The dense nature of the slate rock acts as a great insulator, helping to maintain the temperature stability of your building and home. In the end, this is a huge benefit, as it translates to lower net energy costs.

Flat roofs are becoming more and more common these days, and for good reason: they are easy to access and therefore easier to perform maintenance on. These roofs are also attractive and, according to most roofers, easier to construct and repair.

Clay tiles are among the oldest roofing materials ever devised. Care to guess how long they've been in use? If you guessed 12,000 years or so, you're right. Clay is abundant, reliable and easy to work with.

If you live in an area subject to strong winds, metal roofing is a good solution. Interlocking shingles resist heavy wind, rain, hail and snow to provide the optimal protection in regions subject to highly variable weather conditions.

A home that's equipped with a Solatube tubular skylight is certainly something that's had value added to it. As such, when the time comes to sell, the owner can reasonably expect this feature to make a positive impact on the selling price of his or her property.

Metal roofs are considered some of the most fire-resistant roofs available on the marketplace. When put over a non-combustible material, metal roofs provide superior protection against fire.

One of the best ways to avoid major roofing repairs is to acknowledge minor ones first, taking care of things like hammering loose nails back in place and applying recaulking in thin areas. Also, stay alert to the signs that your roof is in need of repair, including dark areas or water stains on an inner ceiling.

Should you always attempt to repair a problem with your roof instead of paying for a replacement? Roofing experts say that depends on the severity of the problem and if you think you might sell the house at some point in the near future. An inspection before the sale will reveal the roof issues, which will either force you to lower the price or simply scare off most potential buyers.

A roof that is energy-efficient can make a difference in your utility bills. Metal roofs have the ability to reflect the sun, meaning that your attic temperatures are lower. This means the HVAC system in your home doesn’t have to work as hard to cool the house.

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.

If you are looking to get the most out of your money when you need a roof, you may want to consider a metal roof. The cost for a metal roof may be more than another type of roof, but they last anywhere from 3-7 times longer.

With concrete tiles, storms with hail of 2 inches or less usually only damage about 10% of the tiles which may need to be replaced. This is a much lower replacement rate when compared to a typical roof material.

The Solatube roofing system offers many cool and interesting add-ons that allow you to customize your roofing system. The Light Add-On Kit provides nighttime lighting, while the Ventilation Add-On Kit allows you to disperse trapped humidity as you see fit.