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The Top of Your Home: A Roofing Blog

The top of your home is arguably one of the most important parts. If it is leaking, it can damage the rest of the house. If it is absorbing too much heat, it causes you to spend extra money on cooling. If it needs replacing and you are trying to sell your home, it can lower the price. However, when there are gardens to tend, lawns to mow, siding to paint, interiors to decorate and so much more to do, your roof can get lost in the shuffle. This blog hopes to draw some much needed attention to the top of your home. Check out these posts to learn more.

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2017

An Overview of Strata Roofing Services
In properties operating under a strata scheme, repair and maintenance of common areas is always an on-going necessity. Common areas need to remain in good condition, and any damages that go uncorrected can quickly escalate to damages in multiple areas. The concern is even greater with roofing systems. Strata roofing needs to be designed and maintained in high quality over the long run. In addition, property owners often have high expectations of quality work for their roofing needs.

Maintaining Your Gutter: 3 Things to Look Out For
During the tropical storm season, a large amount of rain can fall on parts of Australia in a very short period. The quantity of rainwater can quickly overwhelm a roof gutter which is in need of repair, leading to flooding and damage to the roof or the gutter. Below is a guide to 3 things you should look out for when inspecting the guttering on your roof. Signs of corrosion

Roofing Maintenance: Understanding Your Roof Flashing Material Options
Flashing is an essential material which is applied to structural intersections and joints in roofing. This element is designed to prevent the seepage of water and general leakage in areas of the roof prone to water ingress. For instance, flashing is indispensable around the vents, dormers, chimneys, skylights and vents. If you are planning on installing flashing on your roof as part of maintenance, it is critical for you to select the right product for optimal performance and durability.

What to Take Into Account Before Choosing a Roofer to Fix Your Leaky Roof
No matter how small they are, roof leaks have the potential to cause serious damage in your roof and house if left unattended. For this reason, roof leaks require immediate urgent repair attention. But locating the source of a leak in your roof can be a difficult job. That is why it is always a good idea that you seek a professional roofer's help immediately upon noticing that your roof is drip-dropping when it rains.

Deliberate On These Crucial Factors to Ensure Your House Re-Roofing Project Is a Successful One
A re-roofing job is often required when a roof has reached the end of its expected lifespan, or for roofs that are so deteriorated that repairing them would be impractical and financially unwise. Choosing a new roof is something that calls for careful deliberation because roof structures are the building occupants' first line of protection against the elements. Roof installations also serve to protect possessions in the interiors of a building from weather damage.

Common Causes of Residential Roof Leaks
As a homeowner, you never want to put off needed roof repairs, and especially if the roof is already leaking. Water leaks can lead to mould build-up, as well as damage to the home's wood framework and many other parts of its structure. Finding the source of water leaks to fix them properly can be a challenge, which is why roofing repairs are usually best left to a professional. However, if you do want to tackle this job on your own, or want to get an idea as to the extent of the damage to the home's roof, note some common causes of roof leaks so you know where to start looking.

Late Night Noise? How to Possum Proof Your Roof
Mysterious, somewhat unsettling sounds in your home late at night might immediately make you think of ghosts. Of course, you will quickly dismiss the idea of any type of supernatural source and realise that it's probably one of the numerous, unique types of animals that you share the country with. Loud noises emanating from your roof (and perhaps from your ceiling cavity) point to the possibility that possums might have made themselves at home in your home.

Ways Your Roofer Can Upgrade Your Guttering for Curb Appeal and Drainage
When people think about guttering for their home, they generally just think of rainwater drainage. There isn't much thought many homeowners give to guttering beyond that basic idea. However, if you go with a traditional gutter system, you may end up with other issues that can cause problems with your roofing such as stuck debris causing roof rot and weighing down the mounting brackets of the gutter system. These issues can be costly, but they can be avoided with the right guttering upgrades.

Separating the Fact From the Fiction About Roof Trusses
Roof trusses are large beams that work to hold up the weight of a building, so the roof doesn't need standard joists and studs. These beams are often left exposed because of their rugged, natural look, and they're a favourite in lakefront or mountain properties or for when you want to have an open floor plan with a vaulted ceiling. If you're thinking of having a new home built, note a few common misconceptions about timber roof trusses so you can separate the fact from the fiction about this material, and ensure you make the best decision for your home's design.

Did You Know that Your Timber Roof Trusses Require Lots of Protection?
When building your home, you want to use the best materials in each section. This is elemental for ensuring that your house has the highest possible value, and that the materials will be in place for the longest possible period. Timber is among the few materials that you can rely on for all these characteristics when you are setting up your truss. It is readily available, eco-friendly, cost effective and appealing in terms of looks.