Can You Tell How Old a Roof Is?
Determining how old your roof is isn’t always easy. This is especially true if you aren’t the first owner of your home. Knowing the age of a roof can be helpful if problems arise and when figuring out if it is sturdy enough to keep you and your family safe and sound. We’ve listed a […]
What Should I Know About Roof Maintenance?
Your roof is an integral part of your home that protects it from weather, falling debris, and critters. You may not think about its condition until there’s damage. By then, it may be a too little too late scenario and a hefty repair bill that follows. Read about what you should know for maintaining your […]
How Do I Know if My Roof is Bad?
You may not know whether your roof is failing until you start seeing signs, and then, it may be too late to save it. Read on to learn what signs you should look for to know if your roof needs repairing. Part One: How to Perform an Interior Roof Check The fastest way to inspect […]
Long-Term Effects of Storm Damage
Salt Lake roofing contractors don’t see as much storm damage as is found in places like Colorado or Texas, but we do see storms that produce damage every couple years or so. And the result can be very costly. One Personal Example We recently had a call from a woman, a super nice lady who […]
Tips For Maintaining Your Roof During The Winter
Wintertime can wreak havoc, not just on the streets, but on our roofs as well. A particularly bad winter hit in 1993, when heavy snow blanketed the area. The resulting two feet of snow landing on roofs seriously increased the risk of collapse. It was recommended that people remove as much as they could to […]
Can I Repair My Roof in the Winter?
Homeowners may think wintertime is taboo for repairing their roof, but it’s not true if you use proper techniques and safety. The question then becomes, is it necessary to repair your roof now or can it wait? Read about challenges you may face in repairing your roof in winter. Repairing Roofs in Winter With Old […]
How to Prevent Moss Growth on Your Roof
Although we do not often see this issue in Salt Lake City, roofing experts in other parts of the world are often asked what homeowners can do to prevent or stop the growth of moss on their roofs. So today we will have a brief science lesson as we lead into the topic The Science […]
What Causes Roof Shingles to Buckle?
Well, that’s definitely NOT good! What’s going on here? This is what we call buckling. Shingle buckling is one of those awful things that can happen to a roof through no fault of anyone. It is caused as a result of the movement of the wood roofing deck or wrinkling of the underlayment. And this […]
Granular Retention: How to Make Roof Shingles Last Longer
I’m willing to bet that you didn’t even know that granular retention was a thing you want in your life, did you? Since you didn’t know, but definitely want it, let me explain so you at least know why. What is Granular Retention? Granular retention is the concept that the shingles on your roof should […]
5 Ways to Prepare Your Roof for Fall
If you find problems during your fall maintenance chores, call on the Roof Doctor to help. Our licensed professionals keep your roof in its best condition all year long.