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A Brief History of Roof Coating & Why It’s Important for Your Commercial Roof
You might remember the periodic table of elements from high school chemistry class. For most people, this might not be at the forefront of our thoughts throughout the day—unless you happen to be working in the field—although on any given day, or any given minute, or any second for that matter, we are interacting and
The Glowing History and Tradition Behind Christmas Roof Lights
…and then there were lights. Christmas lights. It’s a definitive aspect of an American Christmas tradition that goes back to our early history. Many roofs will be decked with glittering LEDs this year. Every December, hundreds of thousands of slanted roofs, straight roofs, slate roofs, shingled roofs, windows, and sidings light up as the nation’s
Pros and Cons of Different Roofing Materials: Asphalt, Metal, and Slate
Your roof is a big part of your home and your home’s value. Here at Roof Toppers, we spend a lot of time up there—on people’s roofs that is— and have seen just how much roofing issues can cost a homeowner, both in headaches and cash. The great news is that today’s roofing industry has
Fighting Off Leaks: Common Causes of Residential and Commercial Roof Leaks
When it comes to roof repair, those are two words no business owner or homeowner wants to hear spoken in the same sentence. Oh no. It might mean any number of things. It might be an indication of a much bigger problem that has been neglected or missed. It might mean a need for a
How Roof Coatings Benefit Home and Business Owners
A good roof is one that gives you no trouble. It is one that keeps to itself, does not cause a ruckus, and protects you from the rain, sleet, and snow. A good roof is one you don’t have to worry about when the weather gets bad and you trust to get the job done.
The Age of Metal: The Resurgence of Metal Roofs
The use of metal on roofs goes back hundreds of years. It was commonly seen on barns, commercial buildings, or storage sheds. It seemed like a far-removed concept, not so much in the realm of a residential building or your white picket fenced American Dream home. Yet, in recent years, metal has become a favored
