6 Major Causes of Leaking Skylights
While skylights bring light and warmth into your living space, they also have a dark underbelly – leaks. If you have a skylight, look out for tell-tale signs of leaks, such as water stains and discoloration on the ceiling, pooling water (especially after rainfall), swollen or textured areas on the ceiling, peeling paint, rotting wooden […]
7 Expert Tips to Extend Your Asphalt Shingle Roof’s Lifespan
Moisture is a constant when you’re living in Washington, and traditional asphalt shingle roofs tend to take a beating year-round. But with proper care, you can make them last 20 to 30 years – and sometimes even longer! But first, what are asphalt shingles? They’re one of the most popular roofing materials in the US, […]
7 Best Residential Low-Maintenance Roofs
Does your roof really need replacement every 10-12 years? For traditional asphalt shingles – yes. But today, there are a variety of roofing materials built using modern technology and research that can protect your home for up to 70 years – or even more! It would come as no surprise to you that your roof […]
What is Roof Ventilation and Why Your Home Needs It
A good roof ventilation system allows your house to ‘breathe’ through openings (vents) placed along the roof that allow hot, humid air to escape and cool, dry air to enter. This creates a constant airflow through the attic that regulates temperature and humidity levels, protecting your home from mold, water damage, and high energy bills. […]
Annual Roof Maintenance Costs in Washington
Regular roof maintenance is important to prevent your roof from aging prematurely, especially in the Pacific Northwest’s climate. The constant rain and humidity make roofs in the area easy targets for mold and water damage. Standard roof maintenance in Washington costs an average of $329 annually while a full roof replacement can cost up to […]
10 Warning Signs Your Roof Replacement Is Going Wrong
Your roof’s supposed to protect your home, not create more problems. But what if your new roof is already showing signs of trouble? Poor installation is more common than you realize, turning what should be a decades-long investment into structural damage and financial drain. And in a wet climate like Seattle’s, small issues can quickly […]
5 Critical Signs You Need a New Roof
As a homeowner in Seattle and the Greater Puget Sound area, you need to pay attention to what your roof is trying to say otherwise you might have to face costly repairs, structural damage, and even health hazards like mold. In Washington, where annual rainfall can average 37 inches in the Greater Puget Sound area, […]
Roof Replacement: How To Spot A Bad Roof
Imagine a cold, rainy morning. You’re settling into the comfort and shelter of your beautiful home during a heavy downpour, probably with a cup of warm coffee in hand and loved ones around – feeling an overall sense of peace. Everything is perfect except that you have a feeling about that leak in your […]
How Skylights Help Cut Energy Costs
It’s no secret that skylights can help reduce energy costs in the winter and summer months. But what might be surprising to some is just how much of a difference they can make. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at how skylights work and why they are such an important part of any […]