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Roof Fall Protection: How to Stay Safe While on Your Roof

March 19, 2021

Pulled muscles, puncture wounds, broken bones, and traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries are surprisingly common injuries when people fall off the roof of their home. In fact, roofers have the 4th most dangerous job in the United States. Before you even think about climbing up that ladder and putting a foot on top of your house, please consider whether or not it’s worth the risk. We 100% recommend you call a professional roofer to do any inspection or work ...Read more >

How to Prepare for Roof Repair or Replacement with Solar Panels

March 4, 2021

The average life expectancy of photovoltaic solar panels is around 30 to 35 years. The problem? Roofs today last somewhere between 20 to 25 years. This means that your roof might run out of life before your solar panels do, and will likely require repair or replacement while your solar panels are still in prime condition. Whether you need to repair or replace your roof, your solar panels need to be removed first. This isn’t a job that can be ...Read more >

It’s Time for a Roof Repair, but What About Your Solar Panels?

March 4, 2021

It’s not anyone’s favorite thing, but sometimes roofs need to be repaired. You might be seeing the following signs that your roof needs mending: Buckling shingles Ceiling leaks and water spots Curling shingles Roof rot Missing shingles and granules Blistered shingles Damaged flashing But what if you power your home with solar energy? How does that impact the repair of your roof? Here’s what you need to know about roof repair when your home is equipped with solar panels. Preparing ...Read more >

How to Install Roof Shingles: A Step-by-Step Guide

February 22, 2021

No matter how much you stay on top of routine roof maintenance and repairs, you’ll eventually need a new roof. Though it’s highly recommended to leave installing new roofing materials to an experienced roofing contractor, knowing how to install roof shingles can help you better maintain and preserve your roof. The process is time-consuming and can be tricky if you’ve never worked on your roof before. This guide will give you a bit of insight into how to lay shingles ...Read more >

Different Types of Roofs & How To Choose The Best One for You

February 16, 2021

As a homeowner, there are many things you do to increase the value and safety of your home. You might install a sprinkler system, remodel your kitchen, or add a home security system. But above all else, the roof is one of the biggest home improvement costs you’ll ever invest in. Ideally, you want to choose a roof that’s suited for your climate, home design, and budget. So which type of roof is best for your home? Check out our ...Read more >

Everything You Need to Know about Roof Repair with Solar Panels

February 11, 2021

In early 2019, the U.S. surpassed the installation of two million solar panel system installations. While this alone may seem like an impressive feat, it’s even more impressive when you consider that this happened only 3 years after reaching 1 million solar panel installations. Here’s why that’s so noteworthy: It took forty years to install the first million. And only 3 years for the second million. What’s more, it’s estimated that by 2023, the total number of installed solar panel ...Read more >

How Solar Panels Preserve Your Roof and Maximize Your ROI Goals

February 11, 2021

The clean energy economy is booming—and with good reason. A solar panel array is a clean energy form that can pay for itself in 3 to 3.5 years, with all kinds of tax benefits and refunds to make it that much more appealing to homeowners to consider installing solar panels. It’s no wonder that 2 million homeowners have already chosen solar panels to power their homes, with another 2 million expected by 2024. But there’s no denying that solar panels ...Read more >

What is the Cost of Roof Replacement with Solar Panels?

February 11, 2021

We rely on our roofs to do a lot. They have to keep our homes and our families dry and warm, stand up to harsh weather like intense sun, icy winters, hail, and strong winds, and enhance the look of your home. And if you power your home using solar panels? Your roof also has to absorb enough energy to keep your house up and running. Typically, a roof with asphalt shingles will last about 20 years— maybe 25, at ...Read more >

How to Prepare for Roof Repairs with Solar Panels

February 11, 2021

The solar industry across the nation has seen majorly impressive growth over the past decade. Perhaps one of the reasons that this is the case? The cost of solar-powered energy systems has declined by almost 70 percent. With more homeowners experiencing all the perks and benefits of solar panels for several years now, that means that more homeowners are also encountering an important question for the first time ever: What needs to happen when my roof needs repairs if I ...Read more >

How Roof Repair and Restoration Triples Your Solar Panel ROI

February 11, 2021

Solar energy makes great financial sense. There are all kinds of tax credits and other financial incentives you can enjoy when you install these panels, and in many cases, homeowners can recoup their investment in just 3 years through the energy savings they accrue. But is there anything else that can be done to improve your investment? A newly repaired, renovated roof can actually improve your return on investment. Here’s how: Improve Your Energy Efficiency Making repairs and renovating your ...Read more >