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Roof of The Week
State Roofing installed GAF Timberline HD Lifetime (50 yr. ltd) Shingles in Weathered Wood. Materials included were High Profile GAF Z-Ridge Ridge Cap, GAF Prostart Starter course, Storm Guard, and GAF Feltbuster felt. **GAF Silver Pledge Workmanship Warranty**
Need A Roof Repair? Top 7 Things To Look For:
Need Roof Repair?
Don’t wait until you see a leak to call State Roofing. Regular maintenance helps prolong the life of your roof. It also stops small problems before they become BIG!
Look out for these 7 signs that you need roof repair:
- Curled, Cracked, or Missing Shingles: Take a close look at the shingles, if the shingles are curling at the ends or if they’re cracked, they are nearing the end of their lifespan. If there are missing shingles, that’s a big sign you need some roof repairs.
- Shingle Granules in the Gutter: If you see something that looks like black sand in your gutters, this is a sign that your shingles are wearing. It’s possible you will need a new roof, however, repairs may buy you some time.
- Look for Wear and Tear Around Roof Objects: Areas around the chimney, vent pipes and other objects on your roof are subject to wear first. Take a careful look at these areas. If you see signs of wear, it’s possible minor roof repairs will fix the situation. Get these areas looked at by State Roofing ASAP to avoid leaks.
- Check the Attic: If you don’t go in your attic on a regularly, you need to start. There could be leaking that hasn’t made its way to your ceiling. If you do see some water, it’s possible you need repairs. Also look for light peeking through. If light can come through, water can as well.
- Sagging Rafters: While you are in your attic, take a look at the rafters. If they are sagging that could be a sign of moisture leaking into the attic from the roof.
- Ceiling and Wall Stains: Leaks aren’t always big, and you may not notice a small stain. Take a few minutes now and then to inspect the ceiling and walls for stains. Have your roof checked by State Roofing at the sign of any stains.
- Blistering and Peeling Paint: A poorly ventilated roof allows moisture and humidity buildup near the roofline. If you see peeling paint near the roofline, call State Roofing.
- Call State Roofing Company: Now you know how to determine if you need roof repair. Routine maintenance helps avoid the need for an expensive premature roof replacement. But if you need a new roof, don’t put it off. It could cost you more than a roof if you wait too long!
Choosing a Roofing Contractor
Choosing the right roofing contractor can be a daunting task. Many times, a homeowner is in need of a roofing contractor because they have unexpectedly been struck by a sudden hail or windstorm that has left their roof severely damaged. Selecting a roofing contractor becomes even more challenging because it was so unexpected, and many homeowners only replace a roof once every 15-20 years, something they are not very familiar with. Not to mention when severe weather hits, roofing contractors from all over the country converge to the affected area, adding to the chaos and confusion for homeowners. Homeowners need to be vigilant in these times when making a roofer selection. A few helpful tips can help smooth over the process. First and foremost, never pay a contractor in advance for work that has yet to be done. Not a penny. Not even if the contractor claims to need the money to purchase materials. Any reputable roofing contract will have a line of credit at a local roofing material supplier and will be able to complete the job without any up front payment. Second, be wary of door to door roofing contractors. If a roofer has enough time to interrupt your day and knock on your door, there is usually a reason they are out begging for work. Third, you will want to select a contractor that has an actual business in your area. Too many times a roofer will have a local “office” and/or phone number listed in their literature, but it is simply a PO Box they rented as soon as the storm hit, and a burner phone they picked up on their way into town. By taking these simple factors into consideration you will be far more successful when it comes to selecting a roofing contractor that will be around, after the storm traffic has cleared, to honor their workmanship and warranties.
GAF Master Elite Contractor
A way we stand out from the competition is that State Roofing Company proudly installs GAF roof systems that come backed by manufacturer warranties. This means that not only are we installing GAF field shingles in their Timberline product line of Limited Lifetime shingles, but we also use GAF accessory products and install them to the highest manufacturer specifications. Accessory products we use include underlayments GAF Feltbuster or Shingle-Mate, the leak barrier GAF Stormguard, the starter course GAF Pro-Start, hip and ridge shingles GAF Z-Ridge or TimberTex, and ridge vents out of the GAF Cobra line. All these products are hand nailed at 6 nails per shingle to ensure the highest quality roof system for our customers. With these roof systems come a selection of manufacturer backed warranties that best fit a homeowner. We can offer a System Plus, Silver Pledge, or Golden Pledge manufacturer backed warranty that all offer varying lengths of coverage. All of these are available due to are status as a GAF Master Elite roofing contractor.
Roof of the Week
State Roofing installed GAF Timberline HD Lifetime (50 yr. ltd) Shingles in Mission Brown. Materials included were High Profile Timbertex Ridge Cap, GAF Prostart Starter Course, Storm Guard, and GAF Feltbuster. *GAF Golden Pledge Workmanship Warranty*
