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21 Dec Understanding Thermal Movement

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21 Dec Ice Dams

December 21 2020 Case Study Residential

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09 Dec Rubber (EPDM) Roof Repair

December 09 2020 Case Study Commercial

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09 Dec Hail Damage to Roof Systems

December 09 2020 Residential

Hail Damage to Roof Systems Hail storms can cause significant damage to all types of roofing systems, including asphalt shingles. Hail damage to roofs can be identified by discovering distress marks on the surface of the roof. In the case of asphalt shingles, the fiberglass mat...

09 Nov Algae Roof Stains

November 09 2020 Case Study Residential

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09 Nov Metal Patio Roof – Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

November 09 2020 Case Study Residential

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09 Nov Shingle Installation Methods: Hand Nailing vs. Nail Gun

November 09 2020 Residential Resources

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Roof Coatings: The Ultimate Roofing Solution?

Roof Coatings: The Ultimate Roofing Solution? There are a lot of misconceptions when it comes to roof coatings. Some people think that roof coatings are a layer of paint to make your roof look new, others think it’s a temporary…

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Roof Flashing: different types, how to install them, and when you should replace them

If we look at a pie chart of our monthly service requests in Louisville Ky, leaks at roof flashings are the biggest piece of the pie. A poorly installed flashing repair compromises the integrity of the roof. At Deer Park…

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10 Components of a Successful Gutter System

Gutters and Downspouts are designed to drain rainwater away from your home or building without causing damage to your foundation, basement, landscaping, or other building materials. An effective gutter and downspout system includes a number of different accessories, including splash…

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Roof Replacement Considerations

5 Things to Consider When Replacing the Roof on Your Home Advancements in the residential roofing market have made replacing a roof a once-in-a-lifetime event for many homeowners. Purchasing a new roof is one of the most important home improvements…

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Case Study Commercial Residential

Understanding Thermal Movement

Understanding thermal movement in residential metal roof systems is key to long-term performance Roofing contractors often are amazed at the time-tested craftsmanship of sheet-metal systems that are removed from historical structures. It’s not uncommon for some of these systems to…

Matt Miller

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Case Study Residential

Ice Dams

Several factors contributed to problem roofing area in the photo below. Even though the shingles were in good condition and installed properly, leaks were occurring in the winter months due to ice dams. To remedy the situation, the homeowner installed…

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