If you’re like me, you live the great state of Texas, which means you see any and all types of weather. In the past few months, we’ve seen an unprecedented ice/snow storm, thunderstorms that have produced large hail, strong winds, a few tornado sightings, and of course the beautiful 75 degree afternoon we all long…
Getting a professional roof inspection should be something you do every year. It’s important to make sure there’s no hidden damage on the most important part of your home. Here’s what you should expect from an expert roof inspection: Attic Inspection Your trusted, licensed contractor should check for proper insulation, ventilation, and assess…
So, you think you have roof damage. What’re the next steps? Should you call your insurance company to file a claim right away? Or should you call your preferred contractor for an inspection first?how roof claims affect homeowners insurance how roof claims affect homeowners insurance Always get a free roof inspection first! A…
When picking out your roof for the first time or replacing it, it’s important to look at the pros and cons to different roof types. Let’s look at 7 of the most common types of roofs’ advantages and disadvantages. Basic Considerations Before we look at different roof types, it’s important to consider geographic…
If you are in the process of replacing your roof or filing a roofing claim, you almost definitely have heard your contractor mention the term “square.” This begs the question, “what are they talking about?” Most of our clients ask, are roofing squares and my home’s square footage the same? The answer is:…
Crazy for the Craze! In recent years it has become more and more popular to do DIY projects. Let me just say, I love this! I love DIY projects because there are few things that give you the sense of accomplishment that you get when you finish a project. There are some amazing sites…
So Christmas has come and passed. The winter blues are now in full force, but we do have the new year to look forward to! A time to set some goals on what 2021 will bring and a time to try and work off any extra winter weight hanging on from the holiday season.…
1. They Offer To Pay Your Deductible As of September 1st, 2019, Texas passed a new law (House Bill 2102) that requires policyholders to pay their insurance deductible. In the past, contractors have offered “free roofs” by waiving their customer’s deductible, thus duping them into committing insurance fraud. This new law not only affects…
Sometimes, you can see if your home has hail damage without going on top of your roof. Insurance adjusters and contractors regularly look for these things when assessing your home for hail damage. Here’s how: 1. Gutters & Downspouts Your gutters and downspouts are made of thin aluminum metal and will dent…
The vast majority of homeowners don’t know when to replace their roof. Every few years or after a storm, you may go outside and check out the roof from the ground. No holes = perfect, right? Wrong. Most roof damage is very difficult to see, but can be equally as detrimental as a…