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Metal Roofing Options: Aluminum Roofs

If you are planning to replace your roof in the near future, consider investing in metal roofing. Commonly used for commercial and residential structures, metal roofing options including copper, steel...

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Commercial Roofing: Why Slate is a Great Roofing Option

Does your new or existing commercial building need a unique architectural element to set it apart? Are you concerned about roof maintenance, repair, and eventual replacement costs?  Installing a slate...

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Slate Roofing Material Options: Composite vs. Original Slates

When home or business owners are searching for the most aesthetically pleasing roof, slate roofing is often at the top of the list. When it comes to slate roofing, you have two distinct choices, both...

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Metal Roof Maintenance: Preventing Corrosion

Metal roofing is well-known for its durability, but another of its advantages is that it is relatively easy to maintain. Metal Roofing Maintenance – Preventing Corrosion Your primary task in metal roof...

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Commercial Roofing Materials Options: EPDM Roofing

Today’s commercial buildings vary in style and size, but they all have one thing in common: they all need a durable, easy-to-maintain, and cost-effective commercial roofing system. Whether for the...

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Introduction to Residential Metal Roofing

The next time you need a new roof installed, ask your roofing contractor about metal roofing. Metal roofing carries a wide variety of benefits over conventional roofing materials such as asphalt, slate...

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Hiring a Metal Roofing Contractor

Growing Popularity of Metal Roofing Metal roofing is a versatile roofing material that is durable, attractive and long-lasting. The average lifespan of a copper, aluminum, or steel is between 20 and 50...

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Copper Gutters: A Marriage of Beauty and Function

Rain gutters perform an essential function, protecting your roof and the exterior of your home from rain and moisture while providing effective drainage. While most gutters are made of aluminum, the...

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6 Reasons Why You Should Upgrade to Composite Slate Roofing

If you’re shopping for roofing replacement material, you may want to consider upgrading the look of your home with a composite slate roof. Authentic slate shingles have been used for centuries around...

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Deciding on Metal Roofing

Metal roofing has long been thought of as mainly for use on commercial and industrial structures, however, many Connecticut and New Jersey homeowners in the market for a new roof are considering metal...

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Installing Spanish Tile Roofing? Here’s What You Should Know

Spanish tile roofing is one of the most popular choices among homeowners when it is time for roof replacement. The wavy tile is available in a variety of colors and lends a multidimensional look to...

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Slate Roofing Repairs, A Cost-Effective Alternative to Replacement

Dubbed “100 year roofs” for their durability, slate roofs actually have service lives of 60 to 200 years.  Chosen for their aesthetically pleasing details as an Eco-friendly roofing material, among...

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5 Top Standing Seam Metal Roofing Installation Myths Busted

Standing seam metal roofing is gaining a foothold in the residential roofing world as a growing number of homeowners embrace the many benefits of this eco-friendly, energy-saving alternative. However,...

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Natural Slate Roofing: 5 Installation Considerations

Natural slate is a high-end roofing material that offers an upscale look and enhances a variety of architectural styles. And while all slate options are fireproof, water repellent and especially...

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Fall is the Best Time to Replace a Leaky Roof

When is the best time of the year to replace your roof? Well, while new roof can be installed at any time of the year, fall is truly the best time to replace a leaky roof. This is not a decision you...

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Slate Roofing Installation FAQs

Spring is here, and with it comes the opportunity to perform upkeep on your home. After long winters, many homeowners find that in addition to general maintenance, time and the elements have taken...

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Selecting a Metal Roof Material

If the thought of a metal roof conjures up images of industrial facilities and aging barns, it’s time to adjust your thinking. Metal roofs are becoming increasingly popular among home and business...

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Composite Slate vs. Asphalt Shingles: Cost Comparison

When it is time to replace your roof due to aging or weather damage, many homeowners lean toward asphalt shingles due to their affordability. Did you know, however, that composite slate is a...

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5 Metal Roofing Installation Mistakes Your Roofer Must Avoid

There is no denying that metal roofing has become a popular option home and business owners opt for these days. Durability, energy efficiency and fire resistance are just a few of the reasons that more...

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What Is the Cost of a New Metal Roof?

Metal roofs have been making major inroads in the residential market in recent years, and for good reason. They are extremely durable, resisting weather and corrosion better than any other material on...

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