Proper maintenance involves conducting bi-annual cleanings/inspections. These inspections/gutter cleanings are performed before and after every winter. It is also advisable to perform additional roof inspections after periods of severe weather. Before any roof maintenance program is begun it is necessary to verify that the attic is properly ventilated. Such an oversight can only lead to unnecessarily premature damage to you roofing system. This inspection should always be performed by a licensed professional roofing contractor that is experienced with your roofing material of choice.
70% of new homes that are built today use some type of asphalt shingle. Cost can be a major factor in choosing what roofing material to use. With asphalt shingles being the least expensive and with the ever expanding selection of colors, textures, and durability it is no wonder why asphalt shingles have become the most popular roofing material in america today. Asphalt Shingle Roofs have come along way since the three-tab shingle. Manufacturers today offer a broad array of asphalt shingles in various shapes, colors and styles.
The practical purpose of any roof is to protect the interior, the contents and the occupants of a building from rain, snow, heat, and cold. In addition to these practical considerations, the roof should add to the appearance and character of the building, and the passing of time should only enhance its beauty and add to its intrinsic value. Slate gives the owner and roofer a much broader artistic palette than other roofing materials. As you will see in this section over the years many distinct styles of slate roofs have been developed.
Ceramic Tile, although not as popular as other roofing materials here in the North East is a quality roofing material that has many choices that complement the architecture of our region. Although expensive and logistically challenging to install Ceramic Tile offers a vast range of colors and styles that look beautiful with any architectural style. Triple M Contracting has years of experience installing these roofs and working with such suppliers as Ludowici to ensure a perfect match when performing repairs.
Slate is arguably the crown jewel of roofing materials. The durability, longevity, and wide array of colors and styles of installation make a slate roof a great choice for protecting your home with an investment that will function for generations to come. Slate is a traditional and time tested roofing material dating back over a millennium. Slates are stone and therefore are as permanent as any stone. For this reason, slate roofs commonly last well over 100 years with minimal maintenance. The Saxon Chapel at Stratford-on-Avon, Wiltshire, England was built in the 8th century and is still in good condition today.
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