Roche Roofing

It is estimated that 9 out of 10 homes in North America do not have proper attic ventilation. Why? Because most people are unaware that attic ventilation can impact the longevity of their entire home! In the summer, an improperly ventilated attic can cause heat to build in excess of 160°F. This superheated air eventually penetrates the ceiling insulation into the living area below. A properly ventilated attic can help reduce the load on your air conditioner by moving the superheated air out of your attic before it builds up and causes damage.

If your house is typical, its roof is covered with asphalt shingles, which may need to be replaced every 15 or 20 years. Temperature extremes and sunlight can crack, curl, and split the shingles. You can select from many materials, from wood shakes to clay tile to slate. But by far the most practical choice, accounting for nearly two-thirds of all re-roofing in the U.S., is asphalt shingles. Although homeowners may select the type of roofing, they usually leave the brand to the roofer, and that may be unwise.

A properly installed metal roof should last as long as the house, protecting you from the effects of water and wind. Metal roofing is lightweight at 50 to 150 pounds per square compared to tile at 750 pounds per square (an area equal to 100 square feet) or concrete tile at 900 pounds per square. Metal roofing reflects radiant heat from the sun and can be very energy efficient especially if your contractor installs a dead-air space between the metal and roof deck. Most metal roofing materials can be installed on lightly pitched roofs without danger of leaking.

When combined with the range of styles and finishes tile comes in, a tile roof not only adds to the beauty of a structure, it can also add to its value, making it more attractive to a buyer and more profitable to the seller. Type of Work We Do: All aspects of Re-Roofs / New Roofs, Metal Roofs, Tile Roofs, Shingle Roofs, Chimney Repairs & Pointing, Roof Inspections and Reports, Fascia, Soffits & guttering, Asphalt Roofs, Roof Coating, Pressure Cleaning and Restoration, Maintenance and Solar Panel Roofs.