Roofing FAQs

Of course, and we can provide those based upon your situation (location and system you are considering). We would also recommend homeowners consider speaking with suppliers, manufacturer representatives, and look at the Roofing Insights directory when considering the company you hire for your new roofing system. Lastly, check out our reviews page where we list Google and Facebook reviews, or even visit our page on the Better Business Bureau.

While this answer is going to vary based upon your location and even the surroundings of your property, we see this as a significant area of confusion for homeowners. We would note that while many shingles are advertised as 50 year or lifetime shingles, we do not believe that to be a realistic claim (and in fact that is only a defect warranty). A high grade architectural shingle should last 25 to 30 plus years. A synthetic or metal roofing system should live up to that 50 year plus lifetime that many homeowners are hearing of these days. The limiting factor for most roofing systems is not the shingles, but it is the support materials (nails, boots, flashing, and underlayment) and the installation quality.

Licensing should be the bare minimum to even offer services (in fact legally, it is). As we grow to new service areas, proper licensing and insurance is required prior to seeking our first client.

The ideal time is during a time of minimal precipitation and temperatures above 45 degrees with consistent sun exposure. Outside of these conditions, precautions can be made to ensure a proper installation. Some materials are less responsive in lower temperatures and will require custom installation processes to be performed. Unfortunately, that often results in additional materials and a slower process which translates to a more expensive installation.

This varies greatly. Many homes are one day and we are gone before dinner time. In other situations it may be multiple days due to the size and characteristics of the home. We can give you a more accurate idea when we see the details of your installation.

This answer is again, both a yes and a no. While new shingles are not likely to make a huge impact in what you see in your utility bill, addressing ventilation needs with your new roofing system could be a significant change. Survey’s show that 3 in 4 homes are not properly ventilated. We insist on proper ventilation to ensure manufacturer warranties are valid and shingle life is extended. The final benefit of proper ventilation is utility savings, often reporting savings of 8 to 20 percent.