Is Your Roof Ready? Strong summer storms are a way of life in Maryland and residents will too often blow off the news of bad weather, leaving them to panic when they realize the impact might be greater than originally predicted. That’s why it’s best to start preparing your home now, as hurricane season is in full swing. Follow these helpful tips to ensure you, and your roof, are able to weather any storm. 1) Secure doors and windows. If any debris is flying through the air and it breaks a window, it can suddenly increase the pressure inside your
Read more! →One of the most obvious yet most commonly overlooked parts of your home is the roof. It is seen by everyone who passes by your home and the look of your roof goes a long way in boosting the curb appeal of your home! When it comes to remembering to take care of your roof, there are two really important things to remember. Inspect Your Roof Regularly This means more than just standing by the curb and looking at your roof though that is a good place to start looking for obvious signs of issues. Getting on a ladder and
Read more! →Protecting Your Roof from Sun Damage Now that it’s summer, get ready to feel the heat! However, not many people know that the hot sun can cause a lot of damage to your existing roof. In order to keep your home protected, here are some tips on how to take care of your roof during the warm summer months. Make sure to check and clean all gutters and downspouts so that water can flow through without blockage. If you have a skylight, don’t forget to check for clutter behind it. Check your roof for cracking shingles, or shingles that are
Read more! →Spring Roof Tips – It’s time to do a spring visual from the ground up. Look up for roof problems: lifting or missing shingles damage drip edge buckling loose or missing flashing missing or exposed fasteners sagging or broken gutters if you see any of these it’s time to call the roof guy today! Another Spring Roof Tip – Clean your gutters! During the month of April when showers are likely, it’s important to clean out any winter debris that may have built up – leaves, sticks and branches. When gutters fill with debris – this can cause clogs and result
Read more! →There are a lot of myths about replacing your roofing during the winter – and they are just not true…. Continue reading as The Roof Guy dispels some of these myths. You can’t replace a roof in the winter. Because it’s winter you might think we closed up shop and head somewhere warm and tropical. FALSE – we continue to replace roofs throughout the winter. If we have to push snow off of the roof before starting, then we do that. We may have to dress a bit warmer and have a few more safety precautions in place, but we get it done. And
Read more! →PREPARING YOUR ROOF FOR WINTER Preparing your roof for the fall and winter can go a long way when it comes time for nasty weather. It’s not hard to get your home ready for the winter months, it just requires a bit of planning! The Roof Guy wants you to be sure your roof is ready for the cold months ahead that can take a toll on your roof. Protect your greatest investment – you’re home. MAKE SURE YOUR GUTTERS ARE CLEAN Gutters have only one job – to move water off the roof and away from the house.
Read more! →GETTING A NEW ROOF DURING COVID-19 DON’T DELAY! Can you get a new roof during the COVID-19 pandemic? Although it depends on where you live and the coronavirus restrictions vary by state and in our case by the county and city level, the answer is yes, in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County. The restrictions from COVID-19 have closed some industries and changed the way others operate. Roofing falls within the construction category and therefore is considered an essential business in Maryland. Roofs are critical to keeping residential homes weather-tight and safe. Over the last few months, to best serve our customers, The
Read more! →Our thoughts are with you during this difficult and unprecedented time. As COVID-19 impacts our local communities, the health, safety, and well-being of our customers and employees remain our daily focus. We are continuously updating our best practices and adopting new guidance from appropriate governmental and health agencies and officials. We want you to know that The Roof Guy remains open for business. If you noticed more leaks since you have been home, it’s important to address any roof issues you have as soon as you can. Leaving any damage unattended can cause more problems later. Safety Measures We
Read more! →Spring home projects, including repairing any damage that may have occurred over the winter. One of the most important parts of your house to check on after winter is your roof. To make sure your roof is ready for spring showers, follow this quick checklist: Inspect for Damage Winter weather can cause a variety of damage to your roof, so you need to be sure all the components are in good condition and ready for wet, spring weather. Look for any of the following: Missing, ripped or torn shingles A large amount of granules in the gutters Gutters that are
Read more! →How to Avoid Critter Damage To Your Roof Have you seen squirrels, raccoon, birds, or other critters hanging out on your roof? Roof damage from animals is a common occurrence. While you can take steps to protect your roof from the elements, it is imperative that you protect it from pests as well. But, how do you know if critters are damaging your roof? There may even be damage from the inside that you are unaware of caused by bats, mice, opossums, or insects. You must remain vigilant all year and keep an eye out for specific signs. That way,
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