You know your roof is important; that's obvious. What's not always so obvious is what you need to do to keep your roof in tip-top shape. Like most things in life, homeownership doesn't exactly come with a user manual, and learning lessons the hard way can be costly. A routine roof inspection will help to preserve your roof by enabling a technician to identify and fix any issues before they become major.
With monsoon season right around the corner, you may be wondering if you've done enough to protect your Las Vegas home during harsh weather conditions. Many homeowners may be wondering whether lightning rods are necessary for their homes.
Las Vegas is one of the sunniest cities in the country. While this causes temperatures to rise, it also proves to be a valuable resource for locals. For at least 300 days of the year, homeowners can harvest the energy of the sun and use it to power their homes in a way that's much cleaner and more efficient than virtually any other option. So, why aren't more people using solar energy?
Vegetative roofing is increasing in popularity because of its many advantages. This type of roof can be used on homes, apartment buildings, office buildings, and more, and can provide aesthetic, economic and other practical benefits. Here is a closer look at these benefits and why this is becoming one of the most popular green roofing options
You may have noticed, you may have heard, and you should soon see the proof: the trend toward “going solar” by equipping homes with solar panels is finally gaining momentum. And Nevada is proving to be a national leader.
Nevada has one of the most progressive solar laws in the country, and these laws work in consumers' favor by spurring incentives that make solar in Las Vegas more affordable.
Your neighbors might be one of the things you like most about your home... or they might not be. Even if you've shared barbecues and your kids play together in the afternoon, there are a few things your neighbors might not be telling you that you'd hate to learn the hard way. Keep an eye out for these common friendship faux pas.
According to a recent study, your home doesn't have enough insulation. You may have beefed up the attic a bit, or added blow in insulation to the exterior walls during a previous renovation, but the numbers are in. According to the U.S. EPA, about 90 percent of single-family homes in the United States do not have enough insulation and these homeowners are losing money in energy waste every day.
The drip edge is a small piece that plays a big role in protecting your roof and home from water damage. Despite how important it is, many times, a roofing company will leave the drip edge off when installing a new roof. While this may save you money during the initial install, it is definitely not worth it in the long run. In this article, First Quality Roofing & Insulation will discuss drip edges are and why you definitely need them when getting a new roof.
Finding reputable, high-quality roofing contractors can be a daunting task. How do you know which company is going to deliver on the promises they offer? What assurances do you have that the work is going to be done right the first time? What happens if something goes wrong?
August is right around the corner, and with it comes the thunderstorms and heavy rains of the Las Vegas monsoon season. Luckily, there's still plenty of time to make sure you're ready. Here's what you need to know to prepare your roof for the upcoming weather.
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