---
title: First Quality Blog | First Quality Roofing & Insulation (40)
description: Learn more about roofing, attic insulation and other home maintenance projects in these blog posts. (40)
---

![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/FQ%20Logo-2.png)

![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/Call%20Today.png) [Call Us Today 702.262.7847](tel:7022627847)

[Call Now 702.262.7847](tel:7022627847) ![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/phone.svg)

- [Home](http://firstqualityroof.com)
- [Why Choose Us](http://firstqualityroof.com/why-choose-us/) 
    - [Home Tips](http://firstqualityroof.com/home-tips/)
    - [Testimonials](http://firstqualityroof.com/testimonials/)
    - [100% Financing Available](http://firstqualityroof.com/100-financing-available/)
    - [Super Service Award](http://firstqualityroof.com/super-service-award/)
- [Services](http://firstqualityroof.com/services/)
- [Roofing Systems](http://firstqualityroof.com/roofing-systems/) 
    - [Image Gallery](http://firstqualityroof.com/image-gallery/)
- [Contact Us](http://firstqualityroof.com/contact-us/) 
    - [Employment](http://firstqualityroof.com/employment/)
- [Blog](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog)

[RoofRepairs](http://firstqualityroof.com/roof-repairs) ![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/header-links-bg-1.png)

[RoofReplacement](http://firstqualityroof.com/roof-replacement) ![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/header-links-bg-2.png)

[AtticInsulation](http://firstqualityroof.com/attic-insulation) ![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/header-links-bg-3.png)

# Your Las Vegas

# Roofing Professionals

### [Ignoring These 6 Home Maintenance Tasks Could Trigger A Crisis In Your Home](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/ignoring-these-6-tasks-could-trigger-a-crisis-in-your-home)

May 31, 2018, 1:21:00 PM ● [Home Maintenance](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/home-maintenance), [education](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/education), [attic insulation in las vegas](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/attic-insulation-in-las-vegas)

![ignoring-home-maintenance-tasks-trigger-crisis](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_images/ignoring-home-maintenance-tasks-trigger-crisis.jpg?width=1000&name=ignoring-home-maintenance-tasks-trigger-crisis.jpg)

At First Quality Roofing & Insulation, we've never heard anybody describe an unfolding home crisis as “minor.” Maybe with the passage of time and the ability to compare one home maintenance crisis to another, this day will come. But when you're in the midst of one, the emotional and financial fear consigns them all to one category: crisis. Make a point of taking care of six home maintenance tasks as soon as possible. Ignoring them can trigger a crisis that most homeowners say, in retrospect, could have been averted.

[Read More](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/ignoring-these-6-tasks-could-trigger-a-crisis-in-your-home)

### [The Benefits of Using Roofing Felt During Your Roof Replacement](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/the-benefits-of-using-roofing-felt-during-your-roof-replacement)

May 29, 2018, 10:42:00 AM ● [roof replacement](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/roof-replacement), [education](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/education), [las vegas roof replacement](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/las-vegas-roof-replacement)

![roof-felt-roof-replacement](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_images/roof-felt-roof-replacement.jpg?width=1000&name=roof-felt-roof-replacement.jpg)

Roofing felt is a material that’s commonly used during a roof replacement, but unless you’re a roofer, you may not realize the benefits that this material provides. The following covers some common questions about roofing felt, including what it is and its benefits:

[Read More](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/the-benefits-of-using-roofing-felt-during-your-roof-replacement)

### [Evidence Mounts that Solar Energy Is a Smart Financial Investment](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/evidence-mounts-that-solar-energy-is-a-smart-financial-investment)

May 24, 2018, 9:13:00 AM ● [education](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/education), [solar energy](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/solar-energy), [solar power](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/solar-power)

![Array of solar panels on sloped roof of detached house on an overcast morning](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Stock%20images/Array%20of%20solar%20panels%20on%20sloped%20roof%20of%20detached%20house%20on%20an%20overcast%20morning.jpeg?width=1000&name=Array%20of%20solar%20panels%20on%20sloped%20roof%20of%20detached%20house%20on%20an%20overcast%20morning.jpeg)

If you're considering installing rooftop solar panels on your home, you may have noticed that the line blurs between need and want. You may *need* to save up to 40 percent on your electric bill and *want* to reduce your carbon footprint and the dependency on your utility company. But, if you're wondering how the installation will affect your home's value, take heart. Evidence continues to mount that a [solar energy](http://www.firstqualityroof.com/) system is one smart financial investment.

[Read More](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/evidence-mounts-that-solar-energy-is-a-smart-financial-investment)

### [It Isn’t Pretty: Here’s What Happens if You Don’t Clean Your Gutters During Roof Maintenance](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/it-isnt-pretty-heres-what-happens-if-you-dont-clean-your-gutters-during-roof-maintenance)

May 23, 2018, 10:07:00 AM ● [roof maintenance](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/roof-maintenance), [Home Maintenance](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/home-maintenance), [education](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/education)

![Man cleaning the gutter from autumn leaves](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Stock%20images/Man%20cleaning%20the%20gutter%20from%20autumn%20leaves.jpeg?width=1000&name=Man%20cleaning%20the%20gutter%20from%20autumn%20leaves.jpeg)

Do you know the best way to maintain your home’s gutters? [Regular roof maintenance](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/roof-maintenance-tips-to-prevent-wind-damage-and-roof-repairs) and inspections!

Gutters are an important part of your roofing system. Designed to protect your home from serious water damage, keeping them clean and in good working order is often put on the back burner or altogether forgotten. Don’t be lulled into thinking everything’s fine just because there’s still rain water running from them or they don’t appear to be clogged.

[Read More](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/it-isnt-pretty-heres-what-happens-if-you-dont-clean-your-gutters-during-roof-maintenance)

### [The Big Residential Roof Debate: Is Flat or Pitched Better?](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/the-big-residential-roof-debate-is-flat-or-pitched-better)

May 21, 2018, 9:04:00 AM ● [Insider](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/insider), [education](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/education), [las vegas roofing](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/las-vegas-roofing)

![flat-or-pitched-residential-roof-kimson-doan](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_images/flat-or-pitched-residential-roof-kimson-doan.jpg?width=1000&name=flat-or-pitched-residential-roof-kimson-doan.jpg)Photo by [Kimson Doan](https://unsplash.com/photos/NmVnsp13JYc?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/search/photos/flat-roof?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText)

 Are you planning to [add a new roof to your home, garage or both](http://www.firstqualityroof.com/roof-replacement/)? If so, which residential roof do you think is best – flat or pitched? While a flat roof would not at first seem a great idea, there are times it’s actually a better solution. Before you decide, take the time to learn the difference between the two and why one over the other might be your best choice.

[Read More](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/the-big-residential-roof-debate-is-flat-or-pitched-better)

### [Beating the Heat: Are Clay or Porcelain Roof Tiles Best Choice?](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/beating-the-heat-are-clay-or-porcelain-roof-tiles-best-choice)

May 18, 2018, 8:25:00 AM ● [roof replacement](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/roof-replacement), [temperature](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/temperature), [las vegas roofing](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/las-vegas-roofing)

![clay-porcelain-roof-tiles-annie-spratt](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_images/clay-porcelain-roof-tiles-annie-spratt.jpg?width=300&name=clay-porcelain-roof-tiles-annie-spratt.jpg)

For many homeowners, the roof is an afterthought. Well, [at least until it starts to leak](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/pays-schedule-inspection-roof-leaks)! But your roof doesn’t just keep you dry during those 20 or so days a year that Las Vegas sees rain. There are also about 3820 hours, or 160 days, of sunshine during the same time. That’s *a lot* of heat!

At First Quality Roofing & Insulation, we are often asked: “Which roof tiles are best for absorbing heat and keeping a house cooler, porcelain or clay?” While porcelain has its advantages, including great water resistance and a good level of heat absorption, clay tiles are the best absorber of heat, and have been for centuries. If you’re looking to [replace your home’s existing roof](http://www.firstqualityroof.com/roof-replacement/), read on for why clay may be your best choice.

 

 

 

[Read More](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/beating-the-heat-are-clay-or-porcelain-roof-tiles-best-choice)

### [Up on the Roof: Why Roofing Shingles Feel Like Sandpaper](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/up-on-the-roof-why-roofing-shingles-feel-like-sandpaper)

May 15, 2018, 10:21:00 AM ● [roof replacement](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/roof-replacement), [las vegas roofing](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/las-vegas-roofing), [las vegas roof replacement](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/las-vegas-roof-replacement)

![Asphalt roof shingles (foreground focus)](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Stock%20images/Asphalt%20roof%20shingles%20(foreground%20focus).jpeg?width=300&name=Asphalt%20roof%20shingles%20(foreground%20focus).jpeg)

Have you ever wondered why a cat’s tongue is so rough? It’s to help the furry feline survive. The tongue’s tiny bumps have 2 main purposes: they make it easier to hold onto prey and are efficient little tools for grooming.

Just like a cat’s tongue, roofing shingles feel like sandpaper for reasons that help your house survive: providing fire resistance, repelling water, and protecting the surface from harmful UV rays. They also help control the interior temperature, which is extra nice during Las Vegas’ heat waves!

[Read More](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/up-on-the-roof-why-roofing-shingles-feel-like-sandpaper)

### [Tile Roofs vs. Shingles: What’s the Big Difference for Your Roof Replacement?](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/tile-roofs-vs.-shingles-whats-the-big-difference-for-your-roof-replacement)

May 11, 2018, 8:58:00 AM ● [roof replacement](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/roof-replacement), [Las Vegas roofing contractors](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/las-vegas-roofing-contractors), [las vegas roof replacement](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/las-vegas-roof-replacement)

![tile-or-shingles-roof-replacement-michael-jasmund](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_images/tile-or-shingles-roof-replacement-michael-jasmund.jpg?width=1000&name=tile-or-shingles-roof-replacement-michael-jasmund.jpg)Photo by [Michael Jasmund](https://unsplash.com/photos/m_vEaZizd2s?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/search/photos/roof-tile?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText)

Are you in the market for [a roof replacement](http://www.firstqualityroof.com/services) ? If you’re like most people, your first thought is shingles. But traditional asphalt shingles aren’t your only option. Many Las Vegas area homeowners choose tile roofs instead.

[Read More](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/tile-roofs-vs.-shingles-whats-the-big-difference-for-your-roof-replacement)

### [Why it Usually Pays to Buy, Not Lease, Your Solar Energy Installation](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/why-it-usually-pays-to-buy-not-lease-your-solar-energy-installation)

May 9, 2018, 9:39:00 AM ● [money saving tips](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/money-saving-tips), [solar energy](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/solar-energy), [solar power](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/solar-power)

![Man on roof solar energy installation](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Stock%20images/Man%20on%20roof%20solar%20energy%20installation.jpeg?width=300&name=Man%20on%20roof%20solar%20energy%20installation.jpeg)If the First Quality Roofing & Insulation team has heard the sales pitches from companies hoping to lease solar panels to Las Vegas residents, we assume you have, too. Before you do anything rash, be sure to gather all the facts. In most cases, leasing isn't the smarter choice. As Consumer Reports puts it, “Buying solar panels requires an investment and more decision-making than leasing, but over the long term the benefits of owning your system are hard to beat.”

[Read More](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/why-it-usually-pays-to-buy-not-lease-your-solar-energy-installation)

### [Roof Maintenance Tips to Prevent Wind Damage and Roof Repairs](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/roof-maintenance-tips-to-prevent-wind-damage-and-roof-repairs)

May 7, 2018, 9:16:00 AM ● [roof maintenance](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/roof-maintenance), [roof repairs](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/roof-repairs), [roof maintenance in las vegas](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/topic/roof-maintenance-in-las-vegas)

![Roof Maintenance Prevent Wind Damage Roof Repairs](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_images/Roof%20Maintenance%20Prevent%20Wind%20Damage%20Roof%20Repairs.jpg?width=1000&name=Roof%20Maintenance%20Prevent%20Wind%20Damage%20Roof%20Repairs.jpg)

High winds can cause a great deal of damage to your home’s roof. It is impossible to predict when high winds may occur, so it is important to ensure that your roof is properly maintained to avoid the need for [roof repairs](http://www.firstqualityroof.com/) in the future. These tips will help you protect your home’s roof from high wind damage:

[Read More](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/roof-maintenance-tips-to-prevent-wind-damage-and-roof-repairs)

[Previous](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/author/first-quality-roofing-insulation/page/39) [All posts](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/all) [Next](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/author/first-quality-roofing-insulation/page/41)

### Do you need a **Repair** or **Replacement?**

We can help you to determine if your roof just needs repairs, or if a replacement would be more appropriate. Please fill out the form below.

## Guides & Resources

[![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/Layer%206.png)](https://firstqualityroof.com/home-insulation-guide) [![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/Layer%207.png)](http://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/474344/7e37176c-1f0f-42b9-bd68-d6e875d1964f?__hstc=185585078.4d28c80418ebfe63816cfbb3bedbf98f.1546884995754.1553723917654.1553799873110.24&__hssc=185585078.2.1553799873110&__hsfp=3725440960) [![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/Layer%208.png)](http://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/474344/cc577306-657f-4a3d-b83e-bf7053cdacd7?__hstc=185585078.4d28c80418ebfe63816cfbb3bedbf98f.1546884995754.1553723917654.1553799873110.24&__hssc=185585078.2.1553799873110&__hsfp=3725440960) [![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/Layer%209.jpg)](http://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/474344/6a28ae75-b90e-40da-915c-ea72c7565df0?__hstc=185585078.4d28c80418ebfe63816cfbb3bedbf98f.1546884995754.1553723917654.1553799873110.24&__hssc=185585078.2.1553799873110&__hsfp=3725440960)

![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/Layer%2013.jpg) ![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/Layer%203.jpg) ![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/Layer%206.jpg) ![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/Layer%205.jpg) ![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/Layer%207.jpg) ![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/Layer%208.jpg) ![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/Vector%20Smart%20Object.jpg) ![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/Layer%2012.jpg)

[![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/facebook.png)](https://www.facebook.com/FirstQualityRoofingInsulation/) [![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/angie.png)](https://www.angieslist.com/companylist/us/nv/las-vegas/first-quality-roofing-and-insulation-reviews-270335.htm) [![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/twitter.png)](https://twitter.com/FirstQualityLV)

- [Home](http://firstqualityroof.com/)
- [Why Choose Us](http://firstqualityroof.com/why-choose-us/)
- [Services](http://firstqualityroof.com/services/)
- [Roofing Systems](http://firstqualityroof.com/roofing-systems/)

[![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/angie-ss.png)](https://www.angieslist.com/companylist/us/nv/las-vegas/first-quality-roofing-and-insulation-reviews-270335.htm)

© Copyright 2026 First Quality Roofing, All Rights Reserved. [Privacy Policy](https://firstqualityroof.com/privacy-policy/) [Sitemap](https://firstqualityroof.com/sitemap/)

- [Home](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/)
- [Why Choose Us ▼](https://firstqualityroof.com/why-choose-us/)
    - [Home Tips](https://firstqualityroof.com/home-tips/)
    - [Testimonials](https://firstqualityroof.com/testimonials/)
    - [100% Financing Available](https://firstqualityroof.com/100-financing-available/)
    - [Super Service Award](https://firstqualityroof.com/super-service-award/)
- [Services](https://firstqualityroof.com/services/)
- [Roofing Systems ▼](https://firstqualityroof.com/roofing-systems/)
    - [Image Gallery](https://firstqualityroof.com/image-gallery/)
- [Contact Us ▼](https://firstqualityroof.com/contact-us/)
    - [Employment](https://firstqualityroof.com/employment/)
- [Blog](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog)

```json
{
  "@context" : "http://schema.org",
  "@id" : "http://www.firstqualityroof.com",
  "@type" : "LocalBusiness",
  "address" : {
    "@type" : "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry" : "US",
    "addressLocality" : "Las Vegas",
    "addressRegion" : "NV",
    "postalCode" : "89109",
    "streetAddress" : "3141 Westwood Dr Ste B"
  },
  "description" : "First Quality Roofing & Insulation is a premier Las Vegas roofing contractor. Some of our services include: new roofs, reroofs, attic insulation, repairs, maintenance & inspections.",
  "geo" : {
    "@type" : "GeoCoordinates",
    "latitude" : 36.1325187683105,
    "longitude" : -115.178703308105
  },
  "image" : "http://info.firstqualityroof.com/hs-fs/hub/474344/file-2367075017-gif/Firstqualityroof-Jan2015-Img/logofirstquality.gif",
  "name" : "First Quality Roofing & Insulation",
  "openingHours" : "Mo-Fr 8:00-16:00",
  "sameAs" : [ "https://www.facebook.com/FirstQualityRoofingInsulation", "https://twitter.com/FirstQualityLV", "https://plus.google.com/+FirstQualityRoofingLasVegas", "https://www.angieslist.com/companylist/us/nv/las-vegas/first-quality-roofing-and-insulation-reviews-270335.htm" ],
  "telephone" : "+17022627847",
  "url" : "http://www.firstqualityroof.com"
}
```