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Ice dams: How can they be prevented or managed?
By Gutter Helmet®. Icicles forming on roofs and gutters during winter may be pretty to look at, but they can be troublesome. The conditions that make ice dams possible can also indicate existing ice dams. Read on as one of the leading gutter guard companies, Gutter Helmet® of Eastern Shore explains why ...
Ice Dams Cometh: MRA Advises Homeowners on How to Avoid Costly Winter Damage
As Below-Zero Temperatures Strike, Leading Industry Alliance Says Rooftop Readiness Is Essential Baby, it’s cold outside and while up on the rooftop the reindeer may paw, if the home has ice dams, it could lead to unpleasant surprises this winter. Winter rooftop ice dams can cause major damage, wreak havoc on roof ...
Don’t let roof issues snowball come spring
By Tremco Roofing. Inspect and correct any issues before winter to avoid problems with melting snow and water damage. With another snowy, frigid winter just around the corner, now is the time to winterize your roof. During the winter, your roof is exposed to a number of harsh conditions, such as snow ...
It’s time for your customers to winterize their homes
By Chelsea Welsh, Gutter Helmet®. Share these tips from Gutter Helmet with your customers to help them prepare for winter and then learn how you can become a Gutter Helmet dealer. Although it seems like we were sweltering in the heat just weeks ago, winter is now around the corner. You may ...
How to Protect Your Metal Roof During Hurricane Season
By StealthBond®. Share these great tips with your customers who own homes with metal roofs. Hurricane season is upon us, and many Floridians are preparing their home for the potential stormy weather. Florida is ranked number one in states that are most likely to be affected by hurricanes and rain because of ...
Preparation is key with tropical storms
By Shawn Sulzener, FiberTite. Avoid disaster with insurance, planning, knowing how to protect assets, and the right temporary roof. Following one of the most destructive hurricane seasons in U.S. history in 2017, more businesses are recognizing the importance of preparation. Hurricane season is a vital time to prepare your business for the inevitable ...
Any Hurricanes in Your Forecast?
By Andy Swan, Roof Saver. Knowing what failed during past hurricanes, FEMA spells out the proper way to avoid this problem when selecting, installing or replacing the vents on a roof. You plan for the worst and hope for the best with everything you do – safety, team member training and the ...
7 Tips for Standing Out After a Storm
By Don Kilcoyne, for GAF. How to stand out from out-of-area contractors after a storm. After a storm, homeowners often scramble to get roofing repairs completed in a hurry. Unfortunately, that means a local, trusted businessperson like you may find yourself suddenly competing with a swarm of contractors from outside your area, ...
To Hail With It!
Share this educational infographic with your customers to help them understand what causes hail and what to look for if they suspect they may have damage. Illustration by Rachel Morris, Asphalt Life Editor’s note: This article first appeared on the Atlas Roofing Asphalt Life blog and can be viewed here.
When Hail Meets Gutters
On average, hail causes around $1 billion in property damage each year. A significant amount of that damage is to our homes, primarily a roofing system which includes home gutter systems. In the U.S., hail most commonly occurs in the central region stretching from North Dakota through Texas, Wyoming and Colorado. ...
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