It is a shame, but roofing scams are popping up all over the United States. As of late, these have been highly concentrated in South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, and Pennsylvania. Along with this, many Canadian homeowners have also fallen prey to a scam.
One of the most common scams has to do with your down payment. With this, the “contractor”  bids very low on the project, asks for a large down payment, and then walks off the job before completion.
Have you ever heard of the mandatory inspection scam? This …

Is there a problem with your roof? If so, it makes good sense to fix it as soon as possible. The longer you wait the more problems you are going to run into.
Before we go any further, know this: most of the time roof repair is best left to the professionals. Although you may be able to handle minor jobs, in the majority of cases you should call in a professional contractor for assistance.
If you want to repair your own roof you need to first identify the problem. From there, …

Hiring a contractor to replace or repair your roof can be a nerve racking experience. That being said, if you know how to find the best roofing contractor everything should fall into place.
The first thing you should do is ask around to find out who has the most experience. Experience doing the right job! Find out if the contractor is a member of their trade association and is certified by the manufacturer of the products they use. Ask to see certificates. Along with this, once you start talking to a …

The funny thing about a roof is that most people don’t think about it until something goes wrong. This is when they begin to panic, and wonder how they will ever get the problem fixed. Instead of being one of these homeowners, you should do what you can to protect your roof at all times.
One of the best ways of doing this is to inspect your roof every so often. If you do not feel like doing this, or don’t have the knowledge, you can always call in a trusted professional.
If …

If you have water coming into your home through an upper level ceiling or attic, there is a good chance that it is entering your home through the roof. It is important to pinpoint this problem, and have it repaired as soon as possible. The longer you wait the more damage you will have to repair.
Since finding a leak in a roof can be a tricky task, you may want to call in a professional instead of wasting time searching on your own. This …

Springtime is here! You can say goodbye to your snow shovel for a few months and enjoy the warm weather. This is also the time of the year when you should inspect your roof to ensure that everything is still in good condition and working properly.
If you live in the snow belt you can be rest assured that ice and snow accumulated in your gutters during the winter months. In turn, the water may not have been able to drain properly which can cause it to seep under flashing and …

Are you in the process of buying a new home? If so, you don’t want to overlook the importance of an inspection. This will give you the chance to have a professional examine the property with a fine tooth comb. From there, it becomes much easier to decide if buying is a good idea. One area of an inspection that is very important is the roof.
When hiring an inspector, make sure you ask if he is willing to go on the roof and into your attic. If not, you need …

Are you in the habit of inspecting your roof at least once per year? If so, good for you! It is obvious that you take care of your home. You can inspect your own roof or have a professional do it for you – either way is acceptable.
Here are three reasons why an annual roof inspection is important:
1. Prevent problems that may be on the horizon. This can be anything from a minor leak to a major problem such as a potential ceiling collapse.
2. Find problems. Yes, it is better to prevent …

Searching for the perfect home is a process and the home inspection is part of it.  Home inspections are necessary mainly for those in the housing market.  Whether you are looking at a previously owned house or a new build, inspections will give you insight into the workings of the home you are thinking about buying.
Having a home inspection will usually take about two or three hours out of your day.  An inspector will examine the house from top to bottom, making certain to test the operation of the plumbing, …

Now that we are in the final stretch of winter, it may be a good time to review the steps we can take to ensure that our home can deal with the wallop of winter.
It is recommended that any build-up of snow be removed from your roof.  This is because of the likelihood of the development of ice dams.  Ice dams can cause serious damage to the structure of the roof and the integrity of your shingles.  Always be careful when removing snow or ice, not only for your own …