Remarkable Roofs that Last a Lifetime, Part 3: DECRA Metal Shake Roofing

In the final installment of our series featuring DECRA metal roofing, we’ll be covering two types of metal shake roofing: DECRA Shake XD, and DECRA Shake. DECRA is America’s #1 metal roofing brand, and it’s a popular metal roofing choice for Madison-area homeowners because of its durability, aesthetic and outstanding warranty. In case you missed the earlier installments of the series, in Part 1 we covered both types of DECRA’s Metal Tile Roofing: Villa Tile and DECRA Tile, and in Part 2 we covered DECRA’s Metal Shingle Roofing product, Shingle XD. As with all of DECRA’s metal roofing products, the DECRA Shake XD and DECRA Shake lines are built to last for decades. What makes these metal roofing shingles so durable is the fact that they’re made of stone-coated steel — which delivers more longevity, strength, and durability than traditional asphalt shingles. An Amazing Warranty DECRA offers the most comprehensive Lifetime Limited Warranty in the industry on each of their metal roofing products — which are resistant to wind, freeze, fire, hail, and earthquakes. With

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Remarkable Roofs that Last a Lifetime, Part 1: DECRA Metal Tile Roofing

If you’re looking for a new roof, and prefer a material that’s going to last longer than an asphalt roof, a metal roof is your best option — especially if it’s made by DECRA. DECRA is the #1 stone-coated steel metal roofing company in America. Their roofing products offer an amazing lifespan of 50+ years, and with five different design types there’s an aesthetic that will be a perfect match for just about any home in the Dane County area. Some of the benefits of DECRA metal roofing include: a long life span, incredible durability, safety against wildfire and lightning strike, energy efficiency, and the fact that their metal roofing is eco-friendly — containing between 25-95% recycled content. A WORD ON DECRA’S LIFETIME WARRANTY With unsurpassed strength, durability, and longevity, only DECRA can offer the most comprehensive Lifetime Limited Warranty in the industry on their metal roofing products. No matter which option you choose, a DECRA metal roof is resistant to wind, hail, fire, freeze, and earthquake — outperforming other roofing materials in every category.

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Prolong the Life of Your Roof with these Attic Tips

In the month of May, our articles focused on roofing — specifically GAF roofing products. In this article, we’re shifting our attention from the roof to the attic. Why? Because a couple of useful attic tips can help extend the life of your roof, regardless of whether your roof is brand new or not. Essentially, our attic tips boil down to ventilation and insulation … A Well-ventilated attic can prolong the life of your roof … Keeping your attic well-ventilated is a key element in roofing care. It’s something we take into account when we install a new roof on a home, and it’s also something you’ll want to inspect — or have a professional inspect — if you haven’t done so recently. That said, how do you determine if your attic is well ventilated, or if there are issues that need addressing? Check for mold in the attic. If mold is present, have a professional, local remediation company stop by and take a look. Essentially, with moisture can come mold, mildew, and fungi —

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Parts of a GAF Shingle Roofing System

Did you know there are seven parts to a GAF shingle roofing system — including ridge cap shingles, attic ventilation, rooftop accessories, shingles, starter strip shingles, roof deck protection and leak barriers? In this article, we’re going to cover each of these parts, what they look like and where they can be found on a GAF roof. In case you’re not familiar, GAF is America’s number one brand of shingles makers, and it’s the top choice of the Madison-area homeowners we work with because of the outstanding aesthetic, quality, and warranties. The following is just an overview of each part of a GAF shingle roofing system. That said, if you have questions, please reach out! We’re always happy to help answer any questions you may have about your roofing. Let’s get started with our overview … RIDGE CAP SHINGLES Designed to help defend against leaks at the hips and ridges of your roof. ATTIC VENTILATION This goes a long way in helping reduce attic moisture and heat to prolong the life of your roof. ROOFTOP

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The Benefits of Working with a GAF Master Elite Certified Roofing Contractor

If you think your roof is in need of repair or replacement, it’s a good idea to get educated about the importance of using a certified roofing contractor in the Madison area, as well as the brands your potential roofing contractor typically uses. This article touches upon both of these topics. First, just know that there are many brands to consider, and as you might imagine they are not created equal — which is why we recommend going with a brand that offers excellent products, along with an outstanding warranty. WHAT WE RECOMMEND At Legacy Exteriors, we typically install GAF roofing materials, as they are the number one brand of shingles makers in the country. The quality of GAF shingles is remarkable, which is why they come with such solid warranties. Additionally, you’ll want to make sure you hire a roofing contractor that is GAF certified … WHAT IS GAF MASTER ELITE® CERTIFICATION?  In a nutshell, it’s a way of ensuring your roofing contractor is “leveled up,” as GAF Master Elite contractors are able to

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