Get to Know GAF Asphalt Roofing, Part 9: Grand Sequoia

We’re back with another installment of our GAF asphalt roofing series. Over the past few weeks we’ve been highlighting each of the eleven different types of GAF shingles, and this week we place our focus on the Grand Sequoia line. In case you missed the previous installments of the series, here’s a recap of what […]

Get to Know Owens Corning Roofing, Part 3: Berkshire Slate Style Shingles

In this series we’re taking a look at Owens Corning asphalt shingle products, which are a popular choice in the Dane County area.  The goal of the series is to help you gain a better understanding of the Owens Corning line so you can determine if it might be a good roof replacement choice for […]

Roofing 101, Part 4: Choosing the Right Rooftop Accessories for Improved Performance

Did you know there are seven layers to a fully-functioning roofing system? In this series, we’re covering all of these layers to provide you with a solid understanding of what a durable, dependable roofing system looks like. This way, when you’re choosing a roofing contractor for a roof replacement, you’ll be better prepared to ask […]

Roofing 101, Part 1: The Importance of Leak Barriers

In a nutshell, a leak barrier is a product that works to prevent leaks caused by ice dams and wind-driven rain. An ice dam is a ridge of ice that forms on the edge of a roof — preventing snow from draining from the roof when it melts. Wind-driven rain is rain that blows horizontally, […]

Telltale Signs that Your Roof is Not Energy Efficient

Your roofing is an extremely important part of your home, which is why it’s so critical to keep it in good working condition.  In our last article, we talked about the 7 steps to keep your roofing healthy. We’re continuing our discussion on roof health here, pointing out the top signs that your roof may […]