How long do shingle roofs last in Dallas and Fort Worth? The range could be anywhere from almost no–time-at-all, on up to 50-75+ years. Why such a vague answer? Because there are so many variables involved. However, we’ll break things down so you can see a much more focused picture. About Shingles Roofing shingles are generally flat rectangles that are …
How does hail damage my roof?
Concepts When most people think of hail damage, their first thoughts tend to be about what they’ve seen happen to automobiles. Cracked windshields and dented hoods and trunks immediately come to mind, which can basically total a car as far as resale value is concerned. The damages are easy to spot and assess. Folks who have spent any time in …
Fort Worth Roofing | Why Does DFW Get so Many Hail Storms?
Climate and Weather The Dallas/Fort Worth climate is prone to great weather extremes. Summertime temperatures often soar into the triple digits while the winter months see their fair share of freezing rains, ice storms and snow. The most volatile weather, however, tends to occur when winter is grudgingly giving way to spring. This is when cold fronts dropping down from …
What Happens if Your Fort Worth Roofing Insurance Claim is Denied?
Hail damage isn’t a new thing, nor is it a rare occurrence in DFW. The region is hit, on average, about twice a year by significant hail storms. Residents, insurance companies and Fort Worth roofing companies all have vested interests in the results of these storms. Filing Your Insurance Claim Homeowners may decide to file an insurance claim for hail …
Preparing Your Roof for a Fort Worth Winter
When the days begin to get cooler and the nights downright chilly in Fort Worth, it’s time to start making arrangements to properly prepare for Texas winter weather. During your planning period, it’s wise not to neglect the needs of your roof. The weather of the coming months can easily cause damage to your roof, or exacerbate existing problems that …
Specialty Product Series: Stone Coated Steel Roofing
With roots in World War II-era construction methods, stone coated steel roofing has an established history as a more durable alternative to traditional tar and shingles. Technological advances in chemistry have also rendered coatings that are even more enduring than their forbears, creating a strong and dependable roof for any structure. Whether you’re building a new home from the ground …
4 Tips for Hiring a Dallas-Fort Worth Roofer
According to the Better Business Bureau, roofing contractors are researched more than any other industry out there. When you’re searching for Dallas-Fort Worth roofers, it’s important that you keep a few tips in mind to avoid falling victim to scams and less than scrupulous practices. Do Your Research on Dallas-Fort Worth Roofers Before hiring anyone, make sure that you do …
How Poor Ventilation can Cause a Roof Replacement
Are you seeing cracks on your roofs shingles? Perhaps some water seeping into your home after the last rain shower? If this is happening, this may not be directly caused by your shingles themselves but perhaps from your attic ventilation. How can attic ventilation cause my house to get flooded? If your ventilation is not properly releasing the hot air …
How Long Does a Shingle Roof Last in the DFW Metroplex?
Living in Texas, it’s clear that our weather can be a little unpredictable. We can have a blazing 100 degree summer day one minute and it suddenly becomes a cozy 70 degree afternoon. The common joke in Texas is “if you don’t like the weather… just wait five minutes.” The Dallas/Fort Worth region is no different and may be the …
Preparing your Burleson Roof for Fall
It’s that time of year again. The time when leaves change colors and slowly start their journey to the ground. The time has come for the hot, humid, and dry weather of summer to shift over to the chilly, clammy, and gloomy weather of fall. What does this fall weather mean for our roofs here in Burleson, and moreover what …