Saturday, December 5, 2009
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Common Reasons For Atlanta Roof Issues
Have you ever wondered why your roof let you down? Have you ever wondered what the major causes for roof leaks are in the first place? Well, you may be surprised to know that the vast majority of all roof repair we have to perform in the Atlanta area are actually not from storm or hail damage, but actually stem from improper installation of the roof to begin with, poorly performed roof repair in the past, and problems with the flashing!
Lets tackle the first issue mentioned above, improper roof installation. Unfortunately, each and every year many resdients of the Atlanta area need to have a roof replaced, whether as a result of hail and storm damage, or general wear and tear over the duration of the life of the roof. The biggest challenge they face is finding a competant, licensed and bonded roofing contractor so lets discuss that first: The following are steps you should take to make sure you are allowing the right company on your roof:
Ask for their license number
Ask if they are bonded and insured - make them prove it
Ask for references of people that have had their roof from this company for more than a year
Interview them - generally you can filter out the bad ones with instinct
Do they have a physical address for their business, more than one truck?
Are they members of the BBB?
While there are no guarantees that the aforementioned advice will filter out the bad seeds, choosing the right roofer in Atlanta to install your new roof is important and these steps can help. ACS Residential is an Atlanta Roofer that is licensed, bonded and insured and will provide you with a free estimate and even a free inspection for your roof issues. Choose a trusted Atlanta roofer who is locally owned and operated and has strong roots in the community.
The second major issue we discussed that leads to roof damage and the need for roof repair in the Atlanta area was problems with the flashing on your home. What is flashing? Here are some examples:
Chimney
Step
Apron
Valley
Flashing is generally found where anything is connected to the roof or protrudes through it. As you can imagine when flashing is not properly installed and sealed, these are some of the weakest points of the roof. Water is one of the most powerful forces we deal with and has a knack of being able to squeeze into small spaces, expand them, and over time open them up wide! Flashing must be checked during any roof inspection, and certainly during any roof repair!
In addition to the flashing and roof installation issues that lead to roof damage, there are some other common issues you should be aware of when you experience roof leaks. The following are some of the other potential issues that you should make sure your roofer looks into if they are going to perform an inspection or give you an estimate:
Cracked or missing shingles or tiles
Clogged Gutters
Flue in Chimneys
Poor sealing around windows and siding
If you are looking for a professional roofing contractor in the Atlanta area, ACS Residential may be right for you. Licensed, Bonded, Insured, plus 24 hr service and free inspections and free estimates given, Atlanta homeowners have nothing to loose and every reason to trust ACS, your Full Service Atlanta Roofer.
Lets tackle the first issue mentioned above, improper roof installation. Unfortunately, each and every year many resdients of the Atlanta area need to have a roof replaced, whether as a result of hail and storm damage, or general wear and tear over the duration of the life of the roof. The biggest challenge they face is finding a competant, licensed and bonded roofing contractor so lets discuss that first: The following are steps you should take to make sure you are allowing the right company on your roof:
Ask for their license number
Ask if they are bonded and insured - make them prove it
Ask for references of people that have had their roof from this company for more than a year
Interview them - generally you can filter out the bad ones with instinct
Do they have a physical address for their business, more than one truck?
Are they members of the BBB?
While there are no guarantees that the aforementioned advice will filter out the bad seeds, choosing the right roofer in Atlanta to install your new roof is important and these steps can help. ACS Residential is an Atlanta Roofer that is licensed, bonded and insured and will provide you with a free estimate and even a free inspection for your roof issues. Choose a trusted Atlanta roofer who is locally owned and operated and has strong roots in the community.
The second major issue we discussed that leads to roof damage and the need for roof repair in the Atlanta area was problems with the flashing on your home. What is flashing? Here are some examples:
Chimney
Step
Apron
Valley
Flashing is generally found where anything is connected to the roof or protrudes through it. As you can imagine when flashing is not properly installed and sealed, these are some of the weakest points of the roof. Water is one of the most powerful forces we deal with and has a knack of being able to squeeze into small spaces, expand them, and over time open them up wide! Flashing must be checked during any roof inspection, and certainly during any roof repair!
In addition to the flashing and roof installation issues that lead to roof damage, there are some other common issues you should be aware of when you experience roof leaks. The following are some of the other potential issues that you should make sure your roofer looks into if they are going to perform an inspection or give you an estimate:
Cracked or missing shingles or tiles
Clogged Gutters
Flue in Chimneys
Poor sealing around windows and siding
If you are looking for a professional roofing contractor in the Atlanta area, ACS Residential may be right for you. Licensed, Bonded, Insured, plus 24 hr service and free inspections and free estimates given, Atlanta homeowners have nothing to loose and every reason to trust ACS, your Full Service Atlanta Roofer.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Rainy Season Prep
IS YOUR ATLANTA HOMES ROOF READY FOR THE HURRICANE SEASON?
It is that time of year again where Atlanta residents must ensure their roof is in good condition prior to the rain storms caused by the remnants of hurricanes that pound the coasts of FL, GA, and AL! Many residents of the Atlanta are need a consultation from a qualified and professional Atlanta Roofer to ensure that their family will be safe from the terrential downpours, and violent hail that usually invades the Atlanta Area late August through the end of the year. How can you know if your roof needs repairs? Here are some general tips - if you spot these - call an Atlanta Roofer:
Curled up Shingles
Worn Off Granules
Loose or missing Shingles
Cracked Shingles
Spots on your interior ceiling
Green or Bleack Streaks
Age of the roof - over 15 years old
Sometimes homeowners are weary about hopping on the roof themselves to gain a closer look at potential issues that could lead to leaks, tears, etc. in their roof, and catastrophic damage during the next major storm. For those customers that do not feel comfortable, or simply do not have the time to hop on their roof, there are local companies that will offer free roof inspections to residents of Atlanta. Atlanta Professional Roofers offers same day service as well as free estimates and free roof inspection!
Some of the common reasons that roofs "fail" are the folowing:
Leaks
Poor workmanship
Lack of Maintenance
Storm / weather damage
What is important to know is that most roof failure, from leaks to cave ins can be prevented by ongoing maintenance provided by a local Atlanta Roofer on a bi-annual basis. Many of us dont think about the elements our roofs have to face on a daily basis, however think of the intense rain, hail, wind, sun in Atlanta! Daily exposure to the elements can take its toll - in order to prolong the life of your roof, make sure you have it inspected regularly and save money in the long run!
It is that time of year again where Atlanta residents must ensure their roof is in good condition prior to the rain storms caused by the remnants of hurricanes that pound the coasts of FL, GA, and AL! Many residents of the Atlanta are need a consultation from a qualified and professional Atlanta Roofer to ensure that their family will be safe from the terrential downpours, and violent hail that usually invades the Atlanta Area late August through the end of the year. How can you know if your roof needs repairs? Here are some general tips - if you spot these - call an Atlanta Roofer:
Curled up Shingles
Worn Off Granules
Loose or missing Shingles
Cracked Shingles
Spots on your interior ceiling
Green or Bleack Streaks
Age of the roof - over 15 years old
Sometimes homeowners are weary about hopping on the roof themselves to gain a closer look at potential issues that could lead to leaks, tears, etc. in their roof, and catastrophic damage during the next major storm. For those customers that do not feel comfortable, or simply do not have the time to hop on their roof, there are local companies that will offer free roof inspections to residents of Atlanta. Atlanta Professional Roofers offers same day service as well as free estimates and free roof inspection!
Some of the common reasons that roofs "fail" are the folowing:
Leaks
Poor workmanship
Lack of Maintenance
Storm / weather damage
What is important to know is that most roof failure, from leaks to cave ins can be prevented by ongoing maintenance provided by a local Atlanta Roofer on a bi-annual basis. Many of us dont think about the elements our roofs have to face on a daily basis, however think of the intense rain, hail, wind, sun in Atlanta! Daily exposure to the elements can take its toll - in order to prolong the life of your roof, make sure you have it inspected regularly and save money in the long run!
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Atlanta Roofers Tips
IS YOUR ATLANTA HOMES ROOF READY FOR THE HURRICANE SEASON?
It is that time of year again where Atlanta residents must ensure their roof is in good condition prior to the rain storms
caused by the remnants of hurricanes that pound the coasts of FL, GA, and AL! Many residents of the Atlanta are need a consultation from a qualified and professional Atlanta Roofer to ensure that their family will be safe from the terrential downpours, and violent hail that usually invades the Atlanta Area late August through the end of the year. How can you know if your roof needs repairs? Here are some general tips - if you spot these - call an Atlanta Roofer:
Curled up Shingles
Worn Off Granules
Loose or missing Shingles
Cracked Shingles
Spots on your interior ceiling
Green or Bleack Streaks
Age of the roof - over 15 years old
Sometimes homeowners are weary about hopping on the roof themselves to gain a closer look at potential issues that could lead to leaks, tears, etc. in their roof, and catastrophic damage during the next major storm. For those customers that do not feel comfortable, or simply do not have the time to hop on their roof, there are local companies that will offer free roof inspections to residents of Atlanta. Atlanta Professional Roofers offers same day service as well as free estimates and free roof inspection!
Some of the common reasons that roofs "fail" are the folowing:
Leaks
Poor workmanship
Lack of Maintenance
Storm / weather damage
What is important to know is that most roof failure, from leaks to cave ins can be prevented by ongoing maintenance provided by a local Atlanta Roofer on a bi-annual basis. Many of us dont think about the elements our roofs have to face on a daily basis, however think of the intense rain, hail, wind, sun in Atlanta! Daily exposure to the elements can take its toll - in order to prolong the life of your roof, make sure you have it inspected regularly and save money in the long run!
It is that time of year again where Atlanta residents must ensure their roof is in good condition prior to the rain storms
caused by the remnants of hurricanes that pound the coasts of FL, GA, and AL! Many residents of the Atlanta are need a consultation from a qualified and professional Atlanta Roofer to ensure that their family will be safe from the terrential downpours, and violent hail that usually invades the Atlanta Area late August through the end of the year. How can you know if your roof needs repairs? Here are some general tips - if you spot these - call an Atlanta Roofer:
Curled up Shingles
Worn Off Granules
Loose or missing Shingles
Cracked Shingles
Spots on your interior ceiling
Green or Bleack Streaks
Age of the roof - over 15 years old
Sometimes homeowners are weary about hopping on the roof themselves to gain a closer look at potential issues that could lead to leaks, tears, etc. in their roof, and catastrophic damage during the next major storm. For those customers that do not feel comfortable, or simply do not have the time to hop on their roof, there are local companies that will offer free roof inspections to residents of Atlanta. Atlanta Professional Roofers offers same day service as well as free estimates and free roof inspection!
Some of the common reasons that roofs "fail" are the folowing:
Leaks
Poor workmanship
Lack of Maintenance
Storm / weather damage
What is important to know is that most roof failure, from leaks to cave ins can be prevented by ongoing maintenance provided by a local Atlanta Roofer on a bi-annual basis. Many of us dont think about the elements our roofs have to face on a daily basis, however think of the intense rain, hail, wind, sun in Atlanta! Daily exposure to the elements can take its toll - in order to prolong the life of your roof, make sure you have it inspected regularly and save money in the long run!
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Great Article from Do It Yourself
A leaking roof is the last thing that you need especially on a rainy night. Fortunately, you can prevent leaky roofs by following these simple steps, all aimed at taking care of the situation beforehand.
1. Check out the Most Likely Roof Leak Spots
The most likely places where you will get a roof leak are the chimney, plumbing vent flashing, ice dams, skylights, wall step flashings, furnace shingles, fields of shingles and missing shingles. It may be difficult for you to identify the problematic area in the absence of rain or snow and therefore you may have to do the identification during wet weather.
Apart from these leak hot spots, your roof may leak because it simply because it is worn out and needs a complete overhaul.
Most leak spots are never directly above the location where the dripping occurs on the ceiling. For this reason, locating the exact spot may require you to start in the attic. Here, you can locate a spot that lets in the sun’s rays or alternatively you can have a partner water the roof so that you can identify where the dripping goes through. Following leak stains is another way to find leak spots. Leak stains will normally be observed around skylights, chimneys, and vents.
2. Emergency Roof-Leak Repair Measures
Sometimes it just happens that a leak emerges right in the middle of a shower. You can take care of this by using plastic sheeting to cover the leak area on the roof. This sheeting needs to be stapled onto two 2 by 4s that can then be nailed along the eaves, climbing over the roof ridge, and some feet below on the other side of the roof. This should adequately cover the entire leak area.
3. Temporary Repair for Roof Leaks
Once you have identified the leaking spot you may as well start implementing some temporary repair measures. Such measures may involve climbing to the roof armed with tools like a hammer and some nails, and materials like tar and flashing.
Fixing the leak spot in this manner may suffice for a wet night but more repair work needs to be done if the problem is to be completely solved.
4. Repairing Leaks in Shingle Roofing
One of the easiest leaky roof repair jobs that you can do is when the problem is identified as bent-back shingles. Here, the solution involves replacing the damaged shingles. Remove the layer of shingles above the damaged ones and then replace them with new ones.
5. Problems with Collars and Flashings
Pipes are also a major cause of leaking roofs and the troublesome spots will mostly involve the collars and flashings. These immediately call for new replacements. Pipe leaks may also require some extra work in terms of observing if the wood beneath the roof is soft from water damage. Such wood surfaces do rot with time and thus they become unreliable. The situation may require you to re-roof the house depending on the extent of the damage.
1. Check out the Most Likely Roof Leak Spots
The most likely places where you will get a roof leak are the chimney, plumbing vent flashing, ice dams, skylights, wall step flashings, furnace shingles, fields of shingles and missing shingles. It may be difficult for you to identify the problematic area in the absence of rain or snow and therefore you may have to do the identification during wet weather.
Apart from these leak hot spots, your roof may leak because it simply because it is worn out and needs a complete overhaul.
Most leak spots are never directly above the location where the dripping occurs on the ceiling. For this reason, locating the exact spot may require you to start in the attic. Here, you can locate a spot that lets in the sun’s rays or alternatively you can have a partner water the roof so that you can identify where the dripping goes through. Following leak stains is another way to find leak spots. Leak stains will normally be observed around skylights, chimneys, and vents.
2. Emergency Roof-Leak Repair Measures
Sometimes it just happens that a leak emerges right in the middle of a shower. You can take care of this by using plastic sheeting to cover the leak area on the roof. This sheeting needs to be stapled onto two 2 by 4s that can then be nailed along the eaves, climbing over the roof ridge, and some feet below on the other side of the roof. This should adequately cover the entire leak area.
3. Temporary Repair for Roof Leaks
Once you have identified the leaking spot you may as well start implementing some temporary repair measures. Such measures may involve climbing to the roof armed with tools like a hammer and some nails, and materials like tar and flashing.
Fixing the leak spot in this manner may suffice for a wet night but more repair work needs to be done if the problem is to be completely solved.
4. Repairing Leaks in Shingle Roofing
One of the easiest leaky roof repair jobs that you can do is when the problem is identified as bent-back shingles. Here, the solution involves replacing the damaged shingles. Remove the layer of shingles above the damaged ones and then replace them with new ones.
5. Problems with Collars and Flashings
Pipes are also a major cause of leaking roofs and the troublesome spots will mostly involve the collars and flashings. These immediately call for new replacements. Pipe leaks may also require some extra work in terms of observing if the wood beneath the roof is soft from water damage. Such wood surfaces do rot with time and thus they become unreliable. The situation may require you to re-roof the house depending on the extent of the damage.
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