Archives for 2021
October 12, 2021
Certain home improvements, such as installing a metal roof and replacing outdated windows, can give you long-term savings. Old, drafty windows will allow outside air to enter your home and cause conditioned or warm air to escape, increasing your energy costs. Meanwhile, newer, more energy-efficient units can keep you comfortable while reducing your utility bills.
October 6, 2021
What You Need to Know About Your Home’s Downspouts
Your gutters and downspouts keep your home protected against costly water damage. They divert rainwater at a safe distance from your property, protecting your exterior and landscaping. Downspouts are pipes that deliver water from the gutters to the ground or your drainage system.
September 28, 2021
Do You Need a House Wrap?
It is likely for homeowners to answer that both the roof and siding are the main forms of house protection. However, there are other components that play a part in keeping your home safe and comfortable, namely a house wrap. Roofing contractor Hinkle Roofing will talk you through it in this post.
September 16, 2021
Do’s and Don’ts Of Low-Slope Roofing Maintenance
It is always crucial to maintain the condition of your flat roof to ensure your interior remains comfortable whilst minimizing other costly structural problems. As it is a complicated process, replacement windows and roof installer Hinkle Roofing lists down the things you should and should not do when maintaining your low-slope roof.
September 7, 2021
How to Ensure Successful Roofing Projects
Roofing projects are certainly challenging and complex tasks. Because of this, it’s always encouraged to have in-depth planning and preparation to ensure a successful outcome for a repair or an installation. Here, metal roofing contractor Hinkle Roofing will share three tips to consider as you go through the process.
September 1, 2021
The Risks of DIY Roof Repairs
Many homeowners think everything can be DIY-ed. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. It’s important to note there are consequences that may occur if you resort to fixing your roof instead of calling actual roofing companies to have it done. Here, we have listed the risks when it comes to repairing your roof on your own.
August 24, 2021
3 Things to Consider While Planning a Siding Replacement
Always do your research before starting a home improvement or siding replacement project. What are the things you need to research and take into account when planning a siding replacement project? Hinkle Roofing, your trusted siding and roofing contractor, lists them below:
August 16, 2021
A Quick Guide on Roof Fire Ratings
Your roof—your home’s first line of defense against the elements—is vulnerable to fire damage. That’s because wind-driven embers can reach your roof well before wildfires do. To lower the risk of fire damage, building codes require homeowners to install fire-rated roofing materials. Hinkle Roofing, your go-to company for replacement windows and roofing shingles, elaborates further below:
August 13, 2021
3 Gutter Installation Best Practices
Always vet a gutter contractor before hiring them to make sure they’re qualified for the job. However, it wouldn’t hurt to learn more about the gutter best installation practices, which can help you evaluate the quality of your contractor’s workmanship. Hinkle Roofing, your trusted residential roofing company, lists some of the best practices you should expect from a professional gutters installer:
August 5, 2021
Why Your Roof Needs Adequate Ventilation
Without adequate ventilation, warm, humid air becomes trapped in your attic. Trapped excess moisture can, in turn, cause a host of roofing problems. Hinkle Roofing, your trusted residential and commercial roofing contractor, lists them below: