How is the price of a roof determined?
The number of stories a building has is one influence on the final cost of a new roof. The steepness of the roof Material costs… Read More »How is the price of a roof determined?
The number of stories a building has is one influence on the final cost of a new roof. The steepness of the roof Material costs… Read More »How is the price of a roof determined?
A reputable roofing contractor will not charge for an estimate.
The latest statistics place the average charge for a new roof at $8,000. Depending on your roof’s size and the type of shingle, roof replacement… Read More »What should I pay for a new roof?
A rule of thumb is that your gutters should be cleaned in the late spring and early autumn. Anytime rain channels become clogged, you should… Read More »How often do gutters need cleaning?
An internet search for “gutter cleaning Houston” leads to a list of several companies that offer that service.
Repairing a gutter means resecuring a section of channel that has come loose. If smooth gutter spikes hold the drooping track in place, they should… Read More »How are gutters repaired?
Ventilation prevents damaging ice from building-up under the shingles. Adequate airflow thwarts the growth of mold and mildew.
Ridge vents provide more efficient ventilation than box (turtle) vents extending the life of the roof. Being invisible from the ground makes ridge venting more… Read More »Which is better ridge vents or box vents?
Installing all three vent options, static exhaust, ridge, or soffit, involves cutting holes in the roof. Wood screws hold soffit vents to the underside of… Read More »How is roof ventilation installed?
A metal roof costs $5.50-$14.00 per square foot. Asphalt shingles range in price from $3,50-$7.00 per-square-foot. The final bill for a 1,200 square-foot metal roof… Read More »What does a metal roof cost vs. asphalt shingles?