Author: ConstructionServices

A roof system’s performance is affected by numerous factors. Knowing about the following will help you make informed roof system buying decisions: Sun: Heat and ultraviolet rays cause roofing materials to deteriorate over time. Deterioration can occur faster on the sides facing west or south. Rain: When water gets underneath shingles, shakes or other roofing…

Learn some of the basics of home and roof performance to help with your decisions about your roof.   Air Sealing: The practice of installing appropriate materials, such as caulk or foam, to stop airflow in certain areas of a home. Blower Door Test: A test used to measure a home’s airtightness and locate air…

Sometimes your contractor will use words that are familiar to them but you have no idea what they are talking about. Here’s a list of terms that will help you understand your roof: Asphalt: Asphalt is a sticky, black and highly vicious liquid or semi-solid form of petroleum. It may be found in natural deposits or may be…