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Sometimes when homeowners are advised to insulate their attics, they turn down the idea based on cost. Having your attic insulated does come at a price, of course – but it’s not as expensive as you might think. Plus, residential attic insulation saves money in several ways over the years.  Those savings will soon allow …

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Are you building a new house or planning to replace your current roof? Are you considering a metal roof over traditional asphalt shingles? If so, you probably have a few questions about metal roofing. One of those questions should be regarding how long the roof will last.  Metal roofing is highly durable and one of …

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When your home needs a new roof, you might plan on spending little time going through color options. Your focus might be more on the type and quality of shingles you want for your home. Should you go with the same color you currently have? Does roof shingle color matter overall? It might not seem …

Color: Does It Matter When It Comes To Residential Roofing Shingles? We Think So- Here’s Why: Read More »

Running a safety checklist on your home after a severe storm is as important as running the same one before, but for different reasons. After the storm, you’re checking how well the measures you put into place to protect your home held up and, more importantly, if there is any storm damage, particularly to the …

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Dusty, cramped, stuffy, and congested, the attic is not the most welcoming place in your home. But that’s no call to ignore it. The attic is vital in keeping your home safe and comfortable – if adequately insulated.   But who installs insulation in attics? Should you do it yourself or hire a professional roofer? As …

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Are you looking for more information on roofing in winter? As winter approaches, it’s time to start thinking about your home’s roof. However, shingle roof replacement in winter can be daunting, not to mention dangerous. But fret not. We’re here to help. Here’s a complete guide to winter roofing in Alabama. Why replace the roof …

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Four a.m. Drip–drip–drip. Uh oh! Emergency roof leak—who to call? Well, take a breath. Your Birmingham-area home’s roof will not collapse in the next hour from a small roof leak. You may not even have an emergency roof leak. Let’s take a closer look. 

No wonder the daily struggle is real; the average homeowner has to incorporate science, technology, and accounting in every decision. Take insulation. You may not even know how insulation works (psst — by resisting air flow) or how insulation resistance is measured. But you need to know so you spend your hard-earned money wisely. 

“Shoot for the moon; even if you miss, you will be among the stars.” That saying is cute but nonsensical; the moon is only 250,000 miles from earth, while the nearest star (our own Sun) is 372 times farther away, at a distance of 93 million miles. Other sayings, like “complete roof replacement,” often do …

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Though it looks like one solid piece sitting atop your Alabama home, your roof is really an integrated system of parts. You might see shingles, but have you ever wondered what goes under roof shingles? Consider these five additional components you cannot see but help your roof protect your home. 

Congratulations! Your Birmingham-area home needs a complete roof replacement! That may not strike everyone as good news, but needing a new roof is a great opportunity. You have many choices in replacement roofing material, like shingles or metal panels. You also can ensure your home stays current with building regulations. 

How much damage is too much? Wreck a wedding cake, and you could be unhappily “famous.” Let a storm wreck your roof, and you could be fighting mold and respiratory infections. Your roof is not meant to sustain a series of “minor” roof problems before you contact your local residential roofer.

Every now and then, an Alabama homeowner in the midst of renovations will discover antique newspapers stuffed inside the walls of the house. From a period spanning the late 19th and early 20th centuries, newspapers were a cheap method of insulating a house. They were not especially effective, but fuel costs were low, and Alabamans …

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Change the batteries on your smoke detectors and CO monitors every six months. Change your toothbrush every three months. How often should you need to replace your roof? It depends on the type of roof you have and what you have done to extend its life. 

How many pots and pans do you have in your Birmingham home? According to Hollywood, you will need all of them if your roof is leaking. While that may be a slight exaggeration, a leaky roof definitely dampens your day. Residential roof inspection and repair services can help you live a better life. 

Your Birmingham-area home is too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter. You call your HVAC guy and consider upgrading your entire heating and cooling system. But have you stopped to think about what your attic insulation looks like? Attic insulation can make a huge difference in your home. 

Some folks are born listmakers. Others, mainly homeowners, learn the value of lists and checklists because their homes need a little TLC. Having a residential roofing inspection checklist is a good safeguard against roofing headaches for every homeowner. 

Ah, the Sunny South. It’s just pecan pie, mild winters, and mint juleps day in, day out. For anyone living in the Tennessee Valley, you know it’s nonsense. We have a lot of rough weather. We may not get six feet of snow like Vermonters, but we face intense storms. Our roofs need to be …

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You know you need a new roof and you have already settled on America’s most popular residential roofing material, the shingle. How can you update the look of your Birmingham-area home, choose the right shingle and color, and get it installed without worry? Here are five tips to determine what roof shingles are best. 

Can you name a brand of chicken that features 11 herbs and spices? Sure you can. The reason? Only one brand, KFC, can make that claim. Can you name a brand of insulation that is pink? Again, you sure can: reliable, efficient Owens Corning Fiberglas™ insulation. But let’s find out: “Why is Owens Corning insulation …

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Blown-in attic insulation is as easy as 1-2-3. Your major decision is not where the insulation should go, but who puts it there. You can solve this problem quickly by relying on a local, helpful insulation contractor. 

You already knew blown-in insulation was better than rolled-out fiberglass batts. Good for you, and better for your budget; you have saved a lot of money over the years! But now you look at the insulation and see it has settled over time. The ready answer: your local, helpful insulation contractor ready to install fresh …

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Kids hate tests. Adults, amazingly, seek them out online and in waiting room magazines. Here’s a test many Alabama homeowners would fail: when should insulation be replaced? Here are all the cliff notes you need to earn an A+. 

Attic insulation is intended to make your Alabama home more comfortable while saving you money on energy costs. We say “intended” because attic insulation has three natural enemies: age, gravity, and moisture. 

What does a leaky roof look like? Is it the slow drip-drip-drip of water soaking your attic insulation? Is it a patch of stained drywall on a ceiling you just notice five minutes before company arrives?  Most leaky roofs are not caused by heavy storm damage where half your roof peels away. No, a leaky …

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Personal finance gurus often tell you to save for life’s unexpected challenges and to use credit sparingly for the fun stuff. Unfortunately, most homeowners — nearly 75 percent — avoid saving and too often borrow for vacations, says MarketWatch. Faced with a choice to get your roof repaired or go to Disney World, what would …

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Roofs may seem simple, but they are actually entire, complex, interrelated systems. From ridge vents to field shingles to soffit vents and more, a roof has many connected parts. If even one part fails, your whole roof can suffer. Even if you are doing preventative maintenance, your roof will still get damaged. Here are the …

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Two real-life problems: you need a new roof; you don’t have the money. We have all been in tight financial spots, but with roof replacement, you are risking everything you own when you delay. Think about it: your home’s roof protects all your other possessions. With an attached garage, that includes the family autos, too. …

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A roof warranty is a type of insurance policy. It insures your roof against manufacturer’s defects — and sometimes against installer’s errors — for a limited time. The weaker the warranty, the shorter the time. Is paying extra for a better warranty worthwhile? 

Not-so-subtle indicators proving you need a new roof for your home might be a gaping hole, extensive leaks, or storm damage. What about the more subtle signs your roof needs to be replaced?

The word “average” is an interesting word. If you have two people in a room and one has $2 and the other has $98, on average they each have $50. While the average new residential roof takes about a day to install, that does not mean your roof will take one working day. Your roof …

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What are the hallmarks of the best residential roofing contractor? Should you look for a local address, manufacturers’ credentials, neighbors’ testimonials, or anything else? What makes one residential roofing contractor stand above the rest? This is not an academic question if your home needs roof repair, maintenance, or full roof replacement. 

When signing a contract with a roofer for a new roof, many a homeowner must wonder exactly what is included in roof replacement. It is an enormous job, one that first puts your home at some risk before protecting it for decades into the future.

John D. Rockefeller was one of the wealthiest Americans to have ever lived. Worth roughly $189 billion in today’s terms according to Wealthy Matters, Rockefeller routinely gave dimes away to little children. He knew the value of saving and encouraged his young audiences to save and invest. Energy Star-rated shingles are one way to both …

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Seasons now seem replaced by flavors. We go not from fall to winter, but from pumpkin-spice season to mulled cider season to — well, you get the point.

The folks at Home Advisor say a new roof on a Birmingham-area home will cost between $5,129 – $10,015, with a national average price of around $7,500. On the other hand, Cost Owl says to expect a cost of $2,500 to $6,000 for a 2,000-square-foot roof. For a third opinion, Cost Versus Value says a …

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Birmingham homes whose roofs reveal themselves and add a stunning finish to the home facade deserve the beauty and drama of architectural shingles. Such steep-slope roofs make the roof a highly visible part of the first glimpse anyone has of your single biggest asset, your home.

When it comes to any damage which has occurred to your roof, the hope usually is to simply have it repaired.

Your Birmingham-area home deserves the best the roofing industry has to offer, right? That means the best local contractor, paired with the best big player in the roofing industry. That would be Owens Corning, a $6.4 billion company marketing America’s #1 shingle brand.

No homeowner really wants to need roof repair, but no roof lasts forever. When you have a leak, loose shingles, or other issues, it’s time to address that roof repair before the damage gets worse. But how can you find a reputable company to help you with the project? Here are a few things that …

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  Your roof is an important part of your home. It’s your first line of defense against the sun, rain, and many other weather elements. If you want to keep your roof in the best possible condition, it’s good to get a free roof inspection from at least once a year. A free roof inspection …

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Residential roofs require a periodic inspection from professionals. Instead of worrying about how to fix your own roof, it’s best to let a trained expert deal with assessing what type of maintenance is needed. Here’s a checklist for you to prepare for a roof inspection or repair.

  Whether you had a major storm or you’ve noticed your roof is declining, roof repair is on your to-do list. There are plenty of companies you could call since Birmingham is full of businesses of every kind. But you’re better off contacting a local roofing company to help you with your roof repair–here’s why!

If your home is in need of roof repair, you’re going to want to leave it to the professionals. There’s nothing that you will need to do to your roof in order to prep it for repair work either; in fact, you should keep off the roof altogether to avoid potentially injuring yourself. However, there …

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Spring is an ideal time to tackle maintenance around your home’s exterior, like tidying up the landscaping, freshening up paint and caulk, cleaning the gutters and pressure-washing the siding and deck. When you’re making your list of spring maintenance tasks, make sure you prioritize roof repairs so winter wear and tear doesn’t escalate into leaks …

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The roof over your head is your family’s first line of defense against the elements, and it protects your home’s structure and contents too. Constant exposure to the weather can take a toll on your roof, but you can catch developing issues early on and keep it in good repair by scheduling a yearly inspection …

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The start of a new year is an opportunity to take measures with your roof that can keep your home free from damage and let you avoid costly, unnecessary repairs. Implementing the following maintenance-related resolutions can reduce the likelihood that you’ll face shingle roof repairs in 2018:

  If your roof gets damaged by high winds, hail, falling debris or other accidental causes, you’ll need to file an insurance claim to cover the cost of shingle roof repairs or a replacement. When such damage occurs, you need get your claim settled quickly and fairly to safeguard your home and protect your investment. …

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If the roof on your Huntsville-area home is due for replacement, upgrading to standing seam metal roofing is an option that’s well-worth considering. Standing seam metal roofing systems typically last two to three times longer than shingle roofs and provide other impressive benefits including superb wind, hail, and fire resistance.

  Landscape plantings can give a home a warm ambiance, but they can also cause costly residential roofing damage. Here’s some helpful advice on how to keep your landscaping from damaging your home’s roof.

  If you’re like most homeowners, you might use your unfinished attic for storage, but you don’t visit it often or give much thought to how well it’s insulated. You might be surprised to learn that the amount of insulation on your attic floor directly affects your day-to-day life and your household operating costs.

  The roof of your home is your first line of defense and protects you and your family from the elements. In Athens in the summer that means a glaring sun, summertime storms, and coastal winds. To increase the lifetime of your roof and keep it healthy and strong, try following these 3 tips:

    A roof replacement is a major investment for most homeowners. If the time has come to replace your roof, you should also look at it as an opportunity to increase your potential ROI. Here are three ways to maximize your home’s value with a new roof:

  Your roof wears many hats. It’s responsible for protecting and enhancing your home investment, and your roof affects lifetime energy and home maintenance costs. When it’s time to replace your roof, which may occur only once or twice during your home ownership, you want a roofing material and design that gives you the most …

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You love your home and you want it to stay in good condition and looking great. Perhaps no other home system contributes more to these goals, along with the protection of your interior systems, than your shingle roof. Show your shingle roofing system some tender loving care to help it do its job to perfection. …

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If you love your Athens-area home and plan to live in it a long time, you want it to look great year in, year out. A metal roof on your home is not only eye-catching, it can add value to your home, boost energy efficiency and outlast just about every other part of your home.

The average roof accounts for a large portion of a home’s exterior. Though your roof’s primary function is to protect you and your loved ones from the elements, you want it to make a statement and complement your home’s aesthetics or even drive curb appeal. If you are replacing your existing roof or designing a …

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If you have a “you get what you pay for” mindset, you might think that free roof inspections are too good to be true. The truth is, many reputable local roofing companies offer this valuable service to homeowners at no cost and with no obligation.

  A new roof is a big expense that’s difficult to fit into most household budgets. If you’ve been advised that your roof needs replacement and you’re debating different ways to cover the cost, roof financing is an option that’s well worth considering. While paying interest on a roofing loan can seem like a steep …

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  The roof on your home sits fully exposed to the weather, so it’s bound to suffer the effects of wear and aging over time. If you don’t take proactive steps to keep it in good condition, minor problems can escalate into expensive repairs or even a premature roof replacement.

  For many reasons, a roof inspection is essential for homeowners to schedule at least once a year. If you put off a roof inspection, serious damage can occur quickly and easily. Extra roof repair, a full roof replacement, and extreme damage to the inside of your home can be the result of waiting to …

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  You may be thinking about installing a new roof or repairing an existing roof. One of the first questions you’ll come across is which roofing company you will have do the work for you. That is, unless you are considering doing the work yourself. If you are a DIY person there are some points …

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Owens Corning shingle roofing will give your home a new look while adding to its value. There are eight different shingle lines with a variety of styles and colors available to add curb appeal to your home. The architecture of your home will help you determine the best style of shingles for your new roof.

  It can be difficult to know when to call your roofing contractor concerning the current condition of your roof, especially if you don’t know what to look for. Your shingle roof should last up to 20 years when maintained properly. There are many components that can lead to a roof replacement:

  Without a well-maintained, healthy roof, your home is literally at risk from the elements.  Here are 10 easy easy spring-cleaning projects that will help to bolster the strength and longevity of your roof. 

  With the holiday season behind us and cooler weather at hand, January marks the perfect time of year to evaluate the energy efficiency of your home. Energy efficiency comes in many forms – here are 10 that we came up with to get you started on the right foot.

Whether your roof is aging – or if you have recently installed a new shingle roof on your home – you may wonder how long you can actually expect it to last.  The total lifespan of your roof will depend on a few variables:

  Making your home more energy-efficient can reap some big dividends through lower energy bills and increased comfort. For example, having the right amount of insulation can help keep your home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. In addition to the energy savings, there are many ways for Alabama homeowners to save …

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Metal roofs are becoming increasingly common, and for good reason. Here’s a look at five surprising benefits of this durable and affordable roofing choice.

The heat of summer is slowly transitioning into more comfortable autumn temperatures.  With cool mornings and earlier evenings upon us, now is the time to think of autumn spruce-ups, from roof repair to interior remodeling.

Working in and around Birmingham, the team at Yellowhammer Roofing enjoys watching the seasons unfold. Summer is a busy time for roof repair and reroofing but is also the hottest time to be up on roofs. We look forward to autumn and winter in Alabama, because the cooler weather is more comfortable for us while we are …

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Huntsville’s summer heat means long days, a search for cool relief, but also opportunity to spruce up your home.

  Homeowners in Huntsville and the surrounding area have little to worry about in terms of frozen precipitation.  However, Alabama weather can still wreak havoc on your home.  The question is – did you choose a roof that can stand up to these challenges? When it comes to shingle roof replacement, know your environmental enemies, and …

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  Metal roofing is in high demand and many homeowners in Alabama are including them as part of their home construction. When installed properly, a metal roof can offer protection for the property for many years. They are durable and energy efficient – as well as beautiful to behold.  Here are some of the main reasons why homeowners love metal …

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  Improving Historic, Old Homes If you own an older home in the Florence-Muscle Shoals area, you probably love the old school charm and historic feel. There’s a downside to this charm, however, as the majority of old homes were not built to today’s standards of insulation and other aspects of energy efficiency. While there …

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  Owning a home comes with expenses that simply cannot be avoided. However, you can reduce those expenses by reducing your home’s energy cost. Reducing your home’s energy cost is simple by following the tips below: