Smart Ways to Save Money on a New Roof
A new roof can be a significant investment for any homeowner. That’s why when planning for a roof upgrade, the first thing you might worry about is the cost. Fortunately, there are smart ways to save money while ensuring you get the high-quality roof you need. Read on as Lankford Roofing & Construction LLC explores some of the best money-saving tips when getting a new roof. […]
Storm Damage Settlement: Getting a Fair Offer
Storm damage can be devastating, and you must receive a fair settlement for the costs associated with repairing or replacing your roof. Unfortunately, many homeowners are unaware that they do not have to accept the initial offer and can negotiate a better deal. But how do you know when to accept what has been offered? Continue reading for some tips. […]
Asphalt Shingles: What Can You Do to Prolong Their Life?
Millions of Americans have chosen asphalt shingles to protect their properties. Homeowners prefer this material due to its cost-effectiveness and beauty. It can last for a long time with proper installation and maintenance. One of the area’s leading roofing contractors gives tips on prolonging the lifespan of asphalt shingles. […]
Do You Need HOA Approval for a Roof Replacement?
If you live in a neighborhood regulated by a homeowner’s association (HOA), there are numerous benefits, but they also come with some drawbacks. When you’re booking for a roof replacement job, you should always try to seek approval from your HOA. Here’s why. […]
What Should You Do if a Tree Falls on Your Roof?
According to the National Storm Damage Center, the damage caused by falling trees have amounted to as much as one billion dollars worth of property damage. If you have trees on your property, knowing what to do in case a tree falls on your roof can help keep the damage to a minimum. Maintain a Safe Distance Try to maintain as much distance from the fallen tree as possible. If there’s an unaffected part of the house, have your family stay there in the meantime. Evacuate to a separate dwelling like a guest house or at a neighbor’s if possible. [...]
Debunking Common Myths About Wind Damage on Roofs
Wind damage is a common problem on roofs, and it is more common in areas that are prone to extreme weather. After a storm, it is still a good idea to have your roof checked even if it appears fine because small issues can quickly escalate when not addressed. […]
How Do You Know if You Have an Aging Roof?
It is normal for your roof to deteriorate as it ages, just like any other part of your house. Various factors can affect the longevity of a roofing system, including installation, the quality of material and exposure to the elements. Moreover, with regular maintenance, you can delay the need for a roof replacement. […]
A Quick Guide to Standing Seam Metal Roofing Profiles
Standing seam metal roofing is known as the gold standard in metal roofing projects. They are high quality, cost-effective and low maintenance, and it comes in different profiles. […]
What Does a Good Roofing Warranty Look Like?
Because getting a new roof involves a lot of money, you need to make sure it is protected by a good warranty in case problems with the material or installation compromises its performance. What exactly should a good roofing warranty look like? […]
A Quick Guide to Roof-Damaging Hailstones
Hailstorms are one of the biggest natural threats to your home’s exterior. To make things worse, hailstorms can be very unpredictable because they can happen even during the summer season. Still, roofing contractors say that it helps to have a better understanding of the types of hailstones that can damage your roof. […]
4 Reasons Behind a Sagging Roof
Have you recently checked your roof and noticed that it’s sagging? It is common for roofs to sag over time, and there are different reasons why this happens. In this post, roofing contractors from Lankford Roofing & Construction share four of these reasons. […]
A Guide to Standing Seam Metal Roofing Clips
Standing seam metal roofing is one of the most dependable types of roofing systems popular among both commercial and residential property owners. Although the metal panels themselves are durable, much of the system’s resilience also relies on the clips that keep those panels in place. Here’s a quick rundown of these clips. […]
What Are the ABCs of Roofing Storm Damage?
Extreme weather events can cause significant damage to your home. If your home has been hit by a storm, it’s always a good idea to have your roof checked. It’s because some kinds of damage are difficult to detect unless they have spread or affected other areas of the house. […]
Storm Damage ABCs: A Quick Guide
Weather events are unpredictable, so you should never underestimate the damage that a storm can cause your roofing. Generally, it is recommended to have roofers come to your home following a severe storm so that they can evaluate any damage that your roof may have suffered. But you also need to do some items on your own. […]
Roofing Warranties
A roofing warranty is only as good as the established roofing company who includes all the warranty information on their proposal. […]
Metal Roof Replacement
A roof on your home is more than just curb appeal, a metal roof installed correctly will be leak proof and hold up to the elements in all climates. […]
Why Roofing Is More Than Just About Curb Appeal
The right type of roofing can add to your home’s curb appeal. However, your roof’s exterior design is just one of several things you should take into account when choosing a roof replacement. After all, roofing is not just about looks – it’s also about making sure your home is protected. […]
6 Components of a Complete Asphalt Shingle Roofing System
The standard asphalt shingle roofing system is made up of a complex layer of components working together to keep your home safe and damage-free. By learning more about the parts that make up your roof, keeping up with its maintenance becomes simpler to do. […]
What to Keep in Mind When Choosing Asphalt Shingle Colors
Roof replacement is a huge deal – it’s that one project where you’ll want to make sure you have all the bases covered. For example, aside from durability and energy performance, you should also take into account the color of your new asphalt shingles. Your new roof should contribute to increased curb appeal, after all. Here are some consideration when selecting new shingles. […]
EPDM vs. TPO Flat Roofing: Which Is Best for Your Property?
Ethylene propylene diene terpolymer (EPDM) and thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) are two flat roofing materials you should consider for your property. These two options are both durable and energy-efficient. They also come with their own set of pros and cons. […]
Commercial Roof: 3 Warning Signs You Need a Replacement
Most of the time, the roof on top of commercial buildings boasts a higher durability and longer lifespan than some residential options. Although that is the case, it doesn’t exempt them from damage. Generally, commercial roofing problems would require repairs to get back to its normal state, but when the overall health and performance of your system is severely compromised, a full replacement is necessary. […]
Why Find a Good Roofer Before You Need to Replace Your Roof
Whenever you need to have some work done on your roof, you need to ensure that you get the right roof repair contractors to get the job done. However, some homeowners tend to leave the search for a roofer at the last minute when they finally need to replace their roofing system. While there’s nothing wrong with doing this, there are benefits to finding a roofer beforehand. […]
Metal Myths Debunked: Do Metal Roofs Attract Lightning?
Lightning rods are made of metal, so it must mean that metal roofs attract lightning as well, right? Unfortunately, this is a widespread myth. For What Lightning Rods Are Used? First off, lightning rods are intended as a precautionary measure against lightning, not something that attracts them. It channels the current electrical current into the ground to prevent any damage to the building. While lightning strikes remain unpredictable, scientists have singled out several factors that influence the occurrence of lightning strikes, none of which include metal’s composition. The Timing and Location of Lightning Strikes Geography, topography and the movement of [...]
Finding the Right Mix: Composite Shingles’ Advantages
It’s not unusual to make quite a few compromises while shopping for a new roof. To be effective, a roof needs to have a certain combination of qualities. Often, however, roofing materials just excel in one or two areas. If there isn’t a single material that possesses all the ideal qualities in a roof, how then can you ever hope to find the right roof for your home? You must pick the right mix of materials. […]
Common Problem Areas of Your Roof System
Your roof protects your home from the elements. So, maintaining it regularly is of the utmost importance. Checking certain trouble areas helps you get ahead of issues that may compromise its structural integrity and performance. […]
How the Summer Heat Affects Flat Roof Systems
The summer season and the heat that it brings can wear flat roof systems down. That said, commercial property owners and facilities managers must lead the way in making sure the tops of buildings are well-maintained. Being aware of the ways the sun affect roofs helps prolong their service life and avoid costly repairs. […]
How the Owens Corning® New Roofing System Defends Your Home
The roof is the first line of defense against the weather for your home so it’s important to purchase high-quality roofing materials. You have no shortage of choices when it comes to roofing materials that can thoroughly protect your home. However, while you do have an abundance of choices, there is one new roofing system that can do an even better job compared to your average roofing system, and that’s the Owens Corning® Total Protection Roofing System®. […]
Proactive vs. Reactive Maintenance: Which One Is Better?
As your roofing contractors will tell you, it’s important that you conduct proper maintenance on your roof. After all, it’s one of your home’s first line of defense so keeping it in shape can benefit you and your home in the long run. With that in mind, you can perform either reactive and proactive maintenance. Some homeowners make the mistake of thinking reactive is better than proactive. However, there are actually reasons why the opposite is true. […]
How to Prevent Waterproofing Issues in Commercial Properties
Waterproofing commercial properties is very important because it helps preserve the building. If your waterproofing is failing, your property may develop cracks and other structural issues. You can hire roof replacement contractors to help you fix the issues, but it helps to understand how waterproofing works. […]
A Beginner’s Guide to Shingle Granule Loss
All homeowners with an asphalt shingle roof should be aware of a certain thing called granule loss. Understanding what granule loss is will go a long way in getting the most value from your roof. Here’s a closer look at granule loss as described by one of the top roof replacement contractors in the area, Lankford Roofing & Construction LLC. […]
How Thermal Splitting of Asphalt Shingles Occurs
Untrained eyes won’t be able to tell the difference between cracking and thermal splitting of asphalt shingles. Professional roofers, however, can differentiate the two easily. Cracks are limited to the surface of the asphalt layer while thermal splits go through the entire shingle panel. In today’s post, Lankford Roofing & Construction LLC, your reliable roof replacement contractors, explain how thermal splitting can affect your asphalt shingles. […]
Getting to Know the Timberline HD® Shingles by GAF
Choosing your roofing materials should be based on various criteria that go beyond external appearances. Luckily, you don’t have to choose between form and function when you pick Timberline HD® Shingles by GAF. Even your local roof replacement contractors will agree that these shingles are the best of their kind on the market. […]
The Qualities of a Good Roofing Contractor
Working with local roof replacement contractors is vital to the success of your roofing project. You need to work with a reliable and trustworthy roofer that can deliver good results and stand by the work they do. In this post, your local experts at Lankford Roofing & Construction LLC discuss the qualities of a good roofing contractor. […]
Our Commercial Roofing Solutions
Your business establishment’s roofing should be tough and serve your specific business’ needs. But, how do you know what’s available in the market, and what is the correct material for your enterprise? […]
