After a hurricane has damaged your roof, speed is of the essence. If there are holes or leaks, you’ll want to place buckets or pots beneath them to trap falling water. Also, remove any valuables from your attic (so long as it’s safe), cordon off any...
The importance of hurricane preparedness cannot be overstated, and while it’s important to keep your documents, evacuation routes, emergency kits, and other plans in order, it’s equally important to strengthen your home, attend to any unfinished home projects, and understand what steps to take to...
It’s the time of the year that we start to see hurricanes forming the most. In fact, we have ongoing three consecutive years of hurricane landfall in Florida in the month of September. If you aren’t already, it’s beneficial to be as prepared as far...
Cleaning your roof can not only make it look better, but can extend its life too. Whether your roof is brand-new or years old, here’s what you can to do to keep it in the best possible shape to prevent having to replace it prematurely. Trimming...
Condensation can be a problem for both your roof and attic. In this blog, Universal Roof and Contracting takes an in-depth look at roof and attic condensation, its effects and how it should be addressed without resorting to an unplanned roof replacement. What Causes Indoor Condensation? Indoor...
It's summer in Florida, and everyone is trying to find the best ways to avoid those higher energy bills that come with higher temps. And residents in Kissimmee have already broke a record in electricity consumption just a month into the summer. And what is...
If you own a home in Florida, you probably know that checking on your roof around this time of year is very important as spring showers linger on and hurricane season approaches. But did you know that shingles alone don’t completely cover joints, corners or any...
The answer is simply, YES. The material that connects the roof overhang and the side of a home or building is the soffit. Exterior soffits can be found in the span beneath rafter tails while the fascia is the horizontal band that lies exposed at the...
When was the last time you conducted a roofing inspection? You can avoid leaks, drainage problems and expensive fixes down the line by making sure your roofing system is functioning well. Here is a roof inspection checklist to help ensure a healthy roof. 1 . Broken...
What Is a Roof Puncture? A roof puncture occurs when weight and sharp pressure creates a hole in roofing material. Punctures are dangerous because they are easily overlooked, more than other types of roofing damage. Moisture may then leak into the vulnerable areas of the roof. Weather...
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