How to Detect a Leaky Roof

It may seem really obvious that the way to detect a leaky roof is that it's leaking all over the place. But, when a roof is leaking to that degree, it's already too late. For the most effective leak prevention, you need to find the leaky spot before it starts. Here...

Temporary DIY Fix for a Leaky Roof

When a leaky roof strikes, the roofer may not exactly be "on call". It could be during a storm or on a holiday. So, what option do you have besides buckets and cooking pots? Here is a temporary fix. This is by no means a permanent fix - and you will need to get a...

Facts about Metal Roofing

Metal roofing is relatively new to the roofing industry. Older metal roofs tend to have a specific "look" about them because that is all that was available in metal roofing. However, now we aren't limited to one style of metal roofing. Here are some interesting...

Spring Cleaning Your Roof

This is the time of year when we think about spring cleaning. While it's great to clean the interior of your home, and get your yard in order, there is another place to clean - your roof. You have two options when it comes to cleaning your roof: 1. Hire a...

5 Tips for a Healthy Home

You spend plenty of time at home - at least seven hours every day, if not much, much more time. So, how do you keep your home a healthy place to live? Here are five tips to keep your home healthy and safe: 1. Keep your home well ventilated Poorly ventilated homes...

Top 5 Interesting and Wild Green Roofs

Green roofing is the next "big thing" for a lot of people - and examples of remarkable green roofs can be found all around the internet. We wanted to share some of our favorites: 1. Ever considered living in a houseboat... with a green roof? This German company...