Tips from Tom Leach Roofing
Roof Inspections
Your roof is the barrier between you and the rain, wind, and snow. And, with winter on the horizon, it is important to ensure your roof is in top condition. Take a look at our advice on: How to do a Roof inspection a. Review your warranty. Ensure your roof is still...
Fun (and Possibly Crazy) Rooftop Designs
We have discussed many things here, from green roofing, to roof top gardens, to types of roofing. However, there are many types of interesting, zany roofs out there today. We'll talk about some of the more extreme ideas people have come up with: The Grassy Roof/The...
Questions We Often Run Across
Roofing is a specialized industry, so we often get similar questions from our clients regarding roofing. Here are some of the more common questions, along with their answers: Q: What do you mean by a "green roof"? A: Depending on your budget, different materials can...
Tips for Saving on Your Autumn Energy Bill
Fall is a good time to get things set up for cold weather. Here are things to do around the house to see where your warm air may be going, so you can keep your home buttoned up over the winter: 1. If you can slide a dollar bill in the gaps in your windows and...
Shingles vs. Shakes
There are many different types of roofing materials, from metal roofing, to green roofing, to thatch roofs, to shingle roofs. There are two roofing terms that are often mixed up: Shingles and Shakes. These are two different types of roofing materials and we'll...
Moss on the roof
Spring and summer are the times of year when plants grow like crazy up here in the Pacific NW. One of the plants that thrive this time of year is moss. While moss is a wonderful plant in its own right, it is not great to have growing on your roof. There are ways to...
