Ten Words to Know When Talking to a Roofer

Roofing has a lot of specialized terms that can get confusing if you aren't in the roofing business. Many homeowners have asked us the meaning of a variety of roofing terms we commonly use. So, we thought we'd continue in our series of handy blog posts that list...

How Flashing Protects your Roof

The most obvious portions of the roof of your Pacific Northwest home are covered in shingles or shakes. In fact, those are the most common things people think about when considering their roofing. However, there is another component of you roof that is incredibly...

Five ways to Identify a Damaged Roof

Your roof is the most important part of your home. It keeps the interior of your house secure and keeps you dry during our Portland rain storms. Visual inspections and periodic professional roof inspections can keep that roof over your head and keep you - and your...

Your Spring Exterior Home Maintenance Checklist

Spring is right around the corner and it's time for you to prep the house! Tom Leach Roofing wants to help by providing you with a comprehensive home maintenance checklist. Just print it out and get started! Roof Examine the roof from the ground with binoculars or...

Roofing Fun Facts

The human race has lived with roofs over our heads for thousands of years. Over time, we have certainly learned a lot about creating great roofing. Here are some fun and interesting roofing facts that range all over history: Historic Did you know... some of the oldest...

Prepping Your Roof for Freezing Temperatures

It’s the time of year to prepare your home, your family, and your pets for freezing temperatures. Here are several actions you can take to make the cold snap a cozy experience.