by tomleachroofing | Nov 17, 2011 | Portland Roofers, Roof Care, Roofers, Skylight, Tips, Winter Roof Care
The rain and wind are really hitting us, branches are becoming bare, and the nights are getting extremely cold. Here’s a list of honey do’s to prepare for the winter: 1. Clean up your gutters and drains. 2. Get any mold or algae removed from your roof. 3....
by tomleachroofing | Nov 6, 2011 | Green Roofing, Leaky Roof, Portland Roofers, Roof Materials, Traditional roofing
There are many different choices when it comes to types of roofs. Here’s a list: – Composition: This is generally an asphalt shingle roof. Various types of shingles have different lengths of warranties. It’s always a good idea to find out what...
by tomleachroofing | Oct 17, 2011 | Leaky Roof, Portland Roofers, Roof Care, Roofers, Roofing, Tips, Winter Roof Care
Extreme ice build up isn’t very common here in Portland, Oregon, but it does happen and it can damage your roof. So, what’s the safest way to remove ice from your roof? First of all, the best solution for this problem is prevention. You can prevent ice...
by tomleachroofing | Oct 10, 2011 | Estimates, Leaky Roof, Portland Roofers, Roofing
The classic sign that a roof needs repair is that it’s leaking. But what else should you look for? There are different signs of damage for different roofs. Here are some of them: Cedar or shake roof: A cedar or shake roof needs repair or replacement if you can...
by tomleachroofing | Sep 11, 2011 | Portland Roofers, Roofers, Roofing, Traditional roofing
Not only does your roof keep rain off your head, your roof gives your home quite a bit of character. If the color of your roof is off or the style doesn’t match your home, it changes the look and character of your home. For example, historic Portland homes like...
by tomleachroofing | Sep 6, 2011 | Portland Roofers, Roof Materials, Roofing
While the original roofing material mostly consisted of mud and straw, today we have many choices when it comes to roofing materials. You can use shingles, metal roofing, tiles, slate, wood, and more. So, how do you make a decision with your roofer about which...
