Five-inch K-style or six-inch half-round gutters should have enough capacity to protect the average home from rain and moisture damage. However, there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all approach in gutter installation projects. The correct gutter size ultimately depends on your area’s rainfall and your roof’s pitch.
In this post, our roofing contractors at Ken Morton & Sons elaborate show you how to calculate the correct size for your gutters:
… Continue ReadingIt’s a given that you’ll need to vet prospective roofing and siding contractors before hiring them. Fortunately, there are several ways to speed up the process without compromising the results. One of them is to check a contractor’s certifications.
GAF®, one of the most trusted roofing brands in the country, gives several levels of certifications, the highest of which is the Master Elite® certification. What are the benefits of working with a Master Elite contractor?
… Continue ReadingAs a homeowner, you know how important your roof is in keeping your home’s residents safe and secure. Whether it’s rain, hail, or snow, the roof is your home’s first line of defense against whatever the unpredictable weather throws at you. This is why we recommend that your roof should be checked periodically by a GAF Master Elite® roofer in order to effectively protect your home, so you can immediately spot and repair any damage that it has sustained. So what can you expect from a professional roofing inspection?
Have you ever looked around and taken in the scenic beauty of homes in your neighborhood? If you happen to glance at an asphalt shingle roof and notice crooked surfaces, take it as a case of curled shingles—a clear sign of maintenance neglect or quite simply a result of wear and tear.
High-quality roofs with durable and weather-resistant materials can last for several decades. However, a successful installation procedure does not guarantee that the roof will meet its end of service life without regular maintenance. There are still some challenges and roofing concerns that can potentially initiate a call for roof repairs and replacements. Whichever route you choose, what matters is that the solution can effectively resolve the issue at hand.
