Resources
Chimney Roof Leak
Problem: Leaking through the roofing system around the chimney area of the roof. Solution: Re-flash the chimney to roof transition. The flashing is improper or failing, causing water to penetrate into the roofing system. Remove the existing roofing around the base of...
Inadequate Insulation
Problem: Hard to insulate areas or lack of insulation. Solution: Super Therm® a ceramic based, water-borne, insulating coating, designed to block heat load, moisture penetration, and air infiltration over a surface and reduce energy costs. Super Therm® is a coating,...
Rusted Metal Roofing
Problem: Surface rust creating an unattractive appearance and damaging the integrity of your roofing, walls, or other metal systems. Solution: Rust Grip®, an encapsulating coating which will seal virtually any surface and protect it against corrosion, weather and...
General Home Inspection Points
Exterior: Roof - check for leaking, curling shingles, granule loss, loose flashing's, and missing shingles. Siding- check for exposed wood, peeling paint, missing siding, damaged siding, and foundation cracks. Eave troughs - check for leaking, clogs in water flow,...
Ice Damming Prevention
How do I protect my home against ice dams? Ice dams are formed when heat from the inside of a home escapes into the attic and warms the roof decking during the winter. This heat, combined with heat from the sun, can melt snow on the roof. Melting snow then runs down...