Midwest Roofing Blog
How to Handle a Roof Leak During a Storm
Imagine another storm has rolled into town. Suddenly, you look up and notice water leaking through the ceiling. It's very important to contain the leak as much as possible to avoid further damage. Don't know where to start? Follow these tips for emergency roof...
4 Popular Roof Choices for Your Home
Deciding on a roof for your home is an investment that stays with and impacts you for decades. Cost is a major factor, but other variables like size, the complexity of the roof shape/structure, and more determine what would be best for you and your home. These four...
Questions for a Roof Inspector When Buying a New House
The quality of a house's roof is one of the most important factors to consider when buying a home, but it's also one of the hardest to judge on your own. If you have an inspector looking at the roof, make sure you ask them these four questions. Ask about the roof's...
3 Reasons to Inspect Your Chimney Before Autumn
Summer is drawing to an end, which means falling leaves, weather changes, and neighborhood critters getting ready for winter. Every season has its to-do list of home maintenance tasks and important repairs that keep your home secure and in good condition. One area...
Finding the Right Roof for your Business
Attracting customers to your business requires experience and finesse. Not only should your product or service stand out and be prime, but so should your building. To do that, you need a facade and a good roof that looks appealing and stays strong amidst...
What Are the Warning Signs of Roof Support Problems?
The majority of roofing support problems come from unsupported weight. Whether the strutting beams are the wrong size from initial building construction or the wood has weakened due to water exposure over the course of several years, weight is not being evenly and...
Maintain Your Gutters to Prolong Your Roof Edge’s Lifespan
Gutters aren't something most people notice until something goes wrong. Whether you start to see leaves trapped along the edges of your roof, notice dripping water from somewhere besides the designated spouts, or a potential tenant or home-buyer is stopping by and you...
Keep Black Marks Off Your Shingled Rooftop
If you have an asphalt rooftop, it is possible black algae will grow on your shingles if you do not take steps to prevent this natural occurrence from taking place. It will become an eyesore, have negative impacts on your curb appeal, and could even grow further and...
Spray Polyurethane Roof Coatings
Many people don't realize the amazing benefits that come along with coating their roof. It will not only extend the life of your roof, but it will prevent ponds of water from forming and leaks infiltrating your office building or home and damaging it. Spray...
Protect Your Roof from the Effects of Summer Extremes
Summer heatwaves can be brutal, and they're no good for roofing materials. Asphalt shingles are popular because they are durable, but once they get hot enough for the coating to fuse and harden, the loss of flexibility leads to cracks, curling, and gaps that rain can...
3 Ways Extreme Heat Impacts Your Roof
It's joyous summertime! The smells of freshly cut grass and chlorine fill the air, and the sounds of ice cream trucks and cheerful children ring in the distance. Your roof, on the other hand, isn't having such a great time. If you live in Southern or Midwest states,...
Considerations to Remember Before Repairing or Replacing Your Roof
Having a sturdy, protective roof is essential to a building's longevity, and it is important to consider repair or replacement if (inevitably, when) it gets damaged. However, it's not a good idea to just jump in and start hammering away. Here are a few things to...