Silicone vs. Acrylic vs. Elastomeric Roof Coating: What We Use and Why
Silicone, acrylic, or elastomeric roof coating? Shane Waters of Midwest Roofing explains what each term means and how slope and ponding water decide.
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Can You Coat a Metal, TPO, EPDM, or Mod-Bit Roof?
Most commercial roofs can be coated. Shane Waters of Midwest Roofing explains which roofs qualify, when it is too late, and how roof restoration works.
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Metal Roof Coating vs. Replacement: A Commercial Roofer Explains
Is a metal roof coating just paint? Shane Waters of Midwest Roofing answers the top commercial roof coating questions on a 68,000 sq ft factory in Monett, Missouri.
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How Much Does a Roof Replacement Cost in Missouri? (2026 Prices)
Real 2026 roof replacement prices from 156 Missouri jobs, by market and house size, plus what adds cost.
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Leaves in Roof Valleys: We Tested It With a Gallon of Water
We poured a gallon of water into a leaf-filled roof valley, then a clean one. Here is the difference, why it matters, and how to clear leaves safely.
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Does Hail Damage Mean You Need a New Roof? A Missouri Homeowner’s Guide
Not every hailstorm means a new roof. Here is how Missouri homeowners can tell, what size hail does damage, and what a hail damage roof inspection includes.
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Fall Gutter Guide: What Every Missouri Homeowner Should Check Before Winter
Gutters aren’t glamorous, but they’re one of the hardest-working parts of your home. In this video, Midwest Roofing CEO Madison Plemmons walks a real project and shows what gutters do, how to tell they’re clogged, how often to clean them, and the hidden damage that shows up when they’re ignored. Grab the free printable: Download…
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How Often Should You Clean Your Gutters?
Clean your gutters at least twice a year, in late spring and late fall. Here’s when gutter guards help, and why they don’t make gutters maintenance free.
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Can Clogged Gutters Cause Roof Leaks? A Missouri Homeowner’s Guide
If you’re wondering “can clogged gutters cause roof leaks,” the answer is absolutely yes—especially in Missouri’s challenging climate. With our heavy spring thunderstorms, humid summers, autumn leaf drops, and winter ice, clogged gutters are one of the leading causes of roof leaks for homeowners throughout the Columbia to Springfield region. Want the short version? Get…
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ACV vs. RCV Insurance: What Every Homeowner Needs to Know Before Replacing Their Roof
When storm damage strikes, thousands of homeowners discover too late that their insurance won’t cover what they expected. The difference often comes down to three letters: ACV or RCV. Understanding Actual Cash Value (ACV) versus Replacement Cost Value (RCV) can mean paying $1,000 out of pocket or shouldering an $11,000+ burden. At Midwest Roofing, we…
