Inspecting your roof and fixing any problems before the heavy snow arrives in the mountains can help prevent expensive damage. Here are some tips to ensure your roof is ready to handle the snow and ice ahead. Ensure that downspouts, gutters, chimney caps and other...
Choosing the right material for your roof involves finding the right balance of appearance, cost and durability. Here are the approximate lifespans for the most popular roof materials. Asphalt or Fiberglass Shingles Lifespan: 15 to 50 years The main advantage of...
Shingle roofs are far and away the most popular roofing material in the U.S. Asphalt shingles are less inexpensive to buy and install compared to other roofing materials such as tile, composite and metal roofs. Depending on the materials and construction, shingle...
Ventilation is important for preventing premature aging and damage to a roof caused by snow, moisture and heat. Venting allows for a consistent flow of cool, dry air through an attic, ensuring that air can enter and exit through an intake and exhaust system. Proper...
Colorado is an ideal climate for ice dams to form, with plenty of snow and a freeze-thaw cycle of sunny days and frigid nights. Ice dams occur when the outside temperature is below freezing, the roof top temperature is above freezing, and there is snow on the roof....
In the Colorado mountain environment severe summer storms often bring large hail. When hail strikes, many property managers and homeowners will simply look at their roof and, if they don’t see any torn shingles or dents, assume that there is no damage....
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