The beautiful trees surrounding your home are worth admiring, but have you ever wondered if they could cause potential damage to your roof? The truth is that trees, despite their benefits, can indeed pose a risk to your home if they are not properly maintained and cared for. In this blog post, trusted residential roofing contractor Dior Construction explores the various ways trees can cause harm to your roof and home and offers some tips to help ensure your home stays safe and secure.
[Read more…]Why Are Professional Roofers Better Than DIY?
Replacing a roof is a huge job; it takes more than just the desire to do something yourself. It requires expertise in many aspects of the construction process—from choosing materials and tools to installation methods and final inspection. In this post, renowned local residential roofing contractor Dior Construction shares why professional roofers will always beat DIY results.
[Read more…]The Importance of Knowing Your Roof’s Age
When you get in touch with one of the residential roofing contractors in your area, you’ll be asked questions about your roofing system. One of them will be regarding its age. Now you might be wondering, “how old is my roof?”
Understanding Standing Seam Metal Roof Profiles
The term “metal roof” can be a bit vague. It is a general term that also covers a broader scope of options, materials and choices. Among the many kinds of metal roofing available, a standing seam has become more popular for both residential roofing contractors and homeowners. As a guide, we’ll discuss more of it here.
[Read more…]Split and Cracked Shingles: Are They Different?
As far as roofing systems go, an asphalt shingles installation remains the most popular roof replacement option for many homeowners. There are many advantages to asphalt shingles but, like every other roofing material, they are not without their limitations. Shingles, in particular, can be prone to common problems such as splitting and cracking.
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