Traditionally, asphalt shingles are the most common type of roofing used in residential homes across the United States. That being said, this doesn’t mean that asphalt is the perfect roofing material—it comes with several upsides, but asphalt shingles carry a number of downsides, as well. Therefore, before deciding whether or
Category: Roof Maintenance
How to Hang Christmas Lights Correctly
Everyone loves the warm glow of Christmas lights in the dark months of the year. However, setting them up correctly can be a daunting task if you don’t approach it with a plan. To make things easier, we’re sharing some tips for setting up your yuletide display for success. Plan
Is a Metal Roof Worth the Investment?
Is a Metal Roof Worth the Investment? When researching new roofing options, discerning home-owners should consider more than just the price. We’ve made it easy by breaking down the advantages and disadvantages of having a metal roof, so you know exactly how far your dollar will stretch! Metal panel roofs
A Checklist for Getting Your Home Ready for Cold Weather
As the weather gets colder and we move toward huddling up inside for a few months, we have an opportunity to inspect our houses and make sure that our family stays happy, healthy, and well throughout the cold months. There’s a lot to do, but we have time to do
The Best Materials for Your Roof
Realizing that you need a new roof can be overwhelming, especially considering the many variables you’ll need to account for. But, of course, one of the most important of these variables is the material you use for your new roof. If you have already gotten started on research, then you’ve
Leak Investigation & Repair
Leak Investigation & Repair Want to know what it looks like when our team comes out to identify the roof leak in your building? Read more here. We are aware a leak is the last thing you want to find in your building. Although we may be the last call
Prentiss and Frank Interview
Getting Personal With Prentiss and Frank Baker To survive and persevere in business over 100 years is no simple feat. Almost certainly, this success can be attributed to values-based family ownership and a century-old mission to do Always Good Work. In honor of National Roofing Week, we sat down with
How to Choose a Roof Color: Top 3 Things to Consider
How to Choose a Roof Color: Top 3 Things to Consider Roof color is specific to your own preference! We have a few things to consider when picking your color.> Have you been standing outside your house contemplating what color you need to pick for your new roof? Maybe spending
Does My Roof Need a Roof Vent?
As a homeowner, it’s likely that you receive a lot of conflicting advice about how to care for your property. Many companies try to fearmonger and trick you into paying for expensive repairs and replacements that you don’t need. When it comes to roofs, it is especially easy to create
The Anatomy of a Roofing Shingle
When you need a new roof installed on your home, it’s essential to understand the different components you must select for the job to have the results you desire. One of the most important decisions you must make is the type of roofing shingles you want on your new roof.