by United Roofing MN | May 30, 2015
Proper maintenance on a home goes a long way to help maximize the life of your residence. Over time, there are certain projects that you can delay or skip over and not have to worry about having any repercussions. Your roof on the other hand is arguably one of the most important maintenance items regarding your home. The minute you are made aware that your roof needs repairs or replacement, it is important that you partner with a professional roofing contractor as soon as possible. Read Full Post
by United Roofing MN | Nov 3, 2011
MN Roofing There are a number of things to consider when selecting a new roof system. Of course, cost and durability head the list, but aesthetics and architectural style are important, too. The right roof system is the one that balances these four considerations. Buying a New Roof – What Are The Options? Asphalt shingles—which possess an overwhelming share of the U.S. residential roofing market—can be reinforced with either organic or fiberglass materials. Although shingles reinforced with organic felts have been around much longer, fiberglass-reinforced products now dominate the market. Organic shingles consist of a cellulose-fiber (i.e., wood) base that is saturated with asphalt and coated with colored mineral granules. To fight fungus growth in warm, wet climates, they are available with special algicide granules. Fiberglass shingles consist of a fiberglass mat, top-and-bottom layers of asphalt, and mineral granules. Typically, a fiberglass mat offers greater durability, but its manufacture is important. The fire resistance of asphalt shingles, like most other roofing materials, is categorized by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) Class A, B, or C. Class A is the most fire-resistant, while Classes B and C have less fire resistance. Generally, most fiberglass shingles have Class A fire ratings, and most organic shingles have Class C ratings. UL Class A fire ratings are available for certain products that incorporate a factory-applied, fire-resistant treatment. A shingle’s reinforcement will have little effect on its appearance. Both organic and fiberglass products are available in laminated (architectural) grades that offer a textured appearance. Zinc or copper-coated ceramic granules also can be applied to either organic or fiberglass products to protect against algae attack, a...
by United Roofing MN | Oct 11, 2011
You Need a Certified Roof Inspection When Buying a New Home – Part 2 Get An Accurate Roof Inspection Report continued from Part 1 Leaking roofs, poor drainage, and clogged gutters and downspouts can all lead to water damage inside your home. This is why it is important to get a roof inspection report regularly, both for the inside and outside. It is very simple to inspect a roof from the outside as long as you have an unobstructed viewing of the rooftop. Outside Roof Inspection The following is a checklist of warning signals will help you look for any potential problem areas during an outside roof inspection. Loose or missing shingles or tiles Loose or exposed nails that can lead to leaks in the roof Dark patches on asphalt shingles or large amounts of granules in the rain gutters Sagging on the ridges or in the center of the roof Broken or loose shingles at the ridge and hip lines Rusty or corroded metal (flashing) and loose shingles in the valleys, plumbing vents or near chimneys Overflowing gutters or excess water pooling near the foundation of your home Blisters, depressions near vent pipes, separations in flashing, and clogged drains on flat roofs (popping blisters with a knife and coating them with roofing cement can prevent further damage; depressions can also be filled with roofing cement). Blistered, curled or splitting shingles Indoor Roof Inspection The following checklist includes all the problem warning signals to look for during an indoor roof inspection: 1) Sagging decking between the rafters (if the decking is sagging or deteriorating, the decking will also need to...
by United Roofing MN | Sep 8, 2011
MN Roof Leak | Roof Leak Repair MN A roof leak can result in significant damage to insulation, walls, ceilings, flooring and personal property. If undetected, a roof leak can cause rot that will endanger the structural integrity of the roof framing system and cause costly repairs.
The larger the leak, the greater the damage; however, even a pinhole leak can ruin an entire room during a single storm. According to the National Roofing Contractors Association, a roof should be inspected at least twice annually — once in the fall before the rains and again in the late spring to determine how it fared during the winter. Look for loose shingles or shakes, or, if you have a tile or slate roof, check for missing or cracked pieces. On shingle roofs, look for curling, fraying and tears at the edges. Check the flashings around chimneys, vents, skylights and other roof penetrations. They should be tight and in good condition. Maintaining good roof flashings, especially those at roof edges and penetrations, is crucial. Many roof leaks are actually flashing leaks. Sometimes a visual inspection of the roof isn’t enough. A water test may be in order. You’ll need to venture atop the roof to do this effectively. Use a firmly braced or tied-off ladder equipped with rubber safety feet and wear rubber-soled shoes to avoid slipping. Using a garden hose, run water onto the areas where a leak is most likely. For example, if there is a water stain on the ceiling just in front of the fireplace in the living room you’ll want to concentrate on that general area....
by United Roofing MN | Aug 30, 2011
Minnesota Townhouse and Condo Roofing Contractor Minneapolis MN Budget time has come and gone, Minnesota has had several tornados and rain storms, your maintenance budget has already been exhausted due to roof leaks…… and it’s only August. What do you do? You scramble to get quotes for roof replacements, have an association meeting to try to explain to the community why you need to do a special assessment or secure a loan for a capital improvement project. In the end, you hope that the project and financing are approved. Does Your Roof Have You Covered? Does this sound familiar? If so, you should know how to identify the signs that your roofs are either failing or nearing the end of their life expectancy. Here are the danger signs that you can look for: Current leaks. These leaks are most likely due to inadequate or missing underlayment, deteriorated and/or missing flashing or poor overall workmanship by the original roofing contractor. Many apparent roof leaks are actually flashing leaks. Without good, tight flashings around chimneys, vents, skylights and wall/roof junctions, water can enter a home or building and cause damage to walls, ceilings, insulation and electrical systems. Flashings should be checked as part of a biannual roof inspection and gutter cleaning. The appearance of water stains on interior ceilings and walls over the winter months. The most likely cause of these stains is an ice dam. An ice dam is a ridge of ice that usually forms either at the eave of the roof or where a side wall meets a roof edge. Once an ice dam forms, it prevents water...
Proper maintenance on a home goes a long way to help maximize the life of your residence. Over time, there are certain projects that you can delay or skip over and not have to worry about having any repercussions. Your roof on the other hand is arguably one of the most important maintenance items regarding your home. The minute you are made aware that your roof needs repairs or replacement, it is important that you partner with a professional roofing contractor as soon as possible. Read Full Post
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