With autumn already here, home and business owners in Morris County know that another New Jersey winter will be coming, and that can be rough on a building that’s not properly prepared, especially the roof. If you want to make sure that your home is ready to face another winter, there are a few things…
A roof is one of those things we take for granted unless it stops working and starts leaking. When it comes to roof repairs, it pays to tackle problems early, stopping small issues from becoming major repairs and hard-to-bear expenses. Whether you need a small repair or full roof replacement, American Home Contractors is your…
There are two aspects of your home’s structure that matter more than most: the foundation and the roof. And while people often worry about foundational issues, many homeowners ignore their roofs until its too late. Do you know the dangers of neglecting roof repair and replacement? Five Reasons You Must Take Action There’s a long…
There are many reasons to keep your roof in tip-top shape. For starters, not only will leaks dampen your spirits, but they can also cause irreparable water damage in your insulation and walls. A good roof can also increase your home’s efficiency, lowering your overall heating costs. Besides that, it can raise your property values…
No one wants to deal with having to replace the shingles on their roof, but if you live in your home for more than 20 years, it’s likely to become necessary. Shingles age and the flashing around the corners of your roof start to wear down, increasing your risk of leaks and damages during a…
Most people think that a new roof is nothing more than just nailing up some shingles. It takes more than just shingles to protect your home. It takes an integrated system of components and layers designed to withstand the forces of nature outside while controlling temperature and humidity inside. A complete roofing system installed by…
A new roof is a major renovation project. It can take a toll on both your budget and your time. But unlike add-ons and expansions, you have a roof already. The key here is making it last. Many roofs are too poorly cared for, and that’s the reason replacements are needed when a roof might…
I recently fount this FresHome Article “The 10 Most Common Causes of Roof Leaks”, and thought it would be a great tool for homeowners, especially this season. Here’s the list: How does this help? Unfortunately for homeowners, once you see a leak, you panic. You feel trapped. Unless you have a roofer in the house…
Ice dams occur when heat trapped in your attic rapidly melts the snow on your roof and the resulting water trickles down and refreezes at the eaves of your roof (gutter line). Water pools up against the ice dam, and can penetrate beneath your shingles and roof deck causing an interior leak. Your chance of…
Leakage in Attic After Wind-Driven Rain Possible cause: Leaky or inadequate shingle underlayment or deteriorated flashing Leakage in Attic After Ice Build-Up Possible cause: Inadequate shingle underlayment allows water from ice dams to leak into the attic Blistering and/or Peeling of Interior and/or Exterior paint Possible cause: Excessive temperature or high humidity due to poor…