The Field of Shingles
If your roof is older, it is possible that the leak is within the roof field. This means the expanse of shingles, slate, shakes, whatever. If your roof is asphalt, then you can walk around with ease. Other materials such as slate, concrete tile or clay tile may not be so forgiving. You can crack roofing if you walk on it, so be careful. With regular shingles, look at the tops of the vertical knockouts. Look for missing colored granules. Look for cracks. Possibly a nail has backed itself out of the roof sheathing. Simply take your time and hunt.
Valleys
A valley is a line where two roof planes intersect. Here we use a metal flashing in the valleys. Some areas use rolled roofing. Other places simply lace the shingles together. Valleys can be big problems if you do not trim the shingles correctly. When you trim a shingle for a valley you end up with a chisel point on the end of the shingle. If a second cut is not made to make this point like an arrow point, then water can travel along the top of the shingle and find its way inside your house. The shingle wrapper tells you how to make this simple second cut.
Head Wall Flashings
Some roofs stop at a vertical wall. A metal flashing must be in place to direct water streaming down the wall away from the stopping point of the shingles. This flashing may be behind wood siding or in front of a brick wall. The flashing should extend over the shingles at least three inches. If the wall is brick or other masonry, the flashing must bend and extend one inch into a mortar joint. Tar, caulk or roofing cement should never be used in conjunction with these materials. If you see them, it is a sign that someone tried to patch a leak!
A Real Advantage Construction is your #1 source for repairing roof leaks on your home! The professional staff will work hard to find at fix the leaks they find! Choose A Real Advantage Constrution for all your roof leak repairing needs in New York, the Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn!
Sunday, November 22, 2009
When You Should Replace Your Siding?
When is a good time to replace your siding? That's a good question for the Seattle are as our weather is one of the wettest in the nation and our winters can cause many problems with your homes siding. For the most part you find 4 types of siding on homes in the Pacific Northwest:
Wood siding which is usually Cedar, Vinyl Siding and occasionally Asbestos siding and fiber cement. The typical life expectancy for cedar is about 40-70 years. A lot depends on how well it was maintained.
The most common siding material you will see on homes in our area is cedar. Cedar cared for properly caulked and painted or stained on a 5-7 schedule will be able to make it to the later part of our 70 year time frame.
You will start to see the effects of weather on your siding because the siding will begin to crack and split. We also find the nails start to pop out as the wood expands and contracts. The paint will crack and peel off the siding and you may have layer upon layer of paint to deal with.
A Real Advantage Construction is your #1 source for roofing and siding repair in New York, Queens, Brooklyn, and the Bronx! They work hard to ensure that your roof siding is repaired with the most beautiful craftsmanship! Choose A Real Advantage Construction for your next siding repair!
Wood siding which is usually Cedar, Vinyl Siding and occasionally Asbestos siding and fiber cement. The typical life expectancy for cedar is about 40-70 years. A lot depends on how well it was maintained.
The most common siding material you will see on homes in our area is cedar. Cedar cared for properly caulked and painted or stained on a 5-7 schedule will be able to make it to the later part of our 70 year time frame.
You will start to see the effects of weather on your siding because the siding will begin to crack and split. We also find the nails start to pop out as the wood expands and contracts. The paint will crack and peel off the siding and you may have layer upon layer of paint to deal with.
A Real Advantage Construction is your #1 source for roofing and siding repair in New York, Queens, Brooklyn, and the Bronx! They work hard to ensure that your roof siding is repaired with the most beautiful craftsmanship! Choose A Real Advantage Construction for your next siding repair!
When to Get Your Roof Repaired
A leaking roof is the most obvious sign that it's time to replace your roof, but it's hardly the only one. Many of these signs will eventually lead to a leaking roof, but identifying these problems early enough can prevent water damage and save you money for your roof replacement project. Sometimes this early intervention can also be the difference between repairing your roof and replacing your roof. You should consider part of this decision, however, the age of the roof, otherwise you may find roof repair a constant burden.
Look for these signs in your roof:
Missing or torn shingles expose the roof to water damage and rot, and make nearby shingles more susceptible to being blown away. Old shingles will curl, split and lose their waterproofing effectiveness. These weakened shingles are more likely to be blown away by wind gusts.
Rusted or missing flashing can result in a leaking roof. Flashing is the metal that surrounds chimneys, skylights and vent pipes and often is found in the valleys where roof sections meet.
Check gutters, downspouts and splash pans for evidence of decay or damage. Broken pieces of paint and scraps of roofing may be visible.
Indoors, look for discolored plasterboard or cracked paint and peeling wallpaper.
A Real Advantage Construction is your #1 source for roof repairs in New York, including the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens! They will repair your roof with the utmost care to make sure everything is done to perfection! Choose A Real Advantage Construction for all your roofing repair needs!
Look for these signs in your roof:
Missing or torn shingles expose the roof to water damage and rot, and make nearby shingles more susceptible to being blown away. Old shingles will curl, split and lose their waterproofing effectiveness. These weakened shingles are more likely to be blown away by wind gusts.
Rusted or missing flashing can result in a leaking roof. Flashing is the metal that surrounds chimneys, skylights and vent pipes and often is found in the valleys where roof sections meet.
Check gutters, downspouts and splash pans for evidence of decay or damage. Broken pieces of paint and scraps of roofing may be visible.
Indoors, look for discolored plasterboard or cracked paint and peeling wallpaper.
A Real Advantage Construction is your #1 source for roof repairs in New York, including the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens! They will repair your roof with the utmost care to make sure everything is done to perfection! Choose A Real Advantage Construction for all your roofing repair needs!
Why You Need to Clean Your Gutters
Here are just a few reasons you should make sure your gutters are clean:
Leaking Basements - Clogged gutters are the number one cause of basement water problems. Roof water overflows and accumulates around the foundation. If this happens, basement leaks may be moments away.
Cracked Foundations - Excess water against the foundation wall can weaken the footing and lead to cracks. This is particularly true in the colder months when built-up water at the foundation freezes and causes a condition known as "frost-heave" which can cause severe cracks to foundation walls.
Rotten Wood - Water backing up from clogged gutters will cause moisture damage to the wood fascia around the house. The rotted area will get worse quickly if the leak is not eliminated by cleaning the gutters.
Leaking Roofs - In winter, ice-dams can form on top of clogged gutters. Then snow builds up across the top of the gutter and freezes. During the next thaw, water running off the roof is blocked by the frozen snow and backs up into the house. This can lead to major wall and ceiling damage.
A Real Advantage Construction is your #1 source for roof repair and gutter cleaning in New York, the Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn! They make sure your gutters are clean, so you don't have to! Choose A Real Advantage Construction for all your gutter cleaning needs!
Leaking Basements - Clogged gutters are the number one cause of basement water problems. Roof water overflows and accumulates around the foundation. If this happens, basement leaks may be moments away.
Cracked Foundations - Excess water against the foundation wall can weaken the footing and lead to cracks. This is particularly true in the colder months when built-up water at the foundation freezes and causes a condition known as "frost-heave" which can cause severe cracks to foundation walls.
Rotten Wood - Water backing up from clogged gutters will cause moisture damage to the wood fascia around the house. The rotted area will get worse quickly if the leak is not eliminated by cleaning the gutters.
Leaking Roofs - In winter, ice-dams can form on top of clogged gutters. Then snow builds up across the top of the gutter and freezes. During the next thaw, water running off the roof is blocked by the frozen snow and backs up into the house. This can lead to major wall and ceiling damage.
A Real Advantage Construction is your #1 source for roof repair and gutter cleaning in New York, the Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn! They make sure your gutters are clean, so you don't have to! Choose A Real Advantage Construction for all your gutter cleaning needs!
Components of a Gutter System
The Roof - It takes a well designed roof to drain all of the storm water into the gutters or roof drains.
The Gutter - The gutter (or roof drain in some flat roof) needs to be designed to capture all the roof drainage and direct the water into the downspouts.
The Downspouts - These are the pipes that carry the water from the gutters to the drain system.
The Drain System - This is the in-ground set of pipes the leads the water away from the structure and into a storm drain or on site system.
A Real Advantage Gutter System:
■ Drainage Improvement
■ Leak & Debris Removal
■ Downspout Cleaning
■ Gutter Repair and Installation
■ Gutter Adjustments
■ 5” and 6” Gutters are available in over 30 different colors
A Real Advantage Gutter system helps protect from all sorts of falling debris which can cause uneven water flow thus leading to roof damage.
A Real Advantage Construction is your #1 source for roof repair and gutter cleaning in Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx! They will work hard to maintain your gutters, so you don't have to! Choose A Real Advantage Construction for all your roofing and gutter cleaning needs!
The Gutter - The gutter (or roof drain in some flat roof) needs to be designed to capture all the roof drainage and direct the water into the downspouts.
The Downspouts - These are the pipes that carry the water from the gutters to the drain system.
The Drain System - This is the in-ground set of pipes the leads the water away from the structure and into a storm drain or on site system.
A Real Advantage Gutter System:
■ Drainage Improvement
■ Leak & Debris Removal
■ Downspout Cleaning
■ Gutter Repair and Installation
■ Gutter Adjustments
■ 5” and 6” Gutters are available in over 30 different colors
A Real Advantage Gutter system helps protect from all sorts of falling debris which can cause uneven water flow thus leading to roof damage.
A Real Advantage Construction is your #1 source for roof repair and gutter cleaning in Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx! They will work hard to maintain your gutters, so you don't have to! Choose A Real Advantage Construction for all your roofing and gutter cleaning needs!
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Glossary of Roofing Terms 2
Gable:
A type of roof with two slopes meeting at a horizontal ridge. Also, the triangular area formed by such a roof.
Hip"
A downward sloping intersection of two roof planes that extends from the ridge to the outside corner of the house. Also, a type of roof.
Rake:
The edge of a pitched roof at the gable end.
Ridge:
The top edge of the roof, where two roof slopes meet in a horizontal line.
Sheathing:
Boards or plywood sheets that form the nailing base for roofing shingles or tiles.
Slope (or pitch):
The number of inches of verticle rise of the roof over a horizontal distance of 12 inches; a “4 in 12” roof has a slope that rises 4 inches over a 12-inch run.
Soffit:
The underside of the rafters and roof at the eaves.
Square:
Unit of measure equaling 100 square feet, used as a basis for measuring roof area. Also, the amount of roofing material, allowing for overlapping, needed to cover 100 square feet of roof.
Underlayment:
The material, usually asphalt-saturated roofing felt, used to cover deck sheathing before the roof surface is put down.
Valley:
The junction where two downward sloping roofs meet at an angle, an important channel for water runoff.
A Real Advantage Construction understands that repairing roofs can be stressful and frustrating, so they work hard, so you don't have to! They are your #1 source of roof repair, siding repair, and gutter cleaning in New York, including Queens, Bronx, and Brooklyn! Choose A Real Advantage Roofing Contractors for your next roofing project!
A type of roof with two slopes meeting at a horizontal ridge. Also, the triangular area formed by such a roof.
Hip"
A downward sloping intersection of two roof planes that extends from the ridge to the outside corner of the house. Also, a type of roof.
Rake:
The edge of a pitched roof at the gable end.
Ridge:
The top edge of the roof, where two roof slopes meet in a horizontal line.
Sheathing:
Boards or plywood sheets that form the nailing base for roofing shingles or tiles.
Slope (or pitch):
The number of inches of verticle rise of the roof over a horizontal distance of 12 inches; a “4 in 12” roof has a slope that rises 4 inches over a 12-inch run.
Soffit:
The underside of the rafters and roof at the eaves.
Square:
Unit of measure equaling 100 square feet, used as a basis for measuring roof area. Also, the amount of roofing material, allowing for overlapping, needed to cover 100 square feet of roof.
Underlayment:
The material, usually asphalt-saturated roofing felt, used to cover deck sheathing before the roof surface is put down.
Valley:
The junction where two downward sloping roofs meet at an angle, an important channel for water runoff.
A Real Advantage Construction understands that repairing roofs can be stressful and frustrating, so they work hard, so you don't have to! They are your #1 source of roof repair, siding repair, and gutter cleaning in New York, including Queens, Bronx, and Brooklyn! Choose A Real Advantage Roofing Contractors for your next roofing project!
Roofing Glossary
Built-up roof: A flat or slightly sloped roof surfaced with alternating (or built up) layers of roofing felt and hot mopped asphalt, and a layer of gravel or crushed rock on top.
Butt:
The exposed end of a shingle or shake.
Courses:
The horizontal rows of roofing material, laid successively from the eave to the ridge of the roof.
Deck:
The structural nailing base for the roof surface, usually composed of wood or plywood sheathing and felt underlayment.
Drip edge:
A type of flashing made of thin strips of metal or plastic that extend the length of the eaves and rakes to facilitate water runoff.
Eave:
The edge of the roof that projects beyond the house wall.
Exposure:
The portion of each shingle or tile exposed to the weather.
Fascia:
Wood or other trim covering the ends of the rafters.
Flashing:
Waterproofing materials usually metal, that connect roof shingles or tiles to chimneys, valleys, vent pipes, vertical walls, eaves, and rakes.
A Real Advantage Construction is your #1 source for roofing repair, siding repair, and gutter cleaning in New York, including Queens, the Bronx, and Brooklyn! They understand roof repair can be stressful so they work hard to make sure it is fast and convenient for you! Choose A Real Advantage Construction for your next roofing repair!
Gutter Services
A Real Advantage offers the following services for gutters:
■ Drainage Improvement
■ Leak & Depris Removal
■ Downspout Cleaning
■ Gutter Repair and Installation
■ Gutter Adjustments
■ 5” and 6” Gutters are available in over 30 different colors
A Real Advantage Gutter system helps protect from all sorts of falling debris which can cause uneven water flow thus leading to roof damage. Leave your gutters clogged too long and internal damage may be caused which will result in large sums of money to repair.
You really need to clean your gutters because over the course of time, an organic muck builds up and creates a wonderful medium for growing all kinds of stuff.
Cleaning your gutters something that needs to be done once or twice a year to ensure quality water flow away from your home. Ignoring gutters can result in a host of ills including rotted fascia boards, water damage to the sides of your home, and foundation problems.
A Real Advantage Roofing Contractors is your #1 source for gutter cleaning in New York! They understand that gutter cleaning can be stressful, so they work with you to ensure that the process goes smoothly and seamlessly. Choose A Real Advantage Construction for your next gutter cleaning!
■ Drainage Improvement
■ Leak & Depris Removal
■ Downspout Cleaning
■ Gutter Repair and Installation
■ Gutter Adjustments
■ 5” and 6” Gutters are available in over 30 different colors
A Real Advantage Gutter system helps protect from all sorts of falling debris which can cause uneven water flow thus leading to roof damage. Leave your gutters clogged too long and internal damage may be caused which will result in large sums of money to repair.
You really need to clean your gutters because over the course of time, an organic muck builds up and creates a wonderful medium for growing all kinds of stuff.
Cleaning your gutters something that needs to be done once or twice a year to ensure quality water flow away from your home. Ignoring gutters can result in a host of ills including rotted fascia boards, water damage to the sides of your home, and foundation problems.
A Real Advantage Roofing Contractors is your #1 source for gutter cleaning in New York! They understand that gutter cleaning can be stressful, so they work with you to ensure that the process goes smoothly and seamlessly. Choose A Real Advantage Construction for your next gutter cleaning!
A Real Advantage Siding Repair
A Real Advantage Siding takes pride in quality workmanship and service. From the moment we receive your call for a free estimate, you can rest easy knowing that your property is now in the most caring and professional hands available. Their experienced, trained estimators and sales personnel will thoroughly examine your needs and provide you with a written proposal.
They are a full-range professional company offering residential and commercial services for all your exterior needs. No matter what kind of structure, home or business, the job is never out of their reach. They have exeprienced workers that have the knowledge to perform any type of siding repair you may need.
They offer:
■ Tear-Offs & New Construction Roofing – Residential and Commercial
■ EPDM Rubber & Modified Bitumen Single Ply Roofing Systems – Flat & Low Sloped Roofs
■ Chimney Rebuild, Repoint, Chimney Hoods, Concrete Washtops & Custom Flashing Work
■ Algae Resistant Shingles
■ Power Roof Fans and Vents
■ Vinyl & Aluminum Siding
■ Heavy .032 Gauge Seamless Spouting
■ Leaf Relief Spouting Guard
■ Emergency Repairs
On all of the work they perform, their labor and material is guaranteed, they are fully insured, bonded and carry workman’s compensation for your protection. They do not use sub-contractors. They use materials direct from the manufacturer. Each site has a foreman at all times, and professional insepctions are given to the site at every step of the construction process.
By choosing A Real Advantage Roofing & Siding you are choosing experienced personnel who know the latest technology of the projects assigned to them. They understand that getting repairs on your home can be stressful, so they are there to help you every step of the way! Choose A Real Advantage Roofing Contractors for all your siding repair needs in New York!
They are a full-range professional company offering residential and commercial services for all your exterior needs. No matter what kind of structure, home or business, the job is never out of their reach. They have exeprienced workers that have the knowledge to perform any type of siding repair you may need.
They offer:
■ Tear-Offs & New Construction Roofing – Residential and Commercial
■ EPDM Rubber & Modified Bitumen Single Ply Roofing Systems – Flat & Low Sloped Roofs
■ Chimney Rebuild, Repoint, Chimney Hoods, Concrete Washtops & Custom Flashing Work
■ Algae Resistant Shingles
■ Power Roof Fans and Vents
■ Vinyl & Aluminum Siding
■ Heavy .032 Gauge Seamless Spouting
■ Leaf Relief Spouting Guard
■ Emergency Repairs
On all of the work they perform, their labor and material is guaranteed, they are fully insured, bonded and carry workman’s compensation for your protection. They do not use sub-contractors. They use materials direct from the manufacturer. Each site has a foreman at all times, and professional insepctions are given to the site at every step of the construction process.
By choosing A Real Advantage Roofing & Siding you are choosing experienced personnel who know the latest technology of the projects assigned to them. They understand that getting repairs on your home can be stressful, so they are there to help you every step of the way! Choose A Real Advantage Roofing Contractors for all your siding repair needs in New York!
Does Your Roof Need Repairing?
■ Roof Shingle Damages or Curling Shingles?
■ Granules in the Gutter?
■ Do you have one more active leak?
It's probably the right time to replace your worn out roof before you allow your roof leak to cause internal damage which may result in even more damage internally to your home.
A Real Advantage Contruction is one the most experienced roofing contractors in the Queens, Bronk and Brooklyn area. Roofing project have been the priority of the company for over 20 years, installing residential roofing and siding for thousands of satisfied customers in the five 5 boroughs of New York City. They are authorized installers of all roofing manufacturers and have highyl skilled workers to implement the project to absolute perfection.
They will recommend the best type of roof for your needs:
■ A Real Advantage specializes in:
■ Asphalt Shingles
■ Slate & Tile
■ Metal Roof Systems
■ Gutters & Leaders
■ Vinyl Siding to compliment your new roof
A Real Advantage Construction understands that installing a new roof or exterior improvements is a major investment that can last 20-30 years, or even a lifetime to pass on to your children. Our experienced estimators will work their hardest to give you the most professional and best price and only the highest quality materials for your roof.
A Real Advantate Roofing Division is a dedicated team of professionals that are trained in every aspect of installation for your new roof or siding. From materials to safety, you are guaranteed the best service and support. They stand behind their work and gurantee great workmanship.
A Real Advantage is here to also provide you with tips on how to maintain your roofing and siding investment for greater life expectancy.
A Real Advantage Roofing Contractors are your #1 source for all your roofing repair needs in New York! They know that roof repair can be stressful and expensive, so they work with you to get you the lowest price and the best customer service! Choose A Real Advantage Roofing Contractors for your roofing needs in New York!
■ Granules in the Gutter?
■ Do you have one more active leak?
It's probably the right time to replace your worn out roof before you allow your roof leak to cause internal damage which may result in even more damage internally to your home.
A Real Advantage Contruction is one the most experienced roofing contractors in the Queens, Bronk and Brooklyn area. Roofing project have been the priority of the company for over 20 years, installing residential roofing and siding for thousands of satisfied customers in the five 5 boroughs of New York City. They are authorized installers of all roofing manufacturers and have highyl skilled workers to implement the project to absolute perfection.
They will recommend the best type of roof for your needs:
■ A Real Advantage specializes in:
■ Asphalt Shingles
■ Slate & Tile
■ Metal Roof Systems
■ Gutters & Leaders
■ Vinyl Siding to compliment your new roof
A Real Advantage Construction understands that installing a new roof or exterior improvements is a major investment that can last 20-30 years, or even a lifetime to pass on to your children. Our experienced estimators will work their hardest to give you the most professional and best price and only the highest quality materials for your roof.
A Real Advantate Roofing Division is a dedicated team of professionals that are trained in every aspect of installation for your new roof or siding. From materials to safety, you are guaranteed the best service and support. They stand behind their work and gurantee great workmanship.
A Real Advantage is here to also provide you with tips on how to maintain your roofing and siding investment for greater life expectancy.
A Real Advantage Roofing Contractors are your #1 source for all your roofing repair needs in New York! They know that roof repair can be stressful and expensive, so they work with you to get you the lowest price and the best customer service! Choose A Real Advantage Roofing Contractors for your roofing needs in New York!
A Real Advantage Roofing Contractors
H.I.C Lic#1266236
BBB since 1992 Rating A+
Michael Wesley is the proud owner of A Real Advantage. This is a family owned business specializing in exterior home improvements. Our services include Roofing, Siding, Soffits, Capping and Leaders. They will work hard to customize your home to the utmost of perfection and exceed your expectations.
They pride themselves outstanding customer service. They're a proud member of the Better Business Bureau and participate in the customer committed program. You will receive the highest quality work from their highly skilled contractors. Highly skilled specialists will customize your home with a wide selection of colors and products.
BBB since 1992 Rating A+
Michael Wesley is the proud owner of A Real Advantage. This is a family owned business specializing in exterior home improvements. Our services include Roofing, Siding, Soffits, Capping and Leaders. They will work hard to customize your home to the utmost of perfection and exceed your expectations.
They pride themselves outstanding customer service. They're a proud member of the Better Business Bureau and participate in the customer committed program. You will receive the highest quality work from their highly skilled contractors. Highly skilled specialists will customize your home with a wide selection of colors and products.
A Real Advatage is your #1 source for outstanding service and affordable prices for roofing services. They understand that getting roof work done can be stressful, so they make the process fast, easy and affordable. Choose A Real Advantage Roofing Contractors for your next roofing service!
For a an estimate please give them a call at 718-767-6950
For a an estimate please give them a call at 718-767-6950
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