Showing posts with label roof repair new york. Show all posts
Showing posts with label roof repair new york. Show all posts

Monday, February 28, 2011

Roofing Repair Advice

Got a leak in your roof? Let's talk about what you should do.

Many overhead leaks are from minor issues that can usually be fixed with a little work. Small things such as a torn shingle or a tiny hole in the flashing can cause a leak. Sometimes it is a larger problem though, and for that you should consult a roofing professional. Here is when you should take the time to call a professional.

- When there are multiple leaks.
- When the leak is spreading across framing member or along walls and you cannot trace where the source is.
- When the repair you made is not holding.
- When the leak entails significant damage.
- When the repair of the roofing surface is beyond your abilities.

Ok, so what about if it's just a small damage to your roof that is causing the leak? What should you do?
Well, if it's a damaged shingle gather a tube of roofing cement and a piece of aluminum flashing. Cut the flashing about 1 inch narrower than the ripped tab and about 4 inches longer so that it extends under the tabs on either side. Carefully loosen the damaged tab and the tabs to the left and right using a flat pry bar. Now, apply two or three thick globs of roofing cement beneath the shingle. Put the flashing underneath and apply more roofing cement on top of the flashing. Next, press down the tab to adhere the flashing to the roof.

Saturday, November 6, 2010

Innovative Roofing Ideas

Most roofers can be located on the internet. It is good to know that they can be contacted online. Just browse through their website to know about the ancillary things done by New York roofers. Go for an estimate and realize the importance of each type of roofing. Does you roofer give you stylistic roofing? Get the glazed effect, tiled colored roofing and other essentials about good insulation. The roof of your house does hold a necessary position and hence it is good to invest in the same.

The roof life is very important. The hinges, screws and general material has to be very dependable. Ask for any maintenance that is free! Look into the contract well so that coatings and shingles can be maintained at an economical cost in future. The wind and severe climate can cause strain on the roof. Use the cleaning service provided by roofers in your locality. Contracts for cleaning are very beneficial as they improve the life of your roof.

By what, means you can find a good roofer. Try t o keep yourself aware of the various jobs done by the New York roofing company. Just go through the testimonials to understand their reliability. You can be ensured to get best technology roofing if you are using reputed roofers who are sensitive to your timings. You can always make a choice among metal roofing. The roofers can also be contacted via landlines and they will give you a brief idea about the materials used in the roofing system. You can also make certain general inquiries about the kind of guarantee provided.

Monday, February 22, 2010

Gutter Guards


Purpose of a Gutter Guard:

There are many products that claim to be gutter guards. They can be anything from a piece of chicken wire to complete vinyl covers with a slit allowing water to go through. When attached to your gutter, the guard is supposed to keep leaves and debris out so you don't have to climb up a ladder, reach over and clean the gutter. Some claim to keep you from ever having to clean your gutter out again. But the truth is, while most do an excellent job of keeping out the big leaves, other debris does get in the gutter. You will have to take the guards off and clean the build-up inside the gutters once in a while.

How the Guard Works:

The guard is attached to, placed in or placed over the gutter, depending on the type. As leaves fall, the guard prevents them from getting into the gutter. Twigs and seed pods also fall from trees, and the debris may pile up on top of the guard. As it rains and the wind blows the debris blows off the top of the guard and the water runs into the gutter and out the downspout. If some roof gravel

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Monday, February 15, 2010

Black Mold

You may have heard about black mold on the news, a passing story about a baby who got sick or a family that discovered their house was overrun with the stuff. But do you know what black mold is and how it could affect your family?

Toxic molds such as the infamous black mold are a form of fungus, one of the most common forms, in fact. It spreads easily under the right conditions and unfortunately, the right conditions can be found in many homes these days. While an extreme quantity of any kind of mold can cause problems in humans, some people are more sensitive than others and black mold tends to trigger health problems in most of the population

What are the health problems caused by black mold? They are numerous and include difficulties breathing and allergic reactions. According to a study done by the Mayo Clinic back in 1999, 37 million Americans suffer from mold-related sinus infections which are chronic in nature. Also, asthma has risen at an alarming rate the past few years and experts claim that this is due to mold exposure.

Small children, the elderly and those with compromised immune systems (such as pregnant women and those suffering from HIV) are most at risk for problems related to black mold, although it can affect anyone exposed to it for long periods of time. Most of the time, the symptoms are fairly mild, simply allergic reactions. However, they can actually be deadly to some individuals and for this reason it is important to identify and remove any toxic mold from the home.

Black mold tends to grow in moist, dark places. Bathroom showers and in the cabinets under a sink are two very common places to find this mold. While these are areas that would normally be fairly damp and dark, leaking pipes or faucets and floods can also trigger the growth of this noxious fungus in areas such as the basement and inside the walls. If you have a leaking roof, you might also notice black mold growing on your ceiling and down the walls.

Once black mold has become established in one area, it can quickly spread. Unfortunately, this usually means that extensive renovations will need to be done in order to get rid of the mold entirely. That could mean replacing drywall, floor boards and baseboards, among other things. For the safety of your family, though, it is well worth the expense and the hassle.

Any leaks or flooding should be cleaned up immediately and the area dried thoroughly before any mold gets a chance to start growing. You should repair a leaking roof as soon as possible and keep your home well ventilated so that mold doesn’t have a chance to get a foothold.

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A Leaky Skylight

A skylight is an excellent source of both warmth and light for your home and they can enhance the overall appearance of your house as well as giving you a little extra air when required. There are a number of different factors that can lead to a leaky skylight but the most common factor is an improperly fitted or installed skylight. This inadequacy is usually brought about because having a skylight fitted by a professional roofing contractor can cost a lot of money, and people tend to revert to a handyman or, often worse still, doing it themselves.

Without proper knowledge of construction regarding the skylight fitting and the roof surrounding it, though, can lead to disastrous results. Even the inadequate fixing of an existing leaky skylight can make thing sworse. To charge quite a high cost to fit a skylight because they would rather work on better paid, roof installments. That doesn’t mean you can’t find a reputable and highly skilled roofing contractor who will complete the job at a reasonable price. However, because fitting a skylight is a skilled job, as is all roofing, you will need to pay more to have one fitted properly by an expert when compare to paying a handy man to fit it.

A leaky skylight causes relatively minimal damage in the short term, however over the long term this damage can become significant so you should make sure that the drops you saw coming off your skylight are actually condensation and not the first tell tale signs of a leak. You may end up having to replace wallpaper, carpets and worse still making structural repairs to the inside of your house (although only usually in extreme circumstances). A leaky skylight may also be indicative that you have bigger problems with your roof so you should get someone out to check it as soon as possible.

A Real Advantage Construction is your #1 source for repairing roof leaks in Queens, Brooklyn, and the Bronx in New York! They have the background and experience to make sure that you will receive total quality care! Choose A Real Advantage Construction for all your roof leak needs!

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.

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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.

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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!


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.

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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.

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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!



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!