Synthetic Underlayment

Synthetic Underlayment

Synthetic Underlayment: What's Under Your Shingles?   Most steep-slope roofs have a layer of material between the shingles and the roof deck, called underlayment. This layer is not waterproof, but it does add some water protection to the shingle roof.  It protects the shingles from any chemicals in the wood roof deck, and underlayment also [...]
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Cool Roofing

Cool Roofing

Cool Roofing: Is Summertime Heat Sending Your Energy Costs Through the Roof? A white pvc membrane is both highly reflective and highly emissive.  This transfers less heat into the building compared to a dark colored “non-cool" rooftop.   As the sunlight hits the building, it is pushed away rather than being absorbed.  Even in colder [...]
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The Importance of Proper Roof Ventilation

The Importance of Proper Roof Ventilation

The Importance of Proper Roof Ventilation Roof ventilation is a vital aspect to any residence or building. Without it, your roof is more prone to leaks, decay in the buildings structure, and heat build-up. Proper ventilation greatly prolongs the life of your roof. The damage caused by poor roof ventilation is often expensive, so it [...]
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What is Blue Roofing?

What is Blue Roofing?

What is Blue Roofing?  A new environmentally friendly roofing system As the world becomes more conscious of our effects on the environment, more and more environmentally friendly options have become available. The roofing industry is not excluded from this. Solar systems have been in use for years and are still being updated and improved. In [...]
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