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Choosing a Shingle Color for Your Home One of the biggest decisions homeowners make before a roof replacement is what shingle color to use on the roof. Virtually every roofing material is color customizable.

Image credit: Pixabay Are rain gutters really necessary? In Texas, a home is not required to have gutters if the roof effectively directs rain away from the home. However, if you don’t have gutters, rain can eventually erode lawn soil and possibly damage landscaping.

Delayed Roof Replacement Image credit: thestar.com Like most homeowners, you probably don’t give your roof much thought until there’s a problem. Maybe you found shingles in your yard after high winds or pieces in the gutter after a hailstorm.

Roofing Through History Throughout history, one thing hasn’t changed: the need for effective roofing systems! Humans have always found ways to protect their homes from the elements. Different people groups from around the world have used a variety of techniques and materials.

Roof Layers From Bottom to Top Before you commit to a new roof, you may want to familiarize yourself with the layers of a complete roof. It’ll help you understand the lingo your contractor uses.

All About Ice Dams Late February 2021 was a truly historic time for Texas weather.

Texas isn’t accustomed to seeing blizzards. We shut down work and school at the sight of a few flurries. But even in Texas, sudden temperature changes can cause issues with your roof. If we know one thing about Texas weather, we know it’s unpredictable.

When people think of places dealing with winter weather, they generally don't include Texas in the conversation. And while we it's true that here in Central Texas we don't see the negative digits plaguing our Northern cousins, it has been dipping below the freezing mark pretty regularly this winter.

Unless you’ve already replaced a roof, you’ve probably never thought of the multitude of shingle types. The options can seem overwhelming - but an experienced roofing professional can help you figure out what’s best for your budget.