Archive for the ‘Roofing Materials’ Category
What are the Differences between Tubular Skylights and Traditional Skylights?
Wednesday, February 29th, 2012Tubular Skylights are not only energy efficient using the Georgia natural direct and ambient light, but they do not contribute to heat loss or gain, like a traditional skylight does. In addition, Tubular Skylights are cylindrical and pose minimal opening sizes into your roof and interior home structure. Traditional skylights require a large opening in the roof and finished large openings into the ceilings below which could open the way for development of leaks.
Tubular Skylight
Tubular Skylights are cylindrical and come in a variety of diameters to fit the need of the room below. They can be installed in just a couple of hours as they do not require special construction or a large roof opening like a traditional skylight does. Tubular Skylights do not require painting, framework or drywall work; all of these are needed with use of a traditional skylight. Our Cumming roofing company provides a free Georgia roofing inspection for your plans or additions.
Roofers Can Install A Tubular Skylights In A Few Hours
Tubular Skylights have a small clear collector dome on the roof that lets the Georgia sunlight enter a highly reflective pipe that goes from the roof to the ceiling below. The pipe has a silver mirror like finish that allows the full spectrum of sunlight to be evenly dispersed throughout the room without the added heat and UV rays. A traditional skylight lets direct sunlight in as well as UV rays and the associated heat that comes with the sun’s rays.
Cumming Skylight Construction
Your home can become brighter without added use of electric lights by using the Tubular Skylights to light up a dark pantry, bedroom closet, attic or any other dark space in your home. Traditional skylights are too large and require careful attention during construction to be practical or appropriate for smaller dark places in your home. Call Cornerstone, your Cumming and Dawsonville roofer for a free inspection and discussion of your planning needs.
What Is Ice And Water Shield And Do I Need It On My Roof?
Thursday, February 16th, 2012With the Georgia winters becoming more unpredictable with snow and ice accumulations, the value of having Ice and Water Shield installed on your roof becomes very important. Your Cumming roofer, Cornerstone, is experienced in the installation of this optional yet highly recommended product.
Georgia Roofer Recommendation
Ice and Water Shield is a sticky and rubberized product that is applied to the first three to six feet of your roof decking. It starts at the eaves edge and goes back several feet protecting up to the final six-feet of your roof’s edge where snow and ice buildup and accumulate the most. Ice and Water Shield is also applied in the roof valleys and roof protrusions, such as chimneys, pipes, vents and skylights, for optimal protection.
Cumming Roofer Provides Free Inspections
If you are thinking of putting on a new roof, or replacing an old one, call our Georgia roofers for a free roofing estimate. Ice and Water Shield is a critical new component to a roofing system subject to cold weather, ice and snow. This product forms a strong barrier to water, ice and snow and is applied directly to the roof decking, beneath the underlayment and shingles.
Cornerstone Roofing Installs Ice And Water Shield
Use Ice and Water Shield where snow and ice tend to build up such as around venting, skylights, flashing and other areas where there may be an opening for rain or melting snow and ice to find its way into the structure of your house. An added benefit to the use of Ice and Water Shield is that it is a flexible membrane that seals around any nails that are used to complete your roofing job. It can be used under all standard asphalt roof coverings, as well as cedar, metal, tile or slate roofs.
Call Cornerstone Roofing today for a free roof inspection and to discuss any roofing plans or concerns that you may have.
What Are The Five Most Common Roofing Problems?
Monday, January 16th, 2012There are many problems that can occur with any roof and the earlier you catch the problem the more likely you are to save money. Letting a known issue go leads to further structural damage which turns into a more expensive repair job.
Five Most Common Roofing Problems – Cumming Roofer
l. Roof Leaks and Moisture Build-up – Leaks can occur for a number of reasons, such as loose or missing shingles, damage to the flashing, improper seals around vents, age and deterioration of the roofing material, poor installation, growth of moss or algae, a inadequate gutter system, and so on. Call your Cumming, GA roofer, Cornerstone, for a free roofing inspection. Find out if you have a problem with your roof now before time allows further damage to occur.
2. Shingles Blowing Off or Tearing – Shingles are a major protection barrier for your roof structure and the inside of your home. Shingles that become worn, have blown off, torn, or lifted up during a storm, or shingles that were improperly installed provide an open invitation for water to enter your Cumming area home. You may not notice the water entering into your attic or crawl space until it finally reaches your ceiling leaving stains and possibly dripping down into the room.
3. Improper Installation of Roofing Materials – During tear off of the old materials, inspect prior problem areas and make sure that all the flashing is tight around vents, chimneys or skylights you may have. Replace any damp or rotted areas with new materials – Letting damp wood remain leads to continued deterioration, mold growth and decay. Call your Atlanta roofer, Cornerstone, for a free roofing inspection.
Dahlonega Roofing Contractor
4. Maintenance Not Performed in Timely Manner – Take a walk-around and check all sides of your North Metro Atlanta roof. A lopsided or missing shingle, water splashing out from the sides of your gutters, debris on the roof, or dark stains on the roof are examples of potential problem areas. Receiving a Cummings area Free Roofing Inspection is a quick and easy way to know for sure if there are any issues that need correcting now before the problem grows more expensive.
5. Improper Roofing Repairs – The key is to use the right quality materials for the job and know how to properly repair the problem. If you do not know which is the right shingle or underlay for your roof, or have never put a shingle on a roof, it may be a wiser choice to find a reputable roofing contractor who can provide a quality job in short order, and clean up all the discarded materials too! Dahlonega roofer Cornerstone today for a free roofing inspection.
What is Flashing and How Does It Protect a Roof?
Friday, December 30th, 2011Flashing is used on the roof to provide a watertight junction between the roofing material and structures that extend up and through the roof such as pipes, vents and chimneys. Flashing also provides protection where different sections of the roof come together. Flashing can be the most vulnerable part of a roof and many early roof problems are actually issues with the flashing itself.
Atlanta and Gainesville GA Roofer
Calling your Cumming roofer, Cornerstone, for a free roofing inspection can help you find and repair a roofing problem early on. A competent roofing contractor can determine if a leak is the result of open joints in the masonry behind the flashing or from inadequate flashing design for your roof’s needs. Your Atlanta roofer may find that repairing minor issues is all that is required to make your roof watertight again.
Some of the problems that may occur with flashing include insufficient protective coatings that allow for deterioration of the material, open seams or overlaps from improper sealing methods, improper fastening of the flashing to the roof surface or wall, loose insulation, and numerous other issues. Call your Gainesville, GA roofer, Cornerstone, to schedule a free roof inspection today.
Cumming and Dawsonville Georgia Roof Inspections
Properly fitted and maintained flashing is important to the health of your roof. Small openings between the flashing and roof, improper installation, and other roof imperfections allow water to find a way in to the roof structure itself. Leaks and stains may appear on the interior ceilings or dampness in the roof structure may lead to mold, rot and extensive damage before you become aware of a problem.
Cornerstone, your North Metro Atlanta roofer has been providing quality services and free roofing inspections for over 15 years. We are a highly rated company and are more than happy to provide references near you. Call your Cumming and Gainesville Georgia Roofer to schedule a free roofing inspection today.
