Roofing guide: Materials, costs, installation and more

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Your guide to roofing

Everything you need to know about the different types of roofing, plus buying, repairing and more

Guide to roofing

Learn everything about your roof. This final guide will help you with every aspect of getting your roof in top shape, all from costs and planning to remodel.

Your guide to roofing will cover the following topics:

  • What is the best type of roofing for your house?
  • Roofing materials
  • Gutter ideas
Your guide to roofing was last modified: August 4th, 2021 by Maria Del Valle Dugarte S
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Once you’ve figured out the essentials, we can go deeper into the process. The next step in your guide to roofing is to think about the following considerations:

  • Roofing maintenance
  • Roof panels
  • Eco-friendly roofing options

    • Unless you are one of those people that hung on to every word your contractor said while your home was being built, it is unlikely that you understand the different ...

    Roofing
    External home protection: What is fascia on a house?

    October 25, 2021

    Oct 25, 2021

    A zinc roof is a good option to consider for your home. It’s believed to be cost-effective, environmentally friendly, durable, and elegant. And most importantly, it has a magical, self-healing ...

    Roofing
    How good is a zinc roof? Learn its pros and cons

    October 21, 2021

    Oct 21, 2021

    A roof is much more than just shingles and rain gutters. Roof sheathing, aka roof decking, is perhaps the most important component of your house roofing system. If you’re a ...

    Roofing
    What is roof sheathing, and what does it exactly do?

    August 24, 2021

    Aug 24, 2021

    If your old roof needs to be replaced and you’re in the market for new roof systems, you might as well explore what alternate home roofing options you have other ...

    Roofing
    Rubber roofing options

    August 08, 2021

    Aug 8, 2021

    The roof of your house has a much more important role than just adding to the home’s curb appeal. It protects your family and you from the elements, helps insulate ...

    Roofing
    Metal roof cost, types, advantages and more

    May 16, 2021

    May 16, 2021

    Metal roofs, specifically steel ones,  have grown in popularity these past few years. With the countless benefits that accompany steel roofing, it is easy to understand why they are becoming ...

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    Advantages of Steel Roof Panels

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    Now that we've been through the basics and some of the trickier parts of your project, let’s complete your guide to roofing by covering the ins and outs of the process. You should be thinking about things like:

  • The cost of your project
  • The permits needed
  • Safety measures during the process
  • Financing options in case you need to go the extra mile
    • Banner image

    Unless you are one of those people that hung on to every word your contractor said while your home was being built, it is unlikely that you understand the different ...

    Roofing
    External home protection: What is fascia on a house?

    October 25, 2021

    Oct 25, 2021

    A zinc roof is a good option to consider for your home. It’s believed to be cost-effective, environmentally friendly, durable, and elegant. And most importantly, it has a magical, self-healing ...

    Roofing
    How good is a zinc roof? Learn its pros and cons

    October 21, 2021

    Oct 21, 2021

    A roof is much more than just shingles and rain gutters. Roof sheathing, aka roof decking, is perhaps the most important component of your house roofing system. If you’re a ...

    Roofing
    What is roof sheathing, and what does it exactly do?

    August 24, 2021

    Aug 24, 2021

    If your old roof needs to be replaced and you’re in the market for new roof systems, you might as well explore what alternate home roofing options you have other ...

    Roofing
    Rubber roofing options

    August 08, 2021

    Aug 8, 2021

    The roof of your house has a much more important role than just adding to the home’s curb appeal. It protects your family and you from the elements, helps insulate ...

    Roofing
    Metal roof cost, types, advantages and more

    May 16, 2021

    May 16, 2021

    Metal roofs, specifically steel ones,  have grown in popularity these past few years. With the countless benefits that accompany steel roofing, it is easy to understand why they are becoming ...

    Roofing
    Advantages of Steel Roof Panels

    September 10, 2020

    Sep 10, 2020

    You came, you (hopefully!) learned something and now you’re ready to conquer your remodel. With all of this knowledge in mind, are you ready to get started on your dream Roofing?

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