Comparing Roofing Materials: Choose the One for You!

Roof comes in all shapes and sizes, and they can be made up of different materials. Each has its set f properties and advantages. Let’s discuss some of the most common roofing material you can choose from.

Composite Roofing

Composite roofing is what we know as asphalt shingles and is perhaps the most common type roofing used on modern homes. If you are strapped on budget, this tile is perhaps your best option in terms of low cost and quick installation.

This roofing is made from fiberglass or cellulose mats that are coated with granules and asphalt. Its profile is flat and rather lightweight. As a rule of thumb, the heavier the shingle you choose the more durable they will be.  

Wooden Roofing

Wooden shingles are made of southern pine, redwood, and cedar. You might want to check out your county's local construction code as some prohibit use of wood, as it is flammable. You will have to double your budget if you go with wooden roofing.  

If you live in a suburban neighborhood, wood would blend seamlessly with the surrounding ambiance of your home. The average life you can expect from this type of roofing is between 15 – 25 years and requires your roof measurements to be at least 4:12 slope.

Concrete Tile Roofing

Concrete tiles are modern in appearance and virtually indestructible in terms of durability. This type of roofing gives you an added peace of mind as you install and forget about its replacement guarantee. This type of roofing isn't the most expensive, neither is it the cheapest.

This type of roofing is molded so they interlock firmly, not to mention this makes it easier to install if you are considering doing the roofing yourself. You can decide between different weight types depending on your roof.

Rubber Composite Roofing

Rubber composite roofing, also known as synthetic slates are shingles made from rubber and blend of plastic. Bonded on a molecular level, the characteristics of this tile make it extremely lightweight, extremely strong and flexible.

These types of roofing come with a minimum warranty of 50 years. This is perhaps the most expensive roofing available and is not height in demand. But if it is durability you are looking for, this roofing is the go-to type.

No matter the type and material of your rood, we offer a wide range of roofing services to help you maintain one of the most important components of your home. Get in touch to learn more about our domestic and commercial roofing services. 

Benefits of Having a Professional Inspect Your Roof for Storm Damage

Being able to see a damaged roof and knowing that it needs repair doesn’t make anyone a qualified roof damage inspector. There is a reason professionals go through extensive training and build their expertise over years of supervised on-job training and experience.

Once the storm is over, there is much more than meets the eye.

Water being one of the most destructive forces of nature can deal more damage than what you initially see and imagine. It is why it is important to call in a team of professionals who can climb on to the roof and take a look at every nook and cranny for the damage that is not visible otherwise.

Now, you may be great at climbing the roof but there are many reasons the inspection part should be left to the residential roofing companies. Here are just a few reasons to convince you of that.

We Are Equipped for Safety and Efficiency

What might take you hours is actually a matter of minutes for us because we have the right tool, equipment, and experience. While the importance of tools and equipment and tools is unchallenged, experience also has a key role to play in expediting the work. We are well aware of the places water can sneak into, so we have a better roadmap to begin with.

Speaking of safety, we bring along the approved safety gear and equipment that let us work safely and quickly at great heights. Most people don’t have such equipment at home and buying that will cost at least ten times more than hiring professionals.

Our Words Matter, Especially for Insurance Claims

When we inspect roof damage, we create a proper report that mentions the extent of damage and the cost of repair. This will help you start your insurance claim process even before we start working on the repair. Since our inspection is more comprehensive, the report also accounts for damage that you might not consider when estimating the cost. This means you will not end up claiming less money than actually needed.

We Help You Prevent Future Damage

Sometimes during an inspection, we realize that the roof has taken more damage than it should have. This usually happens when there is an underlying issue that makes roof more vulnerable during a storm. In such scenarios, our professional roofing experts can offer you the right advice and recommendations to protect your roof from as much damage as possible, in case a calamity strikes again.

Learn more about our residential roof repair and inspection services by getting touch with us at 330-784-4000 

The Effects Of Mold On Your Roof — And How To Remove It

Over time, as a result of exposure to moisture, our roofing can experience mold growth.

This not only ruins the aesthetics of your home, but this can cause several medical conditions. These conditions can include allergies, irritation or infections.

How Is The Roof Affected?

A moist and humid environment is ideal for the growth of mold. Algae, lichens and mold can eat through the shingles in the roof, causing the wood to rot.

Once the wood rots, moisture can easily seep through the cracks and make its way into your home. This will not only damage your roof, but can weaken the structure of your home once the moisture seeps into the walls. You will begin to see cracks in the walls; the shingles on the roof will be covered in stains.

Mold stains form on the roof shingles because of being in permanent shade. If there is a tree providing shade to your roof, you are creating the perfect conditions for mold growth. The stains caused by mold discolor the roof and weakens the shingles.

How To Clean The Roof

If you are experiencing problems with mold growth, here is a way you can use household cleaning supplies to get rid of this issue.

First, you the need to make sure that all the plants near the sides of your house are well protected.

The bleach solution you are going to use can damage the plants. You can splash water on the plants or cover them with plastic sheeting.

Before using the bleach solution, wear gloves and a breathing mask. The solution you make must contain ½ parts of chlorine bleach and ¾ parts water. Add one tablespoon of trisodium phosphate (TSP). Now that your mixture is ready, pour it into a pump sprayer to apply it easily.

Spray it all over the shingles and let the solution soak into the shingles for about 15 minutes. This time will depend on how much mold there is. Then using a garden hose, rinse the entire roof. Start from the top and make your way to the bottom shingles. This way you will be able to prevent seepage in the roof.

Remember to never use a pressure washer for this cleaning it can corrode the shingles, which will further weaken the roofing.

When you are consistently facing problems with mold, it is a sign that you need to contact a professional roofing company. Your roof might need to be replaced.

Haralson Roofing can help to make the necessary repairs you might need, or in the case of severe mold, they can install a new one. Take their online mold quiz to find out the next step in roof repairs.