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Roof Maintenance Tips for the New Year

09 Jan
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As we welcome the new year, it’s the perfect time to kickstart our resolutions, and what better resolution than taking better care of our homes? Your roof, often overlooked, plays a crucial role in protecting your home from the elements. To ensure a safe and comfortable living environment, let’s explore some roof maintenance tips to […]

Common Causes of Roof Damage

23 Feb

A home is a big responsibility, and the roof that protects it should always be well taken care of. There are several elements that can create issues for your roof, some that are immediate and some that build up over time. Here are the most common causes of roof damage. Rain and Hail A proper […]

Pros and Cons of Winter Roofing

18 Jan

Winter is typically seen as the off-season for roofing jobs. However, some projects cannot always wait until the warmer weather arrives. If you’re planning on investing in roofing services this season, there are several factors you should consider. Here are the pros and cons of winter roofing. When do you need to call a professional? […]

End-of-Summer Roof Maintenance Tips

24 Aug
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We’re nearing the end of summer, and now is a great time to make sure your roof is protected against the colder seasons to come. While we may see summer as blues skies and sunshine, the extreme weather conditions like heat, humidity and thunderstorms can leave your roof susceptible to significant wear and tear. It’s […]

How To Locate A Roof Leak

21 Feb
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How To Locate A Roof Leak A leaky roof can cause major damage for your home. Not only will the moisture create problems for the structure, but it can also lead to dangerous mold. One of the most difficult tasks to fixing a leaking roof is finding where the source is. Once water enters the […]

Roofing Issues to Look Out for in the Winter

13 Jan

Roofing Issues to Look Out for in the Winter: The intensity of winter weather can sometimes push a roof to its limits. Reader Roofing is dedicated to helping you protect your roof all year round. Here are some common issues you need to look out for during the season. Flashing Leaks A leaky roof is […]

Is frost on your roof a good or bad thing?

03 Feb

We have all had those chilly winter mornings. You get up early, walk past the icy grass and scrape the frost off your car before heading off to start your day. Now look around your neighborhood. You may notice a sheet of frost blanketing your neighbors’ roofs while other roofs remain bare. What does this […]

Chimney Repair With Masonry Repairs

25 Nov
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The two-layer roof had bad wood around the chimney from leaking issues and the chimney masonry was leaking as well with a small tree growing from the bricks. Started by completing masonry repairs by grinding out of all joints between bricks from roof line to the top, removing the crown on top around the flues. […]

Chimney Repair

25 Nov
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The mortar between the bricks on this chimney was failing, lose and very porous allowing water penetration coupled with sub-par masonry tuckpointing repairs attempted by others. The top portion of the chimney was so bad the bricks all needed to be reset in new mortar completely and the top section of the flue pipe replaced. […]

Hunting Valley Roofing Contractors

16 May
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Hunting Valley is a small but lovely suburb located on Cleveland’s East side in Geauga County. We were called to this beautiful home displaying highly decorative stone veneer and exquisite windows. The careful home owner was not willing to trust just anyone to install his new roof. He wanted a company with a proven track […]