RoofSmart
Turning metal roofing questions into closed sales
By Jesse Sanchez. Education, value and thorough communication can help contractors confidently guide homeowners through metal roofing decisions. For contractors selling metal roofing, the conversation often begins long before a homeowner is ready to make a purchasing decision. Questions about cost, noise, rust, maintenance and appearance can all influence whether a customer ...
Understanding Class A fire-resistant roofs
By The Coffee Shops®. Understand how roofing materials, underlayment, vents and maintenance work together to improve your home’s fire protection. A Class A roofing material can provide a high level of fire resistance, but the covering alone does not determine how well a roof will perform. According to this article ...
Q&A – Wood roof redo
With cedar shake disintegrating, this homeowner was looking for advice about putting a new roof on. Stephane, a homeowner from British Columbia, Canada, recently reached out to our experts with the following question: My geodesic dome cabin in the woods (I did not build it) has been roofed with cedar ...
Learn about your roof one minisode at a time
By Emma Peterson. AskARoofer™ Minisodes break down common homeowner concerns into short, easy-to-understand podcast episodes featuring trusted industry experts. For many homeowners, their roof is the second-most expensive investment they’ll make in their home – just after buying the home itself! With that large of an investment on the table, ...
Stop the spread
By Anna Lockhart. Can one spot of damage ruin a whole roofing system? Roofing experts explain what happens if a portion of your roof gets water damage. If your home’s roof has experienced minor water damage, it might seem that the issue isn’t a major concern. After all, ...
Ventilation by roof type
By The Coffee Shops™. Understanding the impact of roof shape and attic design on your exhaust ventilation system. Roof ventilation is no small detail to ignore. The wrong setup can trap moisture in the attic, creating conditions that may lead to condensation, rot, mold and premature roof failure. So, how ...
Roofing consultations require more than comparing prices
By The Coffee Shops™. Proper ventilation, detailed inspections and clear communication all play a critical role in long-term roof performance. In the article “What Should I Know About Roofing Before Meeting With a Roofer?,” RoofSmart founder Jim Singleterry outlines several key considerations homeowners should understand before starting conversations with ...
Q&A – Rooftop deck build
This Washington homeowner came to AskARoofer for some advice about a rooftop addition to his new home. William, a homeowner in Washington, was looking into building a deck on their roof and wanted some advice on the plan: I recently purchased a house in Seattle with a rooftop deck that uses ...
