Some roofs, called green roofs, are specially designed to house moss and other plants. But, if you live in a typical home with a shingle roof, you don’t have a green roof. Or you shouldn’t, which means any moss you find growing on your roof could be a problem. We’ll discuss how moss damages your [...]
You’re spending a lot on your new roof, so you want to choose the right roofing material for you. You may ask: which roofing material lasts the longest? It’s wise to prioritize the longevity of your roof, to maximize your investment and avoid getting another new roof for as long as possible. The most durable [...]
Historic homes are a treasure, but sometimes a challenge to maintain. When it comes time to choose a roof for your historic home in Sonora, you may struggle to choose a material that is as accurate as possible to the home, time period, and materials that were available in Tuolumne county when your home was [...]
You’ve just had a roof repair job, or you’ve just had a brand-new roof installed. So, you are shocked to find that some of those new shingles have blown off the roof, leaving unsightly gaps. Did your roofer do a bad job? Maybe. But, it’s also possible that your roofer did everything right and the [...]
A light dusting of snow may make your neighbourhood look like a miniature Christmas scene in a snow globe. It’s delightful unless there is a lot of it. Major snowstorms may drop so much snow that you question the stability of your roof. Should you remove snow from your roof? Snow removal companies may say [...]
Your chimney is an important part of your home’s architecture all year round, but over the holidays, it takes on special importance. Your chimney and fireplace are symbols of your home’s warmth and family tradition. Of course, they are also Santa’s way into your home. However, a chimney also deals with special stress during winter, [...]