What you Need to Know Before Installing Rooftop Solar Panels

Did you know that according to SEIA (Solar Energy Industries Association) 2015, the solar energy industry surpassed the natural gas industry in capacity additions, which is important because it translates to solar energy providing “29.5 percent of all new electric generating capacity in the U.S. in 2015.” And as the concept of solar energy continues […]

How to de-ice your roof

Whether or not you’re a fan of the new hit movie La La Land, it does a fantastic job at describing life on the golden coast by opening with the song “Another Day of Sun”. It also titles all of the four seasons, every one of which is opened with a bright sunny day. With […]

How to know when it’s time to replace your roof

Easy ways to tell when its time to replace your roof  When replacing old items like worn-out tires or a really old mattress, it’s usually pretty easy to tell when the time comes that they are in need of replacement. What about when it’s time to replace the roof on your house? Then can you […]

Roofing Tips for this Summer

With the official beginning of summer just around the corner and the extremely hot weather already here your mind is probably focused on summer vacations and swimming, and not necessarily on the condition of your roof. But as boring as it sounds compared to all the summer adventures you’re planning, you really do need to […]

5 Tips for Preventing Roof Leaks

The most common problem that contractors are called upon to fix is a leaky roof. Unfortunately, this serious issue is not a cheap fix either, so any measures that homeowners or building owners can take to prevent the problem from occurring in the first place will be well worth the effort. The following are a […]

How to know when it’s time to replace your roof

How to know when it’s time to replace your roof: signs of an aging roof and what to look for to make the decision Have revealing signs you’ve recently noticed either inside your home or on the exterior, such as damaged shingles or visible water spots left you concerned with the condition of your roof? […]

Common Roof Problems Facing Bay Area Home Owners

Your roof is such an important part of your life, yet you rarely give it any thought. Hopefully, if it is doing its job right, it will not call any extra attention to itself. However, being such a vital piece of your life, it is good to be an informed homeowner and know just exactly […]

4 Tips on How to Remove and Prevent Black Algae Stains from your Bay Area Roof

Nobody likes to look up at the roof of their beautiful home or building and stare at dark, black streaky stains. The cause of these eye sores is often attributed to mold, or just dirt. However, the true cause of most of these dark stains is actually a blue green algae, which is spread by […]

How to Clean Your Bay Area Roof

Everyone knows the joy that comes from keeping a prized possession in top condition by taking extra good care of it. Especially if that possession cost you quite a bit of money, you are probably going to be motivated to go the extra mile to check up on it and keep it nice and clean. […]

DIY Roof Replacement Safety Concerns

Did you know that according to the CDC in the year of 2011 alone, work-related ladder accidents resulted in an estimated 34,000 non-fatal trips to the emergency room? (Occupational Ladder Fall Injuries — United States, 2011). Working with ladders is exceptionally dangerous even for people who work with them often during their profession, which is […]