SB Roofing Blog

Metal roofs are not just for commercial buildings.  Many homeowners install metal roofing because they are longer lasting and require less maintenance than shingles.  Metal roofs are expanding in design options and can work for all types of architectural style homes.  However, metal roofs are more expensive than shingles usually, but have a longer life and more extensive warranties.

Here are some pros for metal roofing:

• Less maintenance
• Last longer
• Less flammable (may reduce home insurance cost)
• A Green roofing option - Can be recycled and metal roof sheeting itself is made from mostly recycled material.
• Snow slides off
• Many options in appearance and a wide color selection.

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If you are buying or selling a home be sure to have a roof inspection. When you are buying a home, the home inspector will rarely view the roof from on the roof. They will generally view the roof from the attic and from below and will look at receipts or permits regarding your last  roof inspection or replacement. What you need is a roofing company who specializes in roof inspections to take a look at the roof of your potential new home.

If you are selling your home, and you haven’t had your roof inspected or replaced in a few years, you should certainly do so. If you have roof issues they could hold up your home sale. With the real estate market as competitive as it is you want your house to be set far ahead of the competition. Being able to show prospective buyers that you have recently had your roof inspected, replaces or repaired certainly puts their mind at ease.

For Roof inspections and repairs, contact SB Roofing.

For the second consecutive year, SB Roofing has been selected for the 2012 Best of Virginia Beach Award in the Residential Roofing Contractors category by the US Commerce Association (USCA).

Nationwide, only 1 in 70 (1.4%) 2012 Award recipients qualified as Two-Time Award Winners. Your selection as a 2012 Award Winner is a reflection of the hard work of not only yourself, but of many people that have supported your business and contributed to the subsequent success of your organization. Congratulations on your selection to such an elite group of small businesses.

The U.S. Commerce Association (USCA) "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USCA identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.

If you need roof repairs, a roof inspection or a new roof, contact the winner of the Best of Virginia Beach Award in the Residential Roofing Contractors two years in a row, SB Roofing, .

Owners of older homes generally realize the importance of preventative maintenance. This includes routine roof inspections. As the main barriers that keep the elements out of your home, it puts up with rain, wind and attacks from falling tree limbs and other debris.

As a result, roofers say it’s important for homeowners to have their roofs inspected twice a year. While workers are on their ladders or actually walking on the roof, they can look out for possible problems that may be emerging.

Check Over and Under

Homeowners generally call roofers when they discover a leak or when it’s time to replace a 20- or 25-year-old roof.

Besides inspecting the overall health of the shingles, people who own older homes can expect roofers to check

• Flashing areas
• Rafters under the roof (via the attic)
• Gutter systems.

Roof leaks commonly form around flashing areas, such as where the roof meets the chimney, a wall or a vent pipe. Cracks form at those points and water can seep through. Flash repairs usually can be made without replacing the entire roof, but the age of the surrounding shingles plays a factor in that decision.

Older homes with masonry chimneys also can experience leaks when the chimney’s cement cap or crown develops a crack. On a roof inspection, that can be looked at, sealed or replaced.

If an older home has an unfinished attic, workers will have the opportunity to look at the rafters and make sure nothing is split or loose. It’s good if the roofer can get into your attic to inspect.

A roof inspection will tell you whether you need a new roof or not and whether you have existing problems.

Time to Replace? These signs usually mean it’s time to replace the roof:

• Curling or buckling of the shingles
• Shingles’ granular is wearing away
• Green spotting/ moss growth on your roof

If you need your roof inspected, Contact SB Roofing.

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GAF is North America’s largest roof shingle manufacturer, and SB Roofing has just become a GAF certified roofer. So now you have even more residential roofing options for your home.

GAF Timberline® & Designer Shingles Are Part Of the Lifetime Roofing System! When you use GAF Shingles you get a lifetime limited warranty on your shingles and on all qualifying GAF accessories.

For basic roof protection: Three-Tab (3-Tab) Shingles - Affordable, basic protection for projects on a limited budget.

Most popular shingles: Timberline® Lifetime Shingles - Protect and beautify your home with Timberline®, North America's #1-selling shingles. Timberline® Shingles now have a Lifetime ltd. warranty!

Designer Choice shingles: Designer Lifetime Shingles - Beautiful, stylish, and exceptionally durable, Designer Shingles will make your home the envy of the neighborhood!

For more information on GAF shingles for your roof, contact SB Roofing. 

It is spring, time for your bi-annual roof inspection. This is the perfect time of year for a roof inspection. If roof problems are uncovered, you have several months of nice weather in which to get your roof repaired or replaced.
 
Regardless of if you are putting your house on the market or staying in it for the next 20 years, roof inspections are always worth it. Your roof is one of the most important parts of your home keeping the rest of the home secure and protected. Having a roofer check the condition of your roof can help you save time, money and headaches in the future.

Roof inspections are recommended to every two or three years. This will let you know if you have minor problems or leaks that could become major problems in the future. Roof inspections allow you to plan, and budget, for repairs.

Don’t leave  roof problems unnoticed and unattended, contact SB Roofing.

The spring is the perfect time for replacing the roof. If it is time for you to replace the roof on your Virginia home, and you want to increase curb appeal and set your home apart, consider cedar shakes or cedar shingles. Cedar shingles are the perfect way to increase the curb appeal of your home and increase your home's value. Increasing in popularity, the beauty of cedar shingles is unsurpassed by any other roofing material.

Not only a great investment, cedar shakes create a beautiful look to your home and SB Roofing in Virginia Beach can accommodate.  One of nature's best building products, cedar has a rich, textured grain that is just different than asphalt shingles.  

Believe it or not, cedar shingles are low maintenance with a natural ability to resist the elements, resist insects, and other forms of decay. Cedar shake shingles are able to provide a higher insulation value than any other roofing products keeping your home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter.

The right roofing material makes your home look great. With all the types of shingles and roofing materials on the market, consider cedar shake roofing. Contact SB Roofing for more information.

There may be some indications that you have some problems with your roof. Do you need a roof repair or a new roof? Obviously, roof repairs are less expensive.
 
Replacing your roof is more expensive, but depending on your circumstances it is often the better choice. However, sometimes there are long term costs when you opt for one or the other. There are some things you should consider when considering a new roof.

If your roof is fifteen years or older, a new roof is on its way anyway. Don’t want to waste money on repairs, just replace the roof. If severe weather causes the roof damage, the damage is probably extensive. If you opt for roof repairs, they may help for awhile, but do you need a new roof? We can confidently say that if moisture or mold is an issue, a new roof is the best choice.

A new roof is often the best option for serious roofing problems, however, roof repairs are a good option If the damage is limited, or  if you are moving in the next six to twelve months, a new roof is not worth the costs when a repair can keep your home in good shape for the time being.

If you are still not sure whether your roof needs to be replaced or repaired, contact SB Roofing.

No one wants to repair the roof or put on a new roof. A new roof is perhaps the most unexciting home improvement project. But it may be one of the most necessary. Not only is it a huge project but it also has a dramatic effect on the appearance of  your home.

If you choose the wrong shingles, you won’t like how your home looks, and roofs last for years, so you will have to live with the decision for years. There are so many types of roofing shingles to choose from, it is very difficult to know which will be right for you.

Composite shingles are one of the most popular shingle materials. These shingles are popular, because they are inexpensive. They last a long time, but metal lasts the longest. Composite shingles are the latest trend in roofing. Composite shingles are similar to other conventional and traditional shingle materials. They also come in a wide variety of colors and styles.

Metal shingles are perhaps the longest lasting roofing material. They come in copper, steel and iron. There is also Standing seam metal roofs which have a more modern look.  They are available in steel or aluminum, and a variety of thicknesses.  Metal roofs are a great investment, and are available in a wide range of styles and colors. They are very durable, and maintenance free.

Wood shingles, or shakes, are made from medicated woods like pine, spruce, or cedar. These are higher end shingles with a very unique look and style. The color of these shingles usually turns to gray in the first year. Some of the problems with wood shingles are breakage, deformity, and cowering. So it is usually recommended that you do roof replacement in 10 years or so.

Architectural Shingles look like shake shingles.  They make a very classy looking roof, and last much longer than wood shakes and there is a warranty which usually ranges from 30 years to lifetime, depending on the manufacturer.

Asphalt shingles are the most widely used and you see them on the largest variety of homes. Asphalt Roofing Shingles are made of paper, glass, or fiber and are very strong. These shingles can last up to twenty years.

SB Roofing has been selected for the 2011 Best of Virginia Beach Award in the Residential Roofing Contractors category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA).

The USCA "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USCA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.

Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2011 USCA Award Program focuses on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the USCA and data provided by third parties.
 
About U.S. Commerce Association (USCA)

U.S. Commerce Association (USCA) is a New York City based organization funded by local businesses operating in towns, large and small, across America. The purpose of USCA is to promote local business through public relations, marketing and advertising.

The USCA was established to recognize the best of local businesses in their community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations, chambers of commerce and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to be an advocate for small and medium size businesses and business entrepreneurs across America.