Citizens of the northeast face the common issue of increasing snow loads during the winter. Most people assume you can use a standard snow shovel to clear the snow from your roof. This is an issue as it is unsafe for two reasons. First, it forces you to climb onto your snowy, slippery roof. Also, …
Christmas lights and decorations on the exterior of your home can bring Christmas spirit to even the biggest Grinch in the neighborhood. In some suburban neighborhoods, members will try to outdo one another which often draws onlookers from far and wide to appreciate the vibrant glow of these ornate displays. Citizens spend hundreds to thousands …
Winter is here which means Christmas is right around the corner. In most houses, decorating the tree is a family event. Starting with hanging Christmas lights, moving to tinsel, then on to ornaments, capping it off with a star on top. Everyone helps and it is often one of the purest times of year. For …
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Many homeowners think that the process for a new roof is just removing and replacing roof shingles. However, this is far from the only step required to ensure quality in your roof replacement project. Although there are many steps in the process quality roofing contractors provide a seamless project plan. For example, experienced Massachusetts roofing …
Asking about the lifespan of a roof is a common question that we get at Ranch Roofing. While there are many rules of thumb regarding roof life expectancy, several key factors that determine how long your roof will hold up. A lot of these factors rely on you, the homeowner, and how well you take …
Roof ventilation is a key component to every home’s roof. Depending on the climate, proper ventilation is important to the health and lifespan on your home’s roof. In cold climates, roof vents are vital to ensure your roof doesn’t suffer from ice dams, while in warmer climates they help move hot air and moisture from …
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While it may look light and fluffy from the ground, large amounts of snow on your roof can put both you and your home in danger due to excess snow loads. Roofs are often designed and engineered to hold up to extreme weights that they may never actually face during their lifetime. This is not …
Rich in history, New England is home to some of the oldest homes in the nation. These homes add to the sights of our towns like Cambridge and Arlington, with their aged charm and beauty. While we look at these buildings and homes with reverence, we don’t do the same with an aging, old roof. …
Most roofs are designed and installed to be impervious to severe storm damage and weather. However, particularly strong winds, snow/ice/hail, falling debris, or drainage issues may cause extensive storm damage to roofs and associated systems. Types of Roof Storm Damage Wind damage: Following any particularly bad New England storm, we frequently see widespread cases …
So, you have an ice dam, now what? You obviously want to protect your roof from mold and rot, as well as premature wear and tear on your shingles. But, what is an ice dam? Ice dams are ridges of ice that form on the lower edges of your roof. As the ice melts (or …
