Longevity of Roof Shingles The cheapest of asphalt shingles generally will be most susceptible to deterioration from temperature, wind, storms, and exposure to the sun, and may begin to show signs of damage within 5-6 years (possibly less) after their initial installation, and their overall lifespan is usually the shortest as well, averaging somewhere between […]
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Six Roofing Facts You Probably Didn’t Know
Six Roofing Facts You Probably Didn’t Know 1. Metal Roofs and Lightning Though metal acts as an excellent conductor of electricity, lightning is not drawn more to metal than any other roofing material. Rather, lightning tends to be attracted to the tallest or highest object in a given area. Even should lightning strike your home, […]
read moreRoofing Q & A – Answered by the Tuscaloosa Roofing Pros
Roofing Facts – Compiled from questions asked by clients of the Tuscaloosa Roofing Pros Q: For how long should a roof be expected to last? A: Because all roofs will eventually deteriorate, how quickly they do so is dependent on many factors. Ventilation of the roof and attic, local climate, level of materials quality and […]
read moreProtection from the Top: The Importance of Commercial Roof Care
Tuscaloosa Roofing Pros is a division of Pinnacle Construction. We want to make sure you recognize the signs of a roof problem so you can take care of it before it causes more expense. For commercial buildings, the roof is simultaneously the primary defense against the natural elements as well as the most vulnerable component […]
read moreHealth Hazards From a Leaky Roof
Not fixing a leaky roof could cost you more than you think– and not just in cash. Water damage from a leaking roof can be hazardous to your health and safety, as well as causing major (and expensive) damage your home itself. Health & Safety Hazards of a Leaking Roof One of the most serious […]
read moreHow Long Should My Roof Last?
It’s a question homeowners often ask: “How long should a roof last?” The answer depends on a number of factors, including the quality of the original roofer’s job, the type of materials used, and the climate where you live. For example, in areas of high sun exposure (such as the Deep South), it’s to be […]
read moreHow to Make Your Roof Last Longer
No matter how good the quality of your roof is, there will come a day when it needs to be replaced- and no one enjoys spending big bucks on a new roof. The good news is, there are things you can do to make your current roof last longer. You wouldn’t expect your car to […]
read moreShould I Repair or Replace my Roof?
Deciding whether to repair a roof or completely replace it is one of the toughest home repair decisions you’ll ever make. Eventually, all roofs need to be replaced due to age and deterioration. But the question is, will a less-expensive repair done now extend the life of your roof and delay the larger expense of […]
read moreThe 6 Most Common Places To Find Roof Leaks- And How to Prevent Them
Most of the time, your roof is probably “out of sight, out of mind.” However, your roof protects your most valuable assets: your family and your home. It’s also the single most expensive part of your house to have replaced, so it just makes good sense to maintain it and to keep an eye out […]
read moreWE DO SIDING AND GUTTERS TOO!
See our recent Press Release about adding a new siding and gutter division to Pinnacle Construction – Tuscaloosa Roofing Pros! Pinnacle Construction – Tuscaloosa Roofing Pros, a successful family-owned business based in Tuscaloosa Alabama announced today that it’s rolling out a couple of new services. Due to customer demand, and after getting a large […]
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