Many homeowners think they’re off the hook for worrying about roofing issues this time of year. After all, aren’t repairs and inspections typically done during the spring? Not exactly. With the severe weather Alabamians have experienced this hurricane season, it’s a critical time to have the roof of your home inspected and make any repairs …
Roofing Maintenance Updates to Execute During Winter Months Read More »
You probably already know that heat rises. What you may not know is that heat rises to your home’s attic. If left unchecked and improperly insulated, your attic could cause a tremendous heat loss and lead to an overall inefficient attic space – ultimately costing you more money each month on your energy bills. If …
Four Things to Do Right Away to Improve Your Attic’s Winter Efficiency Read More »
In our modern lives, energy takes many forms. For our homes, we prioritize light and heat—two crucial forms of energy, especially as we approach the winter months. But creating the energy we need to power our light fixtures and furnaces represents roughly half the battle. The other half concerns preserving as much of that energy …
Attic Insulation & Your Roof: Partners in Preserving Power Read More »
Your roof is the shield for your home. It collects dirt and leaves. But if you don’t watch things you can get a huge enemy! ALGAE! Your roof can slowly become covered in algae, fungus, lichens, and bacteria. There is no such thing as “roof mold” so if someone tells you it is normal they …
Your roof is undoubtedly one of the most vulnerable parts of your house because it needs to withstand all sorts of weather conditions, from scorching heat to frigid cold and everything in between. However, its lifespan depends on how well you take care of it! If you want your roof to last as long as …
Investing in Your Roof is a Smart Investment in Your Home! Whether you’re thinking of selling or just trying to “Keep Up with the Jones’” 40-50% of your Home’s Visible Exterior is Your Roof! The choice of shingle style, shingle condition, and signs of age or staining dramatically affect your home’s overall appearance. Looking from …
Your Roof and Curb Appeal – How They Work Together Read More »
You Know a Hurricane is Coming – Be Ready NOW The Atlantic hurricane season typically runs from the beginning of June through the end of November. This is a fairly broad period when roof damage is more likely to occur if you live in an area susceptible to hurricanes during this part of the year. Wiregrass …
Preparing Your Roof for the 2022 Hurricane Season Read More »
Updating your roof requires a lot of research. There are lots of different roofing systems available. Metal roofing is a great option because of its life span, minimal maintenance, and energy efficiency. With materials like tin, zinc, aluminum, galvanized steel and copper – you have a ton of options. You always want to make sure …
Living in the South guarantees you a couple of things. Hurricanes and Tornadoes are a part of life. So are violent storms – especially in the Spring and Summer. How does this affect your roofing project? Where you live has a huge influence on your roof material choices and the roof’s potential lifespan. In this article …
Why Where You Live Matters When Choosing a Roofing Material Read More »
Your Roof is a Critical Part of Your Home – Just as Important as the Foundation. The roof of your home protects both the exterior and interior of your home. It is critical that your roof is made from the best materials available. All products used by Sunrise Roofing meet the highest standards for quality, …