Local Roof Companies

It is fair to say that New Jersey experiences the best and worst of Mid Atlantic weather. The winters can be brutally cold, summers can be sweltering, and rainfall happens fairly regularly all year round. As a homeowner, this means that roof replacement decisions take on a whole new meaning. You need an all-purpose, all-weather roof that can withstand extreme freezing, heat, and moisture. While asphalt roofs have remained the industry standard for many homes across the country, you might consider two alternatives that Early Show contributor, Danny Lipford, suggests are better suited for diverse weather conditions:
• Composite fiberglass, although pricier than asphalt materials, lasts longer and can withstand equally harsh conditions.
• Metal roofing is cheaper, more durable, and more energy efficient than asphalt roofs. They do not decompose and last for years with simple maintenance (unlike asphalt roofs that must be replaced every 10-20 years).

Additional Roof Replacement Decisions
After deciding on a material, you need to determine whether you will do the re-roofing yourself or hire a contractor. If you have reservations about your own “handyman” abilities, not to worry. There are many New Jersey roofers who can do the work safely, affordably, and professionally. However, there is no shortage of contractors who deliver shoddy and unreliable work, so you will need to shop around. Lipford offers some additional advice about selecting the right contractors:

By planning your roofing needs well in advance, you can take your time and shop around. If you wait until the last minute, you might end up paying more (especially if your roof is in bad shape).

Stick with referrals. If your friends have had positive experiences, this increases the chances that you will also enjoy a positive experience. However, be sure to ask for written estimates. You do not want surprises.

Quality roofing material and quality workmanship might cost a little extra money upfront, but the return on investment over the lifetime of your home is worth it. By researching and asking questions, you can save yourself a lot of time and money in the long run.

Sources:
Rome Neal • Options For Replacing Roofs • Dec 31, 1969 • http://www.cbsnews.com • http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2002/06/27/earlyshow/living/home/main513621.shtml • 2009, CBS Interactive Inc.

Yes, it’s entirely true what they say about San Diego, California. The weather there, pretty much year round, is perfect. It’s hard to say anything bad about 70-80 degree temps and hardly any rain or cloudy days. Sure, there’s a time in June when it clouds up for about a week or so, but thats it.

So with all this climate perfection going on there, the homeowners in this part of Southern California can choose from almost any type of roofing material and be safe. Almost any common roofing product will last you as long as you would hope in San Diego.

San Diego’s #1 Roofing Material
If you have ever seen a picture of a house in the San Diego, CA area you would notice the most common roofing material there, it’s clay. This is an abundant material in SoCal and in extreme conditions clay roofing won’t last all that long, but in San Diego it will. Its beautiful, can be colored or shaded to match a home reasonably well and is relatively cheap. So when in San Diego, do as the San Diegans (??) do… and for San Diego roofing, they do clay.

There’s the common perception about the Pacific Northwest, and Seattle in particular, that it always rains. In fact, this is not true. There are many areas across the country that get more annual rainfall, like the Washington DC area or even Houston. However, what is true is that there is a very high percentage of overcast days in the Pacific Northwest.

That being said, Seattle roofers, Washington roofing companies as well as Oregon roofers know that they need to be prepared to offer roof repair services often, all year round. The reason is, there is a fairly high amount of rain, lesser amount of sunlight and on top of that, moderate temps all year. So how does that translate into roofing problems? Mold, mildew and rot can spread much more quickly in this type of climate.

So if you are a Seattle-ite, Washingtonian or Oregonian, you need to have annual inspections on your roofing as well as a quick method to contact prescreened roofers for roof repair estimates and quick work.

Here are some roofing companies that we have been recommended:

Seattle Roofers - Anderson Roofing, Metropolitan Roofing and Construction
Washington State - Raynproof Roofing, State Roofing
Oregon Roofers - CC&L Roofing, H&B Roofing

Replacing your roof is a big investment — in research time and money — for any homeowner. But in Minnesota, where temperatures regularly reach subzero in the winter, you want to be sure to buy a shingle product that performs well to keep you and your family comfortable no matter what’s happening outside.

Here’s a look at some of your options:
• Composite shingles: This is the most popular choice nationwide and in Minnesota. About 90 percent of Minnesota homeowners use asphalt composite shingles. They’re durable and inexpensive: about $50 to $150 per 100 square feet depending on warranty and quality.
• Wood shake: Generally made of decay resistant cedar, wood shake shingles last about 20 to 25 years. But you pay for the look: They cost $70 to $100 per 100 square feet.
• Wood shingles: Also typically made of cedar, wood shingles last 20 to 25 years but are a bit more expensive than shake, costing about $80 to $170 per 100 square feet.
• Clay tile: Clay tiles provide a sustainable, long-lasting roof that can last as long as 100 years. But your home needs to be able to support the extra weight that clay requires. Clay and concrete tile roofs are extremely expensive, running $300 to $500 per 100 square feet.

Also to be considered are metal and slate roofs, which are the most expensive — and lowest maintenance — options. While very durable, metal can cost up to $600 for coated copper and steel; slate, which is heavy like ceramic tiles, costs as much as $1,000 per 100 square feet.
Whatever product you decide to go with, remember to factor in the costs of installation and maintenance. However, composite roofing in Minnesota is the most well rounded choice.

We have touched on roofing in Texas in the past, but now I wanted to discuss how roofing is different in the Houston area, compared to much of the state.

Houston Texas is a very arid climate and is generally quite warm compared to many places throughout the US. Houston has warm temps and much rain, and its on the gulf coast so it gets extreme conditions occasionally. The arid and humid climate can cause damage to your home more quickly in many cases. The moisure that can get under your shingles can cause mold and rot in short time. Therefore roofing in Houston is generally higher maintenance.

Be sure to have your Houston Texas roof, no matter the material, inspected annually, so that if you did accumulate moisture, the mold and decay is concealed to a small and easily repairable area. Houston roofing contractors can provide free estimates for quick fixes and sectional or overall replacements. Check your Houston roof, often!!

Next time that we talk about roofing in Texas, were going to discuss how unique Dallas roofing is compared to Houston.

There really isn’t too much to debate about when it comes to how roofing is done in the southwestern portion of the United States. In Arizona, and particularly the Phoenix area, it’s hot and dry almost all the time.

In fact, that’s probably an understatement. Its really hot.

The extreme heat and very dry temperatures make roofing in Arizona quite boring really. Yes, these kinds of conditions can cause daily expansions of your roofing material, but the desert is abundant with the right roofing material.

Phoenix roofing companies can essentially go digging for their supplies (not really, that’s entirely a joke). The roofing solution that fits most of Arizona and definitely the majority of hot and dry Phoenix (Scottsdale, Tempe etc) is clay and many cases terra cotta. But clay and different variations of clay roof tiles is what you will typically find on roofs in Phoenix. Some cases of metal roofing can be found, because of it’s ability for high reflection as well.

Shake shingle and some asphalt are used in Arizona, so is urethane foam, but the truth is, these products dont stand up to the conditions the way clay roofing does.

We know of a great company that has been serving the Phoenix, AZ area for quite some time. They have a good reputation amongst our readers so we’ll give them a highlight. Scott Roofing Company, check them out.

In the heart of beautiful Southern California is the bustling economy and industry area of Orange County. Orange county is one of the largest counties in America, but actually (currently) only the third largest county in California.

Roofing trends in Socal are mainly clay and terracotta roof shingles. Industrial metal roofs are found in low lying and small building office parks, but there aren’t many of those as the county is traditionally more professional than it is industrial.

There are some great roofing contractors in Orange county CA, but we wanted to take the time to highlight the leading California based contractor screening company and homeowner referral company for California roofers, Calfinder. They are a company that has been growing each year for the past few years since they started. They are run by good people and they have an excellent system in place. Definitely check them out, they are a great service.

Now is the season for local roofing companies to look at new roofing leads sources. There is no doubt that within the last few years, roofing companies are turning more and more to the internet as their main source for business. Within the next few years the amount of internet users is expected to pretty much double and therefore roofers who create and learn to manage an online lead generation presence are going to have the best success in the near future.

Therefore, as this heavy roofing season approaches, be sure to look into setting your roofing company up with a good online roofing lead generation structure. Some of the more respected companies out there include Calfinder and Reliable Remodeler, but there are many.

Southern California is arguably the most beautiful region in the country. With somewhat moderate temperatures and glorious mountain landscapes and beaches from San Diego, to Dana Point up past Santa Barbara.

Most people think one type of roofing material when they think about Southern California (or as the locals call it, SoCal). The truth is, this roofing material that we all think of is VERY common in SoCal. It is a type of clay material that has been used in warmer, dryer climates for a long, long time. Terracotta roofing is generally red but can also been seen in some shades of yellow.

Other types of roofing in Southern California include ceramic and asphalt shingles. SoCal is definitely a roofers best friend, the warm dry temps can cause cracking and damage even without too much time or extreme conditions.

A Press Release we came across today:

Texas (TX), where everything is bigger, is one state in the country where if you are inclined to hide from something, you should hide here. That being said, many business owners know that if you want to be found, it’s also a little more difficult. As the face of marketing and advertising continues to change, traditional mediums are becoming increasingly expensive and less effective. The internet is very quickly becoming the sole source of business shopping for each generation of homeowners. Fortunately, a new website is giving Texas roofing companies a better way to make themselves more reachable to their target market.

Roofing-Directory.com, a roofing website dedicated to connecting homeowners with prescreened roofing contractors, recently launched full coverage of all roofing categories and regions applicable in Texas. Homeowners from El Paso to Dallas - Fort Worth can visit the website, read about the type of job they may need and request an estimate from as many as four Texas roofing contractors. Roofing-Directory.com owner Ryan Corey says, “There are general directories on the web that list companies from many different industries in Texas, but they typically combine multiple regions. Roofing-Directory.com is different because it is simply about roofing. Plus, we have coverage in any specific geographic part of Texas, so there is no guessing as to if a company covers your part of the state or your particular roofing need.”

With all of the roofing information a Texas homeowner would need in one location, plus the ability to contact up to four local prescreened roofing companies to request free estimates, Roofing-Directory.com should be a big hit in the Lone Star State. Many believe that micro-directory websites like this are soon to be the main source for businesses on the internet in general. But with everything being bigger in Texas, its nice to have this type of focus when it comes to finding a service like roofing.

Visit www.Roofing-Directory.com to find out about Texas roof replacement or roof repair in Texas. Texas roofing contractors can also add their listing.