How Cedar Shake Roof Installation Works A sound cedar shake roof starts with a solid, dry deck and a slope suited to the product. The roofer installs underlayment and flashing, lays a starter course at the eaves, then works upward with evenly spaced shakes. Each...
Composition Shingles vs 3-Tab: What Homeowners Need to Know 3-tab shingles are composition shingles. Both are asphalt roofing. The useful comparison is between flat, single-layer 3-tab shingles and thicker, laminated architectural composition shingles. Architectural...
When a Built-Up Roof Coating Makes Sense A coating can protect a built-up roof (BUR) that is still sound. It shields the roof from UV damage, and a reflective coating may help reduce heat buildup. But applying a roof coating will not fix wet insulation, loose roofing...
Key Factors That Determine the Cost of Fixing Hail Damage on Car Panels The cost of fixing hail damage on car panels generally ranges from $300 to $1,500 for minor dings, $1,500 to $4,500 for moderate multi-panel damage, and $4,500 to $8,500 or more for severe storm...
Understanding Bitumen Paint for Fence Posts and Ground-Line Decay Bitumen paint for fence posts extends the life of outdoor timber by sealing the wood pores and creating a thick, waterproof barrier that blocks the moisture fungi need to survive. Applied to the...
