Roof assemblies - renovation

A close-up view of a roof shingle with green moss and dark algae stains on it.
Roof assemblies - renovation

Eco-friendly Roof Cleaning and Treatments: The Complete Guide

The guide to sustainable roof maintenance you need! Learn to safely remove moss & stains, understand the needs of different roof types like asphalt shingle, metal, tile & flat roofs, and discover safe treatments that can extend the life of your roof. Roof cleaning and treatments: a homeowner's and pro's guide To…

Roof assemblies - renovation

Flat roof maintenance & leak prevention - Everything you need to know!

A detailed guide to flat roof care. Learn to identify & maintain EPDM, TPO, PVC or Torch-on & ballasted gravel roofs, prevent leaks by managing drainage, & use infrared cameras to find hidden moisture from condensation or leaks before rot can take hold. The definitive guide to flat roof maintenance To prevent the…

A beautiful, overlapping pattern of a natural slate tile roof on a home.
Roof assemblies - renovation

Cleaning and Maintaining Tile Roofs (Concrete, Clay & Slate)

Learn to keep your concrete, clay, or slate tile roof in top condition. Our guide covers safe moss removal, diagnosing fastener failure or hook corrosion, repair strategies, & the ethical considerations of slate sourcing to help your lifetime roof last. The definitive guide to cleaning and treating tile and slate…

A beautiful standing seam metal roof on a modern home in a natural setting.
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The Complete Guide to Metal roof Cleaning and Maintenance

Learn how to clean and maintain your metal roof to ensure its 50+ year lifespan. Our guide covers different finishes like Kynar and Galvalume, preventing corrosion and fading, removing debris and lichens, and the correct way to repaint your roof. The complete guide to metal roof maintenance To protect your long-term…

A close-up macro shot of the ceramic granules on a new asphalt roof shingle.
Roof assemblies - renovation

The definitive Guide to Cleaning & Treating Asphalt Shingle Roofs

Your complete guide to asphalt shingle maintenance. Learn to safely remove black algae streaks and moss, prevent granule loss, and understand how modern, eco-friendly rejuvenation treatments can add years to the life of your roof without harsh chemicals. The definitive guide to cleaning & treating asphalt shingle…

A beautiful well-maintained cedar shake roof should last for years if maintained
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Cleaning and preserving cedar shake roofs, (and what not to do!)

Learn to care for your cedar roof by understanding how climate zone, insolation, and pests affect it. Our guide covers safe moss removal, UV protection, and the essential preservative treatments that can double the lifespan of your natural wood roof. The definitive guide to cleaning and preserving cedar roofs To…

Ice dams on roofs & how to fix them
Roof assemblies - renovation

What causes ice dams and how to fix them

Learn how to fix Ice dams on your roof before they cause damage - if you look up and see icicles hanging on the gutter then it's probably ok to say "Ice, D@mn!". Ice dams form at the bottom of roofs, letting water penetrate and cause damage to the interior of walls and roofs. When snow melts on a roof it runs down…

Frost in attics: what causes attic ice? How to fix it?
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Why is There Frost in My attic? Is Ice In Roofs a Problem and How Do I Stop it?

A roof leak isn't really a roof leak if it’s leaking in on a sunny spring day as the snow finally starts to thaw. It's more likely a build up of frost and ice in your roof space - so how to prevent it. Frost in attics: why is there ice in my roof? When a warm sunny day arrives after a long cold stretch and it seems…