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Wind Damage to Your Columbus Roof

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Has Your Columbus Home Suffered Wind Damage to Your Roof? February and March tend to be a very windy month across the entire country. Temperatures fluctuate greatly as we bid farewell to winter and welcome the warmer spring temperatures. As warm and cold temperatures grapple throughout March, windy conditions are quite common until April ushers in more moderate weather. Often overlooked, high winds can be pretty harsh on roofs and can even result in damaged or missing roof components. High Continue Reading ...

TPO Roofing Membrane for Denver Commercial Buildings

Posted on: January 23, 2019 by in Commercial Roofing, TPO Roofing
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If you are looking for a durable and cost-effective roofing system for your low-slope or flat roof, TPO roofing may be the right choice. It is the most often used single-ply roofing membrane in the United States. It is coveted by commercial and industrial building owners who are looking to LEED credits for their projects. What is TPO Roofing? TPO stands for Thermoplastic Polyolefin. It is a single-ply reflective roofing membrane that is made from polypropylene and ethylene-propylene Continue Reading ...

How to Prepare for a New Roof Replacement

Posted on: December 27, 2018 by in Roof Replacement
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Are You Ready For A New Roof? The biggest obstacle homeowners face when looking to fix or replace their roof is choosing the right person to do the job. After a damaging storm, they need to quickly get back to normal and perform the necessary roofing repairs. But that doesn’t mean they should just choose the first contractor who knocks on their door. Finding a contractor who is trustworthy, honest, and professional may sound difficult – but that’s where you come in. 10 Tips to Help Continue Reading ...

Time for Holiday Lights: Spreading Holiday Cheer With Columbus Roofing

Posted on: December 4, 2018 by in Holiday Roofing
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Holiday Lights Spread Holiday Cheer If you’re anything like our team at Columbus Roofing Systems, you might be getting excited for the holiday season. And that means it’s time for holiday lights on every home in town! For some, it’s a magical time of year, but many see stringing lights and decorations across your home as a chore that often competes head-on with inclement weather conditions. To help you get in the holiday spirit, we’ve put together a few roofer’s tips for Continue Reading ...

Columbus Roof Ventilation Concerns

Posted on: November 5, 2018 by in Roof Inspections, Roof Repairs
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Proper Roof Ventilation in Columbus is More Important Than You May Think Most homeowners in Columbus, OH have a basic understanding of their roofing system. They understand that inspections should be done about once a year, that damage should be addressed promptly, and that gutter systems need to be maintained. Yet a lot of homeowners don’t fully appreciate the importance of proper roof ventilation. Not only can a poorly ventilated roof shave a few years off of its lifespan, it can also Continue Reading ...

Three Reasons to Inspect Your Columbus Roof Before Winter

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Winter is just around the corner. If you haven’t had a roof inspection done in the past 12 months, now is the perfect time to have that done. When you’re proactive about roof inspections and roof repair you’ll be able to catch (and deal with) small issues before they turn into large-scale problems. Besides, do you want to wait until the first snowfall to learn you have a leak? We’re guessing the answer is no. Below are our top 3 reasons to inspect your roof before winter Continue Reading ...

Step Flashing in Columbus

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Step flashing is a type of roof flashing that permits a roof to abut brickwork. The ‘step’ refers to the pattern that is being created in the lead. The model is being set up by a series of cuts which permits the lead to penetrate between the bricks. Creating the steps helps bricks to remain un-cut and undamaged. It also makes the bricks pleasing. Continuous flashing against a sidewall is one way to install a roof, but it’s not the correct way. It may seem as if a single piece of Continue Reading ...

Metal Flash Roofing in Columbus

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  Metal Flash Roofs in Columbus Metal flashing is an important element of a roofing system. The main types of metal flashing that you need to know when purchasing a roof are drip edge, wall and chimney flashings. No matter what kind of roofing style, color or finish you are after, there’s a metal roof to match. Looking for the charm of traditional cedar shake, or the simplicity of asphalt shingle? Or perhaps you are after the bold and distinctive look of clay tile or natural Continue Reading ...