Blog: Patrick Cochran

If you have a shingle roof that’s more than a decade old, or a roof that has endured the brunt of a storm, then it may be time to replace your roof. But how can you be sure that your roof ought to be replaced?

Unlike previous warranties available for shingles (which lasted only a certain amount of years — e.g. a 30-year warranty), the GAF (the largest roofing manufacturer in North America) started issuing limited lifetime warranties for shingles that fail.

As Massachusetts' roofing experts, we know first hand how important it is to keep your gutters clear of debris. And, with fall in full swing, it’s likely that your gutters are clogged with leaves. That’s bad news for your roof, but it is an easy fix.

Your roof should be rugged. Preferably, it’d be impenetrable. Unfortunately, roofs aren’t perfectly impervious to damage. Even the most expensive roofing materials are prone to damage over time. So, what causes roof damage? And how can you avoid it? Well, today, we have the answers.

If you have a roof that’s a bit out of shape, you may be asking yourself, do I need to have it repaired? Or is it time to replace my roof? It’s an important question, since the monetary difference between a repair and a replacement can be in the thousands.

Homeowners want a home that can withstand the weather — after all, it provides peace of mind to have a strong roof over your head. It’s important to keep your roof tip-top.

Here at Red Dog’s, we know roofing. As a matter of fact, we’re the folks to call for roofing repairs, maintenance, and installations if you live here in Massachusetts. We deal with all sorts of roofing components while we’re up on your abode: chimneys, vents, gutters, you name it.

Whether it looks it or not, your roof is a rather complex construction — trust us, we've been working on roofs here in Massachusetts for years. Roofs are far more than just a few shingles tacked onto the top of your home.

Is it time to install a new roof over your abode? You may have a headache at all the available options, as far as roofing materials go. On top of considering cost and the longevity of your roofing material, you’ll have to consider the aesthetic quality of your roof.