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Roof Coatings Versus Roof Replacement

Roof Coatings Versus Roof Replacement: Which Is Right for You?

Replacing a roof is one of the most significant expenses a homeowner can face. As a result, many look for ways to extend the life ...
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How Roof Coatings Can Extend the Life of Your Roof

Your roof is one of the most important parts of your home, protecting you from the elements and keeping your interior safe and comfortable. Over ...
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What Is Soffit

What Is Soffit, and How Does It Function?

Soffit plays an essential role in a home’s roofing system, providing both aesthetic and functional benefits. Homeowners often overlook it, but soffit helps protect the ...
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clearing leaves from metal roof

What Damage Can Old Gutters Cause for a Florida Home?

Gutters may not be the most noticeable feature of a home, but their role is crucial in protecting your property from water damage. Over time, ...
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How to Take Down Christmas Lights Safely Without Damaging Your Roof

How to Take Down Christmas Lights Safely Without Damaging Your Roof

Taking down Christmas lights might seem easier than putting them up, but it’s a task that requires just as much care and attention. Hasty removal ...
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Installed solar panels on Florida metal roof

Can I Install Solar Panels on a Metal Roof?

Florida is known as the “Sunshine State” for good reason. On average, the state receives about 237 days of sunshine per year. This means that ...
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Roof damaged because of wind

How to Spot Wind Damage On Your Roof

Wind poses a substantial risk to roofs, threatening the safety and structural integrity of our homes and businesses. Particularly in Florida, where hurricanes and tropical ...
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Maximizing Energy Efficiency with Roofing Upgrades in Florida

Florida is known for its hot and humid climate, which can be brutal on energy bills, especially during the summer months. With the average temperature ...
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Producing a type of metal roofing in Florida

What Are the Different Types of Metal Roofing? 

Metal roofing is a popular choice for homeowners and commercial building owners because it offers many benefits. A Brief History of Metal Roofs The use ...
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Sun heating on roof in Florida

Getting Your Florida Roof Ready for Summer

Florida homeowners and business owners know that the heat, humidity, and occasional tropical storms in the Sunshine State can be hazardous to roofs. Regular roof ...
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Top view after tile roof installation in Florida

The Benefits of Tile Roofing in Florida’s Coastal Areas

If you are a homeowner in Florida’s coastal areas, then you know the importance of having a strong and reliable roof. With the region frequently ...
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Worker reviewing roofing permit paperwork for a Florida roof replacement

Florida Roofing Permit Guide: Can Homeowners Pull It?

A roofing permit in Florida is approval from your city or county building department that allows a reroof or certain roof repairs to begin. It ...
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Shingle and metal roof samples in Lakeland

Metal Roofing vs. Shingle Roofing: Which is Best for Your Florida Home?

Florida’s climate and weather conditions can present special challenges for anything that is on the exterior of your home. High humidity, ocean spray, frequent heavy ...
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A happy Lakeland roofer after taking better care of roof

Why You Should Take Better Care Of Your Roof

The roof is one of the largest investments most people make in their home, yet many homeowners fail to take appropriate steps to maintain it. ...
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How Old Is My Roof? 5 Ways to Find Out

Homeowners who purchase a pre-owned home sometimes do not have accurate information about the age of their roof. This can be especially true if a ...
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Water blockage in clogged gutters

Common Problems Caused by Clogged Gutters

Gutters have been used on buildings in the American colonies since the 1700s. Today, the vast majority of homes have some kind of gutter system ...
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A new roof over coins

Need a New Roof But Can’t Afford It? Here’s What to Do Next

A roof is not only one of the most critical components of a home – it’s also one of the largest single investments most homeowners ...
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Granules on an old asphalt shingle roof lost over time.

Granular Loss on Roof: When to Call a Roofer

Asphalt shingles are the most common type of roofing material used on homes throughout most areas in the United States. In fact, the Asphalt Roofing ...
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green moss growing in roof

How to Remove Moss from Your Roof

Moss and algae growth on roofs is fairly common in areas of the country where humidity levels are high. Moss and algae are not only ...
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A professional cleaning roof with pressure water washing method

Pressure Washing Roof: Good or Bad?

In some homes, the roof accounts for a substantial percentage of the visible exterior, so keeping it looking good is essential to the home’s overall ...
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Nathan Patterson, owner of SHR

Schedule a Risk-Free Roofing Inspection

Did you know it’s recommended that you get a roof inspected by a professional at least once per year? Our expert contractors can spot issues like cracked tiles, blistering shingles, loose materials or debris, and soft spots on your roof. It’s essential these issues are taken care of promptly to prevent further issues down the road. Let us drop by and check your roof from any unseen problems. Fill out the contact form below to schedule your inspection.