Summer storms in Greensboro hit hard and fast. A line of thunderstorms can drop an inch of rain in under an hour, push sustained wind gusts past 50 miles per hour, and leave behind branches, debris, and standing water before most homeowners have time to think about what just happened on the roof. By the […]
Most roof problems that surface in the fall were actually set in motion during summer. Homeowners tend to blame a leak on the storm that revealed it, but the storm is rarely what caused the damage. The weakening happened slowly, across years of heat cycles, UV exposure, and attic temperatures that most people never think […]
The 30% rule for renovations states that if you’re updating more than 30 percent of a home’s major systems or structure, you may trigger requirements to bring the entire system up to current building codes rather than just the portion being renovated. This threshold applies to various building systems, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and structural […]
After discovering storm damage to your roof, immediately document the damage with photos and videos from the ground, contact your insurance company to file a claim, and call professional roofing contractors for emergency assessment and temporary protection. Do not climb onto your roof or attempt any repairs yourself, as storm-damaged roofing creates serious safety hazards […]