Avoid Costly Winter Damage Caused by Rooftop Ice Dams Throughout the U.S., cold snaps are hitting homeowners hard this winter with temperatures dipping down well below zero in many regions. The sudden freeze and thaw caused by conditions like a polar vortex can cause massive rooftop issues for homeowners who aren’t prepared. That’s because ice… ( read more )
Highlighting Oxford “Slate” Metal ShinglesClassic Metal Roofs, LLC, a top metal roof installer in the southern New England area, talk about the features of one of its products, the Oxford “slate” metal shingles. Metal, in itself, is a malleable material. It means it can be bent or shaped into anything while retaining its durability. That’s one… ( read more )
January 31, 2019 | Filed under: Blog, Metal Roofing
There is nothing better on a cold winter’s day (or night) than a steaming hot cup of bone broth, and it cures what ails you! I have two versions on this very easy recipe. The quick “Instant Pot” version and the traditional method of slow cooking on the stove top. Makes about 16 cups. Ingredients… ( read more )
January 28, 2019 | Filed under: Family Recipes
International Organization for Standardization Most manufacturing industries have some sort of program in place which ensures the qualities and standards of their products. For many industries, that is ISO – the International Organization for Standardization. Several years ago, a number of forward-thinking metal roofing manufacturers wanted to create an ISO-like program that is specific to… ( read more )
January 24, 2019 | Filed under: Blog, Metal Roofing
How to Deal with Corrugated Metal Roof Leaks Properly A corrugated metal roof can make for an acceptable covering for out buildings and barns, but are definitely not the choice of discriminating homeowners. Being made of steel, they’re tough and wind-resistant when installed properly. They come in wide sheets to cover your entire roof with… ( read more )
January 10, 2019 | Filed under: Blog, Metal Roofing