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Rev up Rooftop Performance in Hot Weather

a metal roof keeping a house cool in hot weather in MA, CT, NH, or RI

Learn how choosing the right roof can help you beat the summertime heat There’s a good reason why some homeowners sometimes describe their energy costs as “through the roof” during the spring and summer hot weather seasons. It’s true that by using subpar roofing material and inadequate installation methods, your roof can be the least… ( read more )

Have a Safe Ladderless Roof Inspection

a metal shingle roof before a ladderless roof inspection in MA, CT, NH or RI

Whether it’s a metal roof or not, metal roofing contractors will tell you that you have to perform routine checks on your roof to make sure they’re in top condition. Usually, this involves getting a ladder to get up there and get the job done, but what if you don’t have a ladder? Ladderless Roof… ( read more )

The Qualities That Make Metal Roofs Resilient

close-up of a red standing seam metal roof on a home in MA, CT, NH or RI

Metal roofs are nothing if not resilient. With proper care and maintenance, metal roofs can last 100 years or so; 5-6 times as long as the typical asphalt shingle roof. Metal roofing installation specialist shares an in-depth look at what makes metal such a resilient roofing system. Impact Resistance Compared to most other roofing types,… ( read more )

Are Home Improvement Loans Tax-Deductible?

Every contractor, metal roofing contractors or otherwise, have told you that upgrading your home is a significant but necessary expense. Sometimes you have to take out home improvement loans. There’s nothing wrong with this, but there is the lingering question of whether those loans are tax-deductible. In this post, Classic Metal Roofs LLC discusses if… ( read more )

5 Things to Consider When Adding a Dormer

Things to consider when adding a dormer in Stow, MA

Dormers are windows that are usually set vertically on a sloped roof and may even have its own roof. A dormer is  usually installed to make an attic and loft spaces more livable and can add to the beauty and value to your property. You can even add it on your metal roofs, provided you… ( read more )