Roofing Guides for the Alabama Gulf Coast

Written for homeowners in Mobile and Baldwin County, not generic advice copied from somewhere with different weather.

Why Chimney Flashing Leaks - And How a Real Repair Looks
Repairs

Why Chimney Flashing Leaks - And How a Real Repair Looks

If you have a stain on the ceiling near the fireplace, the chimney is rarely the problem. The flashing is. Here is a real job, start to finish, with photos.

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Metal vs. Shingles on the Gulf Coast: The Honest Comparison
Metal Roofing

Metal vs. Shingles on the Gulf Coast: The Honest Comparison

We install both metal and shingles, so we have no reason to sell you either one. Here is what each actually does well on the Gulf Coast, and a straight answer on which one belongs on your house.

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How Long Does a Roof Really Last on the Gulf Coast?
Roof Lifespan

How Long Does a Roof Really Last on the Gulf Coast?

The number on the shingle wrapper and the number of years you will actually get are two different things on the Gulf Coast. Here is what shortens a roof in our climate, and what you can do to stretch it.

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How to Pick a Shingle Color You’ll Still Love in 15 Years
Design & Curb Appeal

How to Pick a Shingle Color You’ll Still Love in 15 Years

You will pick a roof color maybe twice in your life, and it is 40% of what the street sees. A working method for getting it right, plus a free tool that shows any of 48 colors on a real roof before you commit.

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After the Storm: What to Do in the First 48 Hours
Storm Damage

After the Storm: What to Do in the First 48 Hours

When a storm opens up your roof, the order you do things in matters more than the speed. A calm, practical sequence for the first 48 hours, and the door-knockers to watch out for.

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What to Check on Your Roof Before Hurricane Season
Storm Prep

What to Check on Your Roof Before Hurricane Season

Most storm damage claims are lost on paperwork, not on damage. Here is what to inspect, what to fix now, and what to photograph before the season starts.

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Repair or Replace? How to Tell What Your Roof Actually Needs
Homeowner Guide

Repair or Replace? How to Tell What Your Roof Actually Needs

A replacement pays a roofer far more than a repair. Here is how to work out which one you actually need, and what to ask the contractor telling you otherwise.

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