Replacement Cost Value vs. Actual Cash Value
Why This Is the Most Important Thing to Know Before Filing a Claim Do you want to pay a simple deductible or $20,000 out of pocket for your roofing claim? If you want the lesser amount, then this is a MUST READ. Are you expecting your insurance company to pay for repairs after a storm? […]
5 Best Roofing Upgrades
The time to replace your old roof might be approaching. Perhaps you’re wondering about the best roofing upgrades that are available to maximize the life of your new roof. Well, here they are — the five best roofing upgrades: Ventilation Ventilation is the most important, yet the most overlooked, component of the roofing system. A […]
Best Roofing Vents Pros And Cons
As you begin the process of getting a new roof, you might be wondering, “What is the best roofing vent for my house?” Here are the three main types: Static, Turbine or whirlybird, and Ridge vent. Before we look at each one, know this — mixing vent type is not recommended, and all vents need […]
How Do I Know If I Am Getting a Good Roof?
Most homeowners will never step foot on their roof — which means the only way to know if you got a good one is to know what questions to ask before the crew shows up. Here’s what matters. Type of Shingle Know where the material is being ordered from. “Seconds” are when a distributor mixes […]
How Can I Tell If My Roof Has Hail Damage?
Look at your gutters You don’t need to climb a ladder; just look from the ground. Look at your gutters from several directions. Also, look at the downspouts. Don’t count any damage less than 3 feet from the ground — that was likely caused by your kids. Haha! It takes more force to dent a […]
Will My Contractor Meet My Insurance Adjuster?
Will Green Country Roofing meet with your adjuster? Absolutely. Having your contractor on-site means damage doesn’t get overlooked. Let’s talk about an adjuster meeting and what goes on before, during, and after. Before the Meeting: When your house has been damaged by a storm to the point that filing a claim is necessary, this is […]
What Are The Components of a Roof?
There are many components of a roof. We are constantly asked, “What do I need on my roof?” Here is the list of the components of a roof. Drip Edge Drip edge has a couple of functions. The first is to protect the edges of the roof from water damage. The second is to prevent […]
Why Is Decking Important?
Decking is the most important component of a roof. If the decking is not strong or supportive, neither will your roof. Shingles need to lay flat and must be nailed firmly to the decking. If they’re not, they simply will not last. Roof Decking Provides a Nail-able Surface Decking on new construction houses nowadays is […]