Author: Rich Prue

A slate roof can be not only aesthetically pleasing, but also durable and and long-lasting if properly maintained.  Finding an honest roofer qualified in slate repair is essential in order to have your slate roof last as long as possible.  You will also need a slate repair expert to properly assess your roof and let you know when your slate roof can no longer be repaired, but may need to be replaced.  There are a number of factors that will affect how much your slate roof repair will cost including region, type of slate, roof height and pitch, and amount…

Roofing Contractor Scams and How To Avoid Them Contractor scams are common, and roofing scams are often easier to pull off on unsuspecting homeowners.  With roofs being high and sometimes out of sight from the ground, it is easier to not complete work as promised by the roofer, because the homeowner will never see it.  Storm damage, which often requires rapid action by a homeowner to prevent further interior damage, often causes a frantic homeowner to make unwise decisions when choosing a contractor. Here are a few different types of roofers who take advantage of homeowners, and how to prevent…

How To Know When To Replace Your Slate Roof A natural stone slate roof can be a long-lasting, aesthetically-pleasing feature of any home.   A slate roof can generally last at least 80 to 100 years, with many lasting much more than that.  There are a number of factors that will extend or limit the lifespan of a slate roof.  The type of slate, the quality of the slate, roof pitch, and weather conditions are some factors that can affect how long a slate roof will last.  These factors also may affect how much maintenance a slate roof will require. A big…

BUSINESS STARTUP QUICK LINKS LIABILITY INSURANCE CONTRACTOR SOFTWARE JOB SEARCH How to Start a Landscaping Business In VirginiaWhen starting a landscaping or lawn care business in the state of Virginia, you will need to complete a few important steps in order to become a legal business.  Your Virginia landscaping business could include gardening, lawn mowing, leaf removal, excavation, tree work, and more.  You may want to start here:  How To Start A Landscaping Or Lawn Care Business.  You can find the links to help get your new landscaping business registered in Virginia below.  You must do your own thorough research, as laws change regularly.  Here…

BUSINESS STARTUP QUICK LINKS LIABILITY INSURANCE CONTRACTOR SOFTWARE JOB SEARCH How To Choose a Lawn Care or Landscaping Business NameChoosing a good business name is one of the first steps in starting any business.  Below you will find some tips on choosing a business name for someone starting a lawn mowing, lawn care, leaf removal, landscaping, yard design, or snow removal, tree trimming, or any other type of property maintenance business.Here are some points to consider when deciding on a lawn care / landscaping company name:-Create a Business Plan:  After creating a business plan that includes the present and future goals…

BUSINESS STARTUP QUICK LINKS LIABILITY INSURANCE CONTRACTOR SOFTWARE JOB SEARCH There are a number of steps to start a legal landscaping or lawn care business in the state of South Carolina.  Your South Carolina landscaping business could include gardening, lawn mowing, leaf removal, excavation, tree work, and more. You must do your own thorough research, as laws change regularly.  You may want to start here: How To Start A Landscaping Business.Getting started- A resource created by the state of South Carolina to help you start your business can be found here: South Carolina Business One-Stop-Register your landscaping business name.Find out if…

Table of Contents Starting and running a profitable landscaping business is a lot more than knowing about how to push a lawnmower or pull weeds.  Being a successful landscaper involves organization, knowledge, patience, perseverance, people-skills, and a number of other traits.  Many lawn care business owners fail, not because they weren’t a skilled landscaping contractor, but because they were not skilled in running a business.The larger you want your landscaping company to be, the better you need to be as a business owner, as the responsibility will be greater.  It is not wrong to dream about growing a large company, but if you are a…

OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) is a US government agency regulating workplace safety.  If you are a roofing contractor in the United States, with at least one employee, you are required to abide by OSHA safety standards.  If you work alone, you are not required to abide by OSHA standards.  If you have no employees, but use other roofers  as sub-contractors or independent contractors, you are not required to comply to OSHA standards.  OSHA only regulates safety standards for companies with paid employees. Roofing business owners who fail to comply with OSHA safety standards could face stiff fines.  Fines may…

Factors Affecting Shingle Repair Costs Shingle damage can happen a from high winds, a falling tree, a hail storm, or a number of other various and often bizarre ways.  Sometimes the damage is enough to involve your insurance company.  Other times, the damage is minimal, won’t reach your insurance deductible, and can just be handled through a roofing contractor. There are a number of variables that will affect how much a shingle repair job will cost.  There is not one set price.  Here are some ways that a roofing contractor will come up with a repair cost for your damaged shingle…

Roofing Tools and Equipment Good, reliable roofing tools and equipment are critical for any roofing contractor.  Some tools end up collecting dust or costing more time or money than they are worth.  It is important to research the equipment and tools you want to purchase to make sure they are safe, reliable, and worth the investment.  Here is a list of various articles, reviews, and links to roofing-related tools and equipment: Tools Tools Needed For Roof Repairs Roofer’s Helper Recommended Tools Equipment & Accessories Drones Safety Equipment Vehicles Choosing a Roofing Vehicle Ladder Racks