Roofing Tips

STEEL VS. ALUMINUM ROOFS: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?

STEEL VS. ALUMINUM ROOFS: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE? BY: NICK LEE PRESIDENT AT COASTAL METAL (MIAMI, FL) As roofers, we know the phrase, “location location location” isn’t exclusive to real estate industry. When choosing between a steel and aluminum roofing system, the location of your project can determine which material will best suit your needs. Steel

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Roofsmart Pad Overview

https://youtu.be/t3NEs3ry_io What are Roofsmart Pads? Roofsmart Pads were designed by a veteran roofer to both help protect roofing tiles from damage and help keep workers safe.  Roofsmart Pads are constructed with ABS plastic and a 1.5 inch foam pad.  Each Roofsmart Pad measures 24×40 inches and weighs about 14 lbs. Additional accessories including a ladder

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How to Identify and Prevent Metal Roof Fading and Chalking

BY: NICK LEE PRESIDENT AT COASTAL METAL (MIAMI, FL) Metal roofing has considerable advantages in comparison to other roofing systems such as asphalt, tile, or cement. Boasting several environmental advantages, a speedy and easy installation process and a lifespan of 40+ years, metal panels have quickly become the most practic al option for both commercial and

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How to Explain Roofing Supplements with Homeowners

Supplements are an integral part of the insurance restoration process. So, why do we have such a hard time explaining them to our homeowners? It’s simple. We get scared. So, we either don’t tell them, or we brush over it so fast that they don’t really understand the process. But, if you wait until the

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How To Get A Flat Roof Insurance Claim Approved

How to get a Flat Roof Insurance Claim Approved On the surface, flat roofs seem simpler than your average sloped roofs. But, with several different types of flat roofs and three different ways to install them, flat roofs are far from simple. Many adjusters don’t understand the intricacies of flat roofs and will often select

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Types of Roofing Hammers

Even with the innovation of pneumatic roofing nail guns, hammers are still necessary in roofing.  There are many different shapes and sizes of hammers available, each with different specific functions.  For residential roofing, four styles of hammers are mostly used.  What type you use depends on what type of roofing you are doing.  Asphalt shingles,

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