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Repairing vintage roofs

I knew when we moved into a heritage listed house that we would face more challenges than average challenges around home maintenance, but I never realised just how much time I would spend looking for help getting our roof fixed. Old roofs are a little fussy, and when you also need to match the original materials and appearance, you start to face some real challenges fixing small leaks and rust spots. It's been a steep learning curve, but I finally feel I'm starting to get on top of how to maintain and repair vintage roofs. This blog is for other owners of heritage homes who need to know how to make vintage appropriate repairs to their roof.

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Trees and Roofs: Five Tips You Need to Know

Posted on 19 August 2016

The trees on your property affect its value, the beauty of your property and the functionality of your land. However, trees also affect your roof in particular. If you want your trees to have the most positive effect on your home as possible, here are some tips to keep in mind. 1. Maximise shade. The shade that trees provide help to boost the energy efficiency of your home. When trimming your trees, make sure that you don't trim them so dramatically that there is no shade on your home. [Read More]

Is There a Difference Between Roof Paint and a Roof Coating?

Posted on 17 August 2016

Some homeowners who wish to renovate the roof over their homes may be unsure whether they should buy reflective paint or a reflective coating. Their indecision may be due to their limited knowledge about how those two substances differ. This article discusses the attributes of reflective paint and reflective coatings for a roof. Use this information to select the best option for your roof. Reflective Paint Reflective paint refers to a substance that is applied onto a roof for several reasons, such as to make the roof visually appealing. [Read More]

Metal Roofs: Paint Fading Concerns and How to Address Them

Posted on 16 August 2016

Metal is a more durable and resilient roofing material compared to wood, asphalt, and tile. Metal roofs have numerous benefits such as fire resistance properties, energy efficiency, curb appeal, and performance expectations of up to decades when properly maintained. One of the concerns that most people have before installing metal roofs is paint fading. There are various factors that can cause your metal roof to fade and lose its curb appeal. [Read More]

Important Tips for Choosing the Right Roofing Material for Your Home

Posted on 15 August 2016

Getting a new roof may be expensive, but your home's roof is an investment in your home; it works to insulate the interior so you're comfortable and spend less on utilities and also protects the building materials under and around the roof. When you make the investment of a new roof, you might take some time to think about the materials from which you might choose. Note a few tips for choosing the best roofing material for your home. [Read More]