"We had a leak in an upstairs room. Jim Swift came promptly, checked out our 20 year roof and found several places where the underlying boards were rotting. He gave us a quote, and since we had a leak, arranged to start the job the following week. Meanwhile, a couple of his crew came out and put a plastic tarp covering the whole backside of the roof to prevent further ceiling damage. The new roof looks nice and the clean-up was good too."
"I am so glad that I hired Joe's Roofing Solutions for my roofing project. Joe was very professional from the beginning to the end. He was also very thorough in his explanation of what needed to be repaired, which assured me that he was very well versed in his craft."
"The new roof looks awesome. This company was amazing from the sales to the install team. Justin was very clear about what was in the roofing package that I got and the production team of devan, lauren, and Walter were very kind and efficient!"
"All of the Rapid Roofing employees that we dealt with from the initial visit with Lee at our house to Gabriel and his team during installation were fabulous. Very professional and considerate to our needs. The process was very quick and had the roof done with in a week of contacting them. We recommend Rapid Roofing ."
"Very professional company, the Roofers arrived 30 minutes ahead of the scheduled time. They completed my roof in a timely manner and did an excellent job cleaning up the debris and nails. Thank You."
"Working with Jim was great. He explained so many things about roofing and our homes needs, but never pressured us to choose them, We are so pleased that we chose CHI for our home and garage roof. They did tear off, repairing boards, and installing our new roof. The team was great, professional, prompt and polite. Everyone cleaned up and really checked for debris and nails afterwards. We recommended them to our daughter and her husband and they were also very pleased with the work. Now our neighbors are asking for information so we will be advising everyone to get a quote. A roof is a 30 year decision and we are sure we made the right choice with CHI. Thank you Jim"
Thatched roofs are expensive for two main reasons: high labor costs and low supply of available roofers. The labor is more intensive for a thatched roof than other roof materials, so your contractor will work longer and charge more for the installation. There are also few professionals with the specialized skills and experience to install thatched roofs. Since the supply of available professionals is low, the cost of compensation is high.
You can use silicone caulk around the upper lip of your roof vent boot to seal it temporarily, or you can slide a repair sleeve over the roof vent and old vent boot to stop air and water leaks temporarily. However, these aren’t permanent solutions, so you should always hire a professional to come out and replace the roof vent boot for a long-lasting fix and peace of mind.
You can think of a flat roof as a green roof, as it does offer some environmentally-friendly advantages. When considering an eco-friendly flat roof, some of the green roof pros and cons include that you could place a garden with plants on the flat roof. Manufacturers may use recycled materials in the construction of the flat roof for an eco-friendly design.
No, you should not close or cover your gable vents in the winter. While it might seem logical to block cold air, heating your home creates hot air that rises and can cause condensation in the attic. If the vents are covered, this moisture becomes trapped, creating an ideal environment for mold and mildew. Keeping the gable vents open ensures proper ventilation, which helps dry out the attic, maintain even temperatures, and prevent moisture-related damage.
The best kind of tarp for a roof is one that will stand up to the elements, weather, and sun. Viny roof tarps are known for their durability and resistance to water, tears, and mold—making these tarps a good choice for use in winter conditions and the summer sun. Polyethylene tarps are also quite durable and waterproof.
The Belleville, MI homeowners’ guide to roofing services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Knowing your home's roof underlayment replacement cost can help estimate the cost of roof replacement. Learn about the factors that affect prices in Detroit, MI.
Roof leaks are an emergency, so knowing who can tarp your roof quickly and correctly can save you from major water damage if you ever experience a leak.
