Are Energy Star roofs worth it?

• <div><p>Yes, <a href="https://www.energystar.gov/products/roof_products">Energy Star roofs</a> are one of the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/best-roof-types-guide.htm">best types of roofs</a> for cost efficiency. They can reduce your peak cooling demand by anywhere from 10% to 15%.</p></div>

What is the difference between roof sealant and roof coating?

• <div><p>The terms “roof sealant” and “roof coating” are used interchangeably to describe the rubber, silicone, polyurethane, or acrylic product applied to the roof’s surface for waterproofing and UV protection. Products like roof caulk can also be called “roof sealant,” but the term is more commonly used for the protective coating.</p></div>

Should there be a gap between the roof and the wall?

• <div><p>There should be small gaps between your roof and the walls of your home, and other buildings. These small gaps let building materials shift, expand, and contract with weather and other outside forces, and they prevent moisture from wicking down walls from roofing and gutter systems. Without these strategic gaps, your home’s exterior and its finishes can sustain water damage, decay, peel, delaminate, and crack. However, there is a fine line between a smart gap and a problematic gap—all gaps should be small, intentional, and covered or filled in with foam insulation to prevent pests from using them as access points.</p></div>

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Q: What are signs of a roof leak?

• <div><p>The most obvious and severe sign of a roof leak is the presence of wet spots on your ceilings, specifically on the top floor of your home. You can also identify a roof leak from your attic if you see sagging insulation or if you notice mold growth or water stains on the rafters or the underside of the roof deck. From the street, look for cracked or missing shingles, moss growth, and shingles that are curling upward, all of which can suggest a leak.</p></div>

Q: What is the difference between roof sealant and roof coating?

• <div><p>The terms &ldquo;roof sealant&rdquo; and &ldquo;roof coating&rdquo; are used interchangeably to describe the rubber, silicone, polyurethane, or acrylic product applied to the roof&rsquo;s surface for waterproofing and UV protection. Products like roof caulk can also be called &ldquo;roof sealant,&rdquo; but the term is more commonly used for the protective coating.</p></div>

Q: Can you add a roof over existing shake or shingles?

• <div><p>While you technically can add a roof over shakes or shingles, it&rsquo;s not a good idea. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/4-questions-ask-installing-roof-overlay.htm">Roofing over existing roofing</a> creates a moisture barrier underneath the new roof and since the trapped material is wood, you can expect a moisture problem. While you could get away with installing a new roof over asphalt or steel, wooden roofs should be removed, new underlayment installed, and the new roof installed over that. Also, the extra weight would add strain to your roof structure.</p></div>

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Last update on December 03, 2025

Reviewed in April 2020
We called Chris in a panic the morning after a heavy rainstorm when rain seeped through our bedroom ceiling at the chimney point. Chris was prompt, a great communicator, and even sent us a narrated video as he was pulling apart the chimney flashing and and roof to help us understand the issue...
C & J Construction
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Reviewed in August 2016
it went as planned, he did a great job with the chimney liner and he went above and beyond for the wood stove installation. attention to detail was a cut above.
Chimney Doctor
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Reviewed in June 2016
The top 4 feet of the chimney on my new house had fallen apart due to water damage. I received quotes from 4 masons/chimney companies, and *only* Casey's required a $150 safety inspection upfront. Since I didn't know the facts on the chimney, I went with it, and I am SO glad I did: Mr. Casey...
Casey's Chimney & Wood Stove Service
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Reviewed in April 2016
They were very professional and helpful, which was greatly appreciated as we had not used the wood stove insert since purchasing the house two years before. They pointed out safety issues with how the chimney had been set up, proposed a solution, and delivered the fill chimney reclining and...
A Traditional Sweep
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Reviewed in May 2014
They visually inspected room for missing shingles, etc. Also checked for proper venting of attic space, checked and sealed any nail heads, checked for any signs of cracks or leaking points, sealed any cracks around vent pipes, inspected chimney, sealed chimney flashing if needed, checked for ice...
Moonworks Home Improvement
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Reviewed in July 2013
Called Ron after getting a fairly high estimate from another chimney sweep who told me I needed to replace my old metal liner with a new one, and needed brick pointing as well. Ron answered all my questions, arrived promptly, and inspected my flue. There is no metal liner in my chimney after...
Ron's Chimney Sweep
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Reviewed in November 2012
The wall was built within two days. 3/4 stone was laid as a footing, leveled and the blocks were layed interlocking up to 2 FT. A cap was glued on the top completing the wall. We then had a 6 ft fence put up behind the new retaing wall for privicy.
MORGADO LANDSCAPE & NURSERY CO
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Reviewed in July 2012
We had a leak around an exhaust vent on our roof. Water was coming in through the cabinets over the cooktop stove in our kitchen. Though Brian specializes in chimney cleaning and repair, he did flashing around our chimney several years ago and stopped a leak we had with the chimney in our family...
East Bay Chimney Works
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Reviewed in March 2012
James arrived for the appointment on time and quickly got to work. Upon inspection of our chimney, James found that he had correctly diagnosed the draft problem over the phone. Armed with the correct equipment, James was able to replace the faulty chimney flue immediately. James is ...
JAMES PERREAULT CHIMNEY SPECIALIST
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Reviewed in December 2011
George came by a little earlier than he had scheduled, which was great since I was around anyway, and got straight to work. Within 20 minutes he and his team had my chimney and furnace completely cleaned out. As I am a new homeowner, he explained to me that he would recommend depending on the...
Axon Chimney Services
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A-Tec Chimney Sweep

A-Tec Chimney Sweep

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

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We are an Advanced Chimney Repair Company with services ranging from simple cleanings to complex chimney rebuilds. We have six employees and four service trucks and we do not subcontractor work out at this time. Our Construction Supervisor Specialty License #102689. Additional phone numbers: (508) 275-7628, (508) 275-7637, (508) 969-4827, (781) 989-2401. Our MA HIC registration #166376 CSIA certification number #8065 Decorative heating appliance license #8071. RI Contractor Reg #33817 We offer free estimates in the spring and summer months. Angie’s List customers get $20 off any cleaning, $30 off any chimney cap & $100 off any chimney repairs over $1,000. Please be sure and remind your chimney service technician to let them know you are an Angie’s List customer to receive the special discounts.

"Awesome job! I had hired a different company (Shamrock) because they were cheap, but the wanted to upsell a bunch of stuff not even needed. A-Tec didn’t do that at all! They were respectful, professional, and did exactly as was asked! Will definitely use them again! Just goes to show you get what you pay for! I’m glad I found them!"

Jennifer B on November 2024

"Awesome job! I had hired a different company (Shamrock) because they were cheap, but the wanted to upsell a bunch of stuff not even needed. A-Tec didn’t do that at all! They were respectful, professional, and did exactly as was asked! Will definitely use them again! Just goes to show you get what you pay for! I’m glad I found them!"

Jennifer B on November 2024

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