TruBlue Roofing Blog
by Ben Wright | Jan 11, 2022 | roof maintenance, Roof Repair
The average time to replace your roof There are many reasons why a home needs a new roof—safety, repairs to the current structure, or even changing the color and style of your home. Everyone has different reasons for why they are getting a new roof and that will/can...
by Ben Wright | Dec 21, 2021 | Roof Inspection, roof maintenance, Roof Repair, Weather
12 Ways to Keep Your Roof in Top Shape We are all familiar with the Twelve Days of Christmas. Well, we’ve chalked up the Twelve Tips for Longer Roof Life. At TruBlue Roofing, we know that you can do many things to ensure that your shingles last as long as...
by Ben Wright | Dec 7, 2021 | Roof Repair
Cover Your Bases When Dealing With a Leaky Roof If you have a leaky roof, don’t try to fix it yourself – call a professional. You might not know how to identify the source of the leak, and there’s too much at risk for you to take the wrong action....
by Ben Wright | Nov 23, 2021 | Roof Repair
Protecting Your Roof Your roof is one of the most important parts of your house — it protects you and your family from the elements and helps to keep your home cool/heated. When a leak starts in your roof, it can be costly to fix. Worse yet, if water gets into your...
by Ben Wright | Nov 9, 2021 | Roof Repair
Pros and Cons of Both Roofing Types Homeowners are always looking for ways to save money. While there are many different options, one of the most popular is metal roofing vs. shingles. This post will discuss the differences between these two types of roofs and...
by Ben Wright | Jul 7, 2020 | Roof Repair
3 Roof Repair Mistakes How to avoid these disastrous DIY missteps Many well intentioned DIY jobs end in satisfying and cost-saving results, but then there are the others. Don’t be the DIYer who ends up paying for costly repairs later down the road due to shoddy DIY...
by Ben Wright | Jun 30, 2020 | Roof Repair
Building Permits for Roofing Projects DIY Disasters: Not pulling the permit People are always looking for the easy way out or trying to save a buck by cutting corners. However, it doesn’t work well in the home improvement arena. Your home is most likely the biggest...
by Ben Wright | Jun 16, 2020 | Roof Repair
Nailed It! Tips for Nailing Shingles to Your Roof DIY Disasters: Improper Roof Nailing You’re ready to start your DIY roofing job, so you tear off the old roof and put down the underlayment. Now, you’re ready to nail the shingles to the decking. Make sure you pause...
by Ben Wright | Jun 9, 2020 | Roof Repair
How to Choose the Best Shingles for Your Roof The most important step in the roofing process After you’ve found a roofing contractor to replace your roof, it’s time to select the shingles for your home. You’ll want a quality weather resistant shingle that offers...
by Ben Wright | Jun 2, 2020 | Roof Repair, Weather
Thunderstorm Season Has Arrived: Avoiding Storm Chasers After the Storm Beware of the Storm Chasers Spring and summer are prime times for thunderstorms and even tornadoes. A thunderstorm with enough wind can do major damage to your roof, and that means you’ll be...
by Ben Wright | Apr 14, 2020 | Roof Repair
The Costs and Permits Required for DIY Roofing How much does it cost to reshingle your own roof? Before you buy roofing materials and shingles, you’ll want to make sure you can afford to reroof your own roof. According to some roofing experts, a 2,200 to 3,400 square...
by Ben Wright | Apr 14, 2020 | Roof Repair, Weather
What to do when a tree falls on your roof North Carolina has its fair share of blustering winds, severe thunderstorms, micro bursts, hurricanes, and tornadoes. Not a year goes by without at least one of these events occurring somewhere in the Raleigh-Durham Metro area...
by Ben Wright | Feb 4, 2020 | roof maintenance, Roof Repair
Repairing Your Roof versus Replacing Your Roof How to make an educated decision about your roof You’ve discovered some issues with your roof, so now it’s time to decide if the roof needs repair or replacement. This article provides tips and factors to consider when...
by Ben Wright | Jan 14, 2020 | Roof Inspection, Roof Repair
5 Top Roofing Insurance Claim Mistakes Insurance claim mistakes you want to avoid North Carolina is known for catching a hurricane or ice storm every so often. Unfortunately, many in central and coastal NC have experienced roofing damage as a result of these storms....
by Ben Wright | Dec 17, 2019 | Roof Inspection, roof maintenance, Roof Repair
Common Roofing Terms You Need To Know Understanding the language of roofing A roofing company gives you an estimate after determining how much damage your roof has and how much money you’ll have to pay for roof repairs or a new roof. You’ll want to do your...
by Ben Wright | Dec 3, 2019 | Roof Inspection, roof maintenance, Roof Repair
What You Can Expect from a Roofing Estimate Making sure you are informed about the roofing experience Now that you’ve found a couple of roofing contractors to interview, it’s time for the roofing estimate. Some people get multiple estimates and compare quotes...
by Ben Wright | Oct 15, 2019 | Roof Inspection, roof maintenance, Roof Repair
3 Questions to Ask Before You Get a Roofing Estimate Make sure you are informed before you get a new roof Taking the time to research a roofing company before you get a roofing estimate can save you time, money, and frustration. Most roofing contractors are...
by Ben Wright | Oct 8, 2019 | Roof Inspection, roof maintenance, Roof Repair, Uncategorized
After Getting a Roofing Estimate Roof Pricing and Contracts After receiving bids from roofing contractors, you’ll need to study the estimates, compare prices, and hire the best roofer. Before signing on the dotted line, keep an eye out for things that should be...
by Ben Wright | Aug 22, 2019 | Roof Inspection, roof maintenance, Roof Repair
Fall Roofing Inspection Checklist Keeping up with roof maintenance in the fall Summer is over and now it’s time for your fall roof inspection. In North Carolina, it is important to make sure your home’s roof was 1) able to endure the extreme temperatures found...
by Ben Wright | Aug 8, 2019 | Roof Inspection, roof maintenance, Roof Repair
Winter Roofing Inspection 3 things to focus on when doing a visual inspection Winter in North Carolina is less about large amounts of snow accumulation and more about preparing your home (and roof) for the potential ice storm and freak Nor’easter that heads our...
by Ben Wright | Jul 16, 2019 | Roof Inspection, roof maintenance, Roof Repair
Winter Roofing Inspection Checklist Keeping up with roof maintenance all year long With the colder temperatures and the holiday season approaching, your roof may be the last thing on your mind. After all, winter in the Southeast United States is not usually a...
