Roofing 101 – What Is Flashing and Why Is It Important? Even if you’re not exactly sure what roof flashing is, the chances are that you see it quite a bit – possibly every day! Your roof is an incredibly significant part of your home and serves as the first line of defense from storms […]
How Long Should Your Roof Last? When attempting to determine the life expectancy of your roof, perhaps the most important factor to consider is the material. Other factors such as climate and roof design also play a role in wearing down your roof, but the type of roof is by far the clearest indicator of […]
All You Need to Know About Asphalt Shingles In the roofing world, asphalt shingles are considering the workhouse of roofing materials. They have seen a lot of advancements in recent years and are not nearly identified as easily as they once were. They are a great option for a budget-minded homeowner that needs a new […]
3 Roofing Maintenance Tips for the Summer Summer is finally here and will surely bring the typically harsh weather conditions associated with the season along with it. The scorching heat, high humidity levels, and unrelenting thunderstorms will wreak havoc on your roof all summer long. While you can’t prevent or change the weather, there are […]
Why You Should Choose a Certified Licensed, Bonded, and Insured Roofer Your home is a major investment. It is likely the most expensive thing you own or are working to own. Just think of all the elements that went into making your home. One crucial element of your home is the roof, and because of […]
How Ponding Water Causes Roof Damage Most commercial buildings have flat roofs that use a system for draining water. They are usually built with a slight pitch, typically a minimum slope of ¼ of an inch every foot. Water drains from the roof into a scupper system or an internal drainage system. If this system […]
Roofing Damage: To Repair or To Replace? As we get closer and closer to spring time, it’s time to start thinking about outdoor projects. Your roof is one of the most important features of your home and spring is a great time to check if your roof needs any maintenance work. Most homeowners quickly assume […]
Roof Damage After a Storm: What to Look For Spring in Middle Tennessee is on its way and we all know what that means: storms, storms and more storms. When storms make their way through Murfreesboro, our roofs are at risk for extensive damage. Once a storm has ended, it’s imperative to safely check your […]
4 Winter Roofing Tips to Avoid Damage The wintertime is known for roofing harm and damage, due to powerful storms and homeowner negligence. When powerful ice storms hit and the homeowner has failed to prepare his or her roof, various parts of the roof and home can be severely harmed. Use these tips to prepare […]
Get Ready for Your Roof Inspection With These Tips Is your roof due for an inspection? After contacting Dowell Roofing and scheduling a mutual time for a roofing inspection, it’s time for you to start preparing your home and roof. Should you fail to complete this task, your inspection may be compromised and it may […]
A Recent Standing Seam Metal Roofing Project by Dowell Roofing This week’s beautiful and painstakingly slow standing seam metal job: This house is cut-up! Nothing but hips and valleys with lots of ridgeline. I spent a full day just installing the roofing over the front porch: To top it all off, the back porch roof […]