Category: Roofing
Winter Rains Make Old Roofs Leak
Bay Area winter rains are tough on old roofs. And, because your roof protects you, your home and your possessions from wind and rain, you need to keep that old roof properly patched. Make sure your roof is in good […] continue reading ›
Solar Battery Storage a Great Homeowner Benefit
Thousands of homes across the United States and in California are adding solar power with solar battery storage every year. It allows people to “go green,” and get off the grid. Plus, with battery storage they can survive power outages […] continue reading ›
10 Key Questions About Commercial Solar Power
The adoption and use of commercial solar power in the United States has boomed in the last ten years. Commercial property owners large and small are adding solar power to their buildings to achieve energy savings. They also seek to […] continue reading ›
Enduring Drought Makes Solar Power Indispensible
Continuing droughts have strained California’s hydropower resources, making the move to commercial and residential solar power all that more imperative. Last year (2020) was the third driest on record and this year has been hotter and drier than many others. That means […] continue reading ›
How to Maintain Skylights on Bay Area Homes
Skylights can be a great thing to have or to add to the roof of your home. They bring more natural light into the home. Skylights also save on energy costs by reducing the need for interior electric lighting. In […] continue reading ›
Get Roof Repairs Done This Summer and Fall
Having a good roof protects the contents, and value, of homes and commercial buildings. The roof provides protection for the structure itself. And a good roof enhances the exterior appeal and value of a home or commercial structure. It also contributes significantly […] continue reading ›
Clean Your Gutters This Summer While Debris is Dry
Cleaning gutters is not a top-of-mind task for Bay Area homeowners. Even so, gutter cleaning is a real necessity to maintain a problem-free undamaged home. If you have significant concerns for the health of your roof or need help with […] continue reading ›
A Good-Looking New Roof Adds Curb Appeal to Bay Area Homes
Bay Area homeowners thinking about installing a new roof should know that a clean, good looking, well-maintained roof adds a lot of value to a home. A good-looking roof improves “curb appeal,” which makes the home easier to sell and […] continue reading ›
Should You Wait for Solar Panel Prices to Drop?
Solar power is no longer a distant dream for California homeowners. As many as 10 million American homes and buildings now have solar power. And that number continues to increase as solar panel costs and solar system costs decrease. Why […] continue reading ›
Should You Install Solar Panels on an Old Roof?
Congratulations if you are one of the many Bay Area homeowners who are adopting solar power. One big element of installing solar power is assessing the condition of the roof that will have to support it! Roofs don’t last forever. […] continue reading ›