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While you could put forth the notion that older roofs have “more character”, aged roofs aren’t considered a good sign for potential buyers and insurers alike. If homeowner insurers notice that your roof is older than the StoneHenge, they may simply forfeit coverage. What’s more, a plethora of potential issues can arise if your roof’s maintenance is neglected or if your roof isn’t replaced within the recommended timeframe – from skyrocketing energy bills to structural and interior damage.

Just like the forward infantry of any army, your roof is the first line of defense from unwanted heat or moisture compromising your home. One crucial aspect of your roof, that you may not be familiar with, is the roofing underlayment. While you may be generally unaware of its existence, if roof underlayment is insufficiently or improperly installed, a whole host of issues can ensue. That’s why it’s important to know more about why roofing underlayment is a critical component of your roof and the need for its continued maintenance.

Homeowners are increasingly becoming more aware of the environmental impact their purchases have. As a result, solar panels are rapidly becoming a popular solution to both reduce electricity bills and provide clean energy.

Installed at the edges and corners of your roof, drip edges are essentially L-shaped metal sheets that funnel water away from the fascia and into the eavestroughs and gutter. Damaged or absent drip edges allow water to seep underneath the shingles of your roof which may ultimately result in structural damage to your home.

If your roof is leaking right now, take these steps immediately: place buckets under active drips, move furniture and electronics away from the affected area, and if water is pooling on the ceiling, puncture the bulge with a screwdriver to release it into a bucket rather than risking a ceiling collapse. Then call a professional roofer — on Long Island, Rapid Roofing provides 24/7 emergency response and can reach your home within hours. This guide covers the full emergency containment process, how to minimize interior damage while you wait, and what to expect from a professional repair.

A natural light source can be transformative in how a home can look or function. Installing a skylight serves to brighten up interior spaces and add some much-needed feng-shui to your surroundings. However, the utility of skylights go beyond just looks.