Repair or replace your roofing and siding.

There comes a time when you have to take a step back and seriously consider your homes roofing and siding needs. Should your roofing or siding be replaced or repaired? Siding and roofing take a lot of abuse over time. 

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Summer sun can sap the color and protective layers right out of any siding or roofing product. Winter can be even worse with snow and ice can really be the elements that push your roofing and siding over the edge. 

A good roofing product will last 15-25 years depending on the product you choose or the previous homeowner choose. There are endless choices for roofing products on the market today. Some products claim to have a life expectancy but who’s life is that? And if this home is new to you how do you determine the age?

There is very little differences with the age and wear on siding products. It is really up to the buyer of a home to make sure the seller provides accurate records of any replacement or repairs that have been made over the years.

Shingles have a tendency to show wear by curling on the edges and loosing granules that will accumulate in gutters or on the ground after rains or windstorms.

Siding can show wear in many different ways. Two of the most common are cracking from age related issues to separation from the corners and window joints from shrinking and swelling over time.

In any case wear and tear is bound to take place over time no matter how long your roofing and siding products are in use on your home. The effects of the environment in which your home is located will really determine n the end how long of a life your roofing and siding may have.

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 There can be many reasons you need a new roof. If you are noticing water spots on your ceiling if you have buckets throughout your home to catch the leaking water, if your pets bowls are never empty it’s probably time to consider a new roof.

New siding can be needed based on similar issues. If your homes siding is separating from joints around windows, doors and corners it may be time to consider a new siding product. If your home has lost it’s curb appeal it may be time to consider replacing your homes siding.

In some cases changing your roof or siding is a necessity, in some cases it’s just time for a change or a new look.  It’s really up to you and what you perceive as a necessary change in your home’s exterior protection structures.

If you are considering hiring professional roofing siding and gutters Replacement Company consider

J & B Roofing. With over 25 years of experience and an A+ rating from the BBB J & B Roofing is a trusted partner that can address the options available for your homes next roofing siding gutters and fascia project.

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651-457-0391

www.jandbroofingmn.com

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Choosing a Roofing Shingle Color

Are you currently considering a change to your homes roofing? Maybe you are replacing damaged shingles from a storm or just updated a worn and leaky roof. Now is the time to consider color.

Shingles can come in many different colors some may have advantages for hot and sunny climates some may just offer a nice contrast to your homes siding and add to your “curb appeal”. In any case this is the time to take careful consideration and choose a shingle that will be on your home more than likely for the next 20-30 years. 

Picking a shingle color seems easy enough. Unfortunately there isn’t a perfect formula when it comes to choosing a shingle color it really comes down to individual tastes. It is recommended by roofing professionals, take a drive around your neighborhood and see what types of roofing and siding combinations are being utilized. Light and Dark? Dark and Dark etc. This may help make a decision more clear.

      

   


 1.  It is going to be difficult to make a decision based on a tiny swatch or sample so try and ask for a full sized sample. 

         2.    Get several samples different colors and textures if possible.

      

      3. If you are making changes to your homes siding get samples of those as well. Don’t go overboard too much contrast can be distracting and unsightly from the curb.

"When it comes to light vs dark roofing for heat retention One federally funded study concluded that the plywood sheathing under black shingles was 10 degrees warmer than an identical white shingled roof on a sunny day. However, the study found less difference between other shades of roofs (grays and browns)".

A roofing professional in your area can help you make a decision based on the many factors that may come into play in your area. If you live in cold weather climate a certain type of asphalt shingle may be the best choice. Hot dry climates maybe a metal or clay tile will do the job nicely. 

It is important to consider the input of your chosen roofing contractor as their experience is an important piece of the contractor client relationship. 

Completing a complete change of roofing and siding materials may seem like a daunting task but once you and your contractor have made that decision it may be a good idea to be there on the day your project is scheduled to start to verify the material delivered are the ones you chose. Nothing would be worse than to come home after a day of work to find the job partially completed with miss matched shingles or siding. 

You may decide to make changes to your home at any time and for many reasons. When you do make that decision, hiring qualified experienced roofing, siding, gutter contractors will be the next goal. If you see a roofing crew working in your neighborhood ask the homeowner how they did and check out their reviews on a website like BBB Porch or Angies List. It can save you a lot of time and headaches.

J and B Roofing Siding Gutters and Insulation has been providing homeowners in the St Paul, Minneapolis and surrounding Suburbs quality roofing options for over 25 years. Family owned licensed and insured contact J and B Roofing today.

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St Paul Minneapolis Roofing Contractors
651-457-0539
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Determine if you have hail damage or if you just have an old worn roof.

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If you are considering replacing your roof you know it is a pretty big undertaking, but when it’s necessary you can’t afford to wait. To avoid the headaches of a leaky roof and the possibility of causing water damage inside your home, watch out for these signs so you know when it’s time to call in the pros. 

Old Worn Shingles

 Determining whether or not you have storm damage or if you are just looking at a worn and tattered roof can take an experienced eye. There are however a few things you can look at yourself to determine who you may want to call first your friendly roofing contractor or your insurance company. 

Some basic things to look for,

1.      You notice curling shingles

Whether your shingles are curling at the edges (known as cupping) or the middle is beginning to raise (known as clawing), you’ll probably have to have a new roof installed within a few years.

2.      You’re missing shingles

If you have quite a few missing shingles and your roof will start looking like a patchwork quilt, it might be time to think about redoing your whole roof.

3.      Shingles are cracked or significant amounts of granules are missing

If your roof is older than 10 years and you start to notice  a lot of asphalt granules in your gutters, it means they’re deteriorating quickly.

Hail damage is uniquely different and is easily detected by an experienced eye.                           Hail damage accounts for a lot of the damage to roofs for hail storms in the upper Midwest. Roofing systems must be physically inspected by someone who has training and experience to determine if there is actual hail damage. Hail damage will typically dent the soft metals on your roof (i.e. vents, exhaust caps) before it damages your shingles.  So check the vinyl trim around your windows and the flashing on the roof.

Hail Damage Visual Inspection

The slope or pitch of your roof and the direction of the storm may result in hail damage to one side of your roof and not the other. Perpendicular impacts will cause the most damage.

There are many variables in looking for hail damage. The type or roof you have is going to be key as well. Some roofing types damage more easily than others. Asphalt shingles are pretty resilient, wood shakes depending on the materials they are made from can offer some good protection. Metal roofs offer good protection as well. It really depends on the severity of the storm. Larger hail that falls for prolonged times have the potential for more damage than a short burst storm, but don’t let that fool you even minor hail storms can cause damage.

If you suspect you have damage from hail or even if yourroof is looking old, stained, or just like it’s about to go contact J and  B Roofing a reliable roofing contractor that has the experience to get your roofing or siding project completed on time and on budget.

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St Paul and Surround Suburbs

651-457-0391

www.jandbroofingmn.com

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