Here's a great resource for homeowners put out by the National Roofing Contractors Association. There's a lot of great advice for homeowners so we wanted to be sure to highlight it below:
Roof system components
All steep-slope roof systems (i.e., roofs with slopes of 25 percent or more) have five basic components:
Roof covering: shingles, tile, slate or metal and underlayment that protect the sheathing from weather.
Sheathing: boards or sheet material that are fastened to roof rafters to cover a house or building.
Roof structure: rafters and trusses constructed to support the sheathing.
Flashing: sheet metal or other material installed into a roof system's various joints and valleys to prevent water seepage.
Drainage: a roof system's design features, such as shape, slope and layout that affect its ability to shed water.
Choosing a roof system
There are a number of things to consider when selecting a new roof system. Of course, cost and durability head the list, but aesthetics and architectural style are important, too. The right roof system for your home or building is one that balances these five considerations. The following roofing products commonly are used for steep-slope structures. Read More...
Today's wind advisory for Seattle area is still in effect through 9pm tonight. With gusts of 45 to 55 mph, homeowners should be on the lookout for blown off shingles tomorrow. Be sure to check your roof tomorrow. Look in your yard for shingle fragments. These are all signs that you need to have your roof inspected and possibly repair or replaced.
Since we are entering the raining season now, don't procrastinate. Contact a reputable, professional roofing company so they can evaluate your roofs condition before it starts leaking.
If you live in the Seattle area or anywhere in King County, by all means, give Raynproof Roofing the opportunity to serve you in this way.