Archive For June, 2015
When all hail breaks loose

It’s summer in St. Louis and that means wild weather and hail. Hail damage is one of the leading causes of insurance claims for both homeowners and business owners. Hail caused over $1.7 billion in property damage in 2014 alone. (Insurance Information Institute) Missouri was the fifth-highest state in hail events in 2014. This isn’t […]
How Roof Maintenance Programs help save commercial roofing systems

How often should you maintain your roof? A recent study by GAF shows that only 75% of roofing contractors offer a roof maintenance program. (GAF) If your roof starts leaking, it’s only a matter of time before significant damage is incurred that can threaten your building’s longevity. A detailed and regular roof maintenance program can give […]
Know the value of Roof Maintenance Programs

“You can pay me now, or you can pay me later.” Fram oil filters made this statement years ago and it’s truer than ever when it comes to roof maintenance. Small, seemingly insignificant damage can either be properly fixed now with a small amount of cost or completely replaced later because of poor maintenance or […]
6 leading causes of roof damage (and how to prevent them)

A vast majority of roofing damage is preventable. Many homeowners and business owners assume roof damage is inevitable, especially during severe weather. While hail is notorious for causing more than its fair share of headaches for both owners and adjusters, there are far more instances where preventive maintenance could limit, if not altogether prevent unnecessary […]