Don’t Give A Roofer Money Up Front!
What’s the absolute biggest mistake homeowners make when working with roofing contractors? Don’t give a roofer money up front! This mistake has cost so many homeowners so much money that Colorado passed a law in 2012 governing this aspect of how a roofer may interact with a homeowner.
A Roofer’s Perspective: What’s the Best Insurance Company?
One question that we get a lot at Homestead Roofing is: What’s the best insurance company? Since we deal with insurers on a daily basis, people want to know our opinion.
Understanding The Insurance Claim Process For a New Roof
Your home is your most valuable asset. For this reason, you want to be sure that you do everything you can to protect it. As the old adage goes: knowledge is power. This holds true especially when it comes to dealing with insurance companies. Understanding the insurance claim process for a new roof is so […]
7 Roof Maintenance Tips that You Should Know
Whether you’re a first-time homeowner, a long-time homeowner, or are simply curious about how to keep your roof in peak condition, knowing the in’s and out’s of roof maintenance is important. The fact is, even if you’ve purchased a warranty with your roof, there are certain things that you need to do as a homeowner […]
What is the Best Time of Year to Roof a House?
Many people will stress over choosing the best time of year to perform roof repairs on their home, either waiting for ‘busy season’ or the opposite. But, should you really put off important roof work just because the month seems wrong? The short answer is: no. The best time of the year to roof a […]
What is Ice and Water Shield For Your Roof?
If you live in Colorado, you may have heard of ice and water shield in the past. It’s one of those parts of owning a home that not everyone talks about—but you may be required to have ice and water shield installed on your home! And even if you aren’t, it could play a key […]
What Happened to T Lock Shingles?
If your home is from the 1980s or 90s (or if you knew a thing or two about houses back then), you might be familiar with T-lock shingles. They were all the rage back then—especially throughout Colorado Springs and the rest of the Front Range area or any area that experienced high winds or tough […]
Is Roof Replacement Expensive in Colorado Springs?
In Colorado, it’s not a matter of if you need to replace your roof; it’s when you should do so. Because of the weather in the Colorado Springs area, you are looking at a roof replacement around every 7 years. But, is a new roof replacement expensive in Colorado Springs? The answer depends on several […]
Why Was My Insurance Claim Denied For My Roof Replacement?
Roof damage is not only a frustrating ordeal for the homeowner, but it can be immensely stressful as well. Yet, what can make this situation that much worse is if an insurance adjuster ends up denying your roofing claim. And the first thing these homeowners want to know is- What do I do now?
How to Spot Hail Damage on Your Roof
Hail is nothing new in Colorado, however, what happens when these hail storms strike your area or, worse yet, your house? Yes, hail damage can quickly add up, and many homeowners want to call and get someone out fast to assess the damage. But where problems arise is when you trust the wrong people to […]