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Do I Need a New Roof?
Deciding whether you need a new roof can be intimidating, but there are many simple ways you can check on your roof in order to determine the answer. Roofing is a part of your home that is completely essential, so knowing what to look for in terms of damage or aging...
Residential Roof Styles
You know the roof you drew on a house as a little kid? It’s that same, one point, pitched roof we’ve all drawn since we could hold a pencil. Did you know that is actually a specific style of a residential roof? That type of roof is called a gable roof. In case you...
Metal Roof vs. Shingles
You’ve been thinking about replacing your roof, so now it’s time to make some decisions. What is the best material for your home? What will look the best? Do they all cost the same? There are many variables to consider when you’re deciding what material to use for a...
How to Decide if I Need Roof Repair?
All homeowners are aware that at some point they will need to do some roof repair to their home. The question is when does that repair need to happen? Annual roof maintenance will help you spot areas of the roof that need some love and care. If you have already...
Types of Roofs
Whether you’re a first-time homeowner or you’ve owned your own home for decades, there are always things that you don’t know that maybe you should. Residential roofing, as well as commercial roofing for those who own their own business, falls into that category. Take...
Parts of a Residential Roof 101
The roof of your home is more complex than you may realize. Yes, it does protect your home from the weather and its elements, but your roof consists of many sections that together make up the roof. There are multiple layers, each with a specific purpose, that combine...
Roofing Words and Definitions
Are you ready to do some roof repairs? Be prepared to hear some unfamiliar terms while working with roofing professionals. Roofing is a complex job and only made more complicated with the vast amount of terminology used. Model City Roofing wants to make sure you feel...
Annual Roof Maintenance
Every year certain tasks need to be completed around the home. Car registrations and insurance need to be renewed each year. One must remember to schedule their yearly physical and dental appointments. Yet, somehow, home maintenance seems to be pushed off to the side...
Spring Cleaning for your Roof 101
As we have mentioned many times in previous blog posts, continuous roof maintenance is extremely important in keeping your shelter in tip-top shape for decades to come. Whether it is done by you, or by hiring an outside company, cleaning your roof and keeping it...
New Gutters 101
The functionality of gutters for your home is extremely important for your roof. Gutters protect your home from water damage and erosion by directing water flow away from the roof and exterior walls helping to avoid needing roofing repair. Gutters are built to last...