Posts Tagged attic ventilation
October 12, 2011
CLC Roofing
A CLC Roofing Client's New Wood Shake Roof
An attractive and unique roof can add value to your home’s drive up appeal. That is one of key reasons that consumers consider wood shake shingles for their roof. However, it is important that you understand the pros and cons of using wood shake when planning your roof purchase.
The pros of Wood Shake Shingles are listed below:
- Unique and Attractive: Because wood varies in color and thickness, there are a variety of ways that your roof can stand out with wood shakes. Depending on the pattern used on the roof and thickness of shingles, a wood shake roof can be one of the most unique features of your home.
- Energy Efficient: Wood shingles allow a house to breathe by allowing air circulation beneath the shingles while still providing proper insulation. A properly installed wood shake roof should allow air flow in and out of the house letting fresh air in and toxins out while keeping your energy bills low.
- Eco-Friendly: Wood shakes are biodegradable and when the time comes to replace shingles or the roof, you can rest assured that you aren’t filling landfills with roofing materials that will sit there for years. In addition, there are recyclable shingles on the market giving you additional options in making a “green choice.”
- Long Lasting: With proper maintenance, your wood shake roof should last many years. Frequent roof checks are an important part of this maintenance and a service that CLC Roofing is happy to provide.
- Fire Retardant: Certain wood shake shingles are pressure treated to meet the National Fire Safety Standards. By using these shingles, your roof and home could be spared extensive damage in the tragic case of a house fire.
A Properly Installed Wood Shake Project by CLC Roofing
There are some cons to using Wood Shake Shingles that all customers should consider. Below are the two main drawbacks:
- Installation Cost: Proper installation of wood shakes takes skill and time. It is important to use a skilled roofer that will do an appropriate job and not a fly by night roofer looking to make a quick sale. CLC Roofing’s long standing reputation and list of happy consumers testifies to their ability to help you with your wood shake roofing project.
- Maintenance: As with anything worth having, a small amount of maintenance can go a long way. Wood shake shingles can be prone to wood rot, mold and insects. Regular roof checks can often catch these problems before they become larger ones. Remember that your roof is a large investment for you home, it shouldn’t be ignored.
CLC Roofing knows that a happy customer is an informed customer. If you have any questions about wood shake shingles or desire a free roof evaluation, call CLC today at 1-800-810-2510.
August 15, 2011
CLC Roofing
An important aspect of any home roofing system is the amount and type of insulation in your attic. Even the best shingles can still absorb and retain heat that will seep into your home if you don’t have proper insulation. Insulation comes in many varieties from a fiberglass mat to loose fill that can be blown in the attic. Often homeowners recognize it by the “pink” stuff that gets all over their items stored in the attic.
Many homeowners mistakenly believe that the amount of insulation is the only factor in reducing their energy bills, but even if you have an attic full of insulation, if it isn’t efficient, the attic temperatures will still soar as will your energy bills. It is very important that your roofing system is evaluated as a whole by a roofing professional to determine the right insulation for your roofing needs.
CLC Roofing partners with Owens Corning when it comes to insulation and energy efficient roofing materials. Their long time partnership allows CLC to not only offer the best quality in insulation products but an extended warranty on many of the materials that Owens Corning offers.
Most importantly, CLC Roofing understand the needs for an energy efficient home and how it helps the homeowner enjoy his home more throughly. Contact CLC Roofing today for more information on making your home energy efficient and a free roof and attic check. CLC Roofing 1-800-810-2521
August 3, 2011
CLC Roofing
Texas is experiencing a record breaking summer with heat. Many areas in the Metroplex are experiencing rolling blackouts and/or transformer overload. Electric crews are working round the clock trying to keep area residents cool and safe.
CLC Roofing urges area residents to consider the age and quality of their roof during this heat wave. A well maintained roof is a homeowners best defense against high energy bills and miserable indoor temperatures. Poorly maintained roofs cause cool air to escape and hot air to come in remaining trapped and heating up the rooms below.
A well maintained roof has many different parts and all parts work together to increase the energy efficiency of your home keeping it comfortable and cool without a strain on your AC. Furthermore, if you experience rolling blackouts, a well insulated attic and solid roof can keep the temperature cooler in your home than a home with poor roof maintainance.
CLC Roofing can help determine your roof’s energy efficiency today from suggestions for improving ventilation, updating your insulation, installing a radiant heat barrier or replacing your entire roofing system.
Don’t be caught in the heat when rolling blackouts occur in your area! Contact CLC Roofing today for a free roof check. CLC Roofing 1-800-810-2521
July 27, 2011
CLC Roofing
As we head into the dog days of summer in Texas, it can seem like your AC never shuts off. However, there are ways to beat the heat and lower those energy bills. CLC Roofing is here to help! Below are a few tips to help you keep your AC bill under control.
- Keep blinds and or curtains shut in the hotter areas of the house. Invest in some heat blocking curtains.
- Ensure that all your doors and windows are shut tight. It isn’t uncommon for a window to be cracked from one of those pleasant spring days that seem so far away.
- If your home is zoned, keep the areas that you aren’t using at a higher temperature. However, keep in mind that heat rises, so the upstairs area thermostats should be kept as high as possible to keep from additional strain.
- Get your roof and insulation checked. Leaks in your roof and inadequate insulation can be a big drain on your bill. Contact CLC Roofing for your free roof inspection.
CLC Roofing is your full service roofing company offering quality products, free roof inspections and advice on how to make your home more energy efficient. Contact us at 1-800-810-2521.
June 8, 2011
CLC Roofing
When using a company with the reputation of CLC Roofing, you can be assured that you are not only getting preferred service but preferred warranties as well. As an Owens Corning preferred contractor, CLC Roofing is able to offer a warranty that includes 50 years and 100% protection against manufacturing defects.
Owens Corning is the world’s leader when it comes to shingles and roofing materials from their first fiberglass mat in 1960 to their pioneering the introduction of fiberglass to the roofing market in the late seventies-early eighties. Owens Corning continues to develop, improve and expand their products to meet the changing environmental and building needs of today’s roofing industry.
Most Americans recognize Owen’s Corning for their insulation needs, but their roofing materials are an added element to their company, and when used together, their fiberglass mat and asphalt add important building blocks to the shingle’s life and performance which means a longer lasting roof for you, the consumer.
CLC Roofing is honored to have this relationship with Owens Corning and pass on to its clients superior products and the Preferred Protection Warranty.
May 19, 2011
CLC Roofing
With summer quickly approaching, CLC Roofing wants to educate you on the importance of proper roof venitilation. Whether replacing your roof or not, it is important to have the right amount of ventilation for the size of your roof and attic area in your home.
Excessive heat in your attic causes many problems for the homeowner. First, a hot attic translates into a hot house causing the air conditioning to run more often. In addition, heat in the attic heats up the underside of your roof allowing your shingles to be essentially baked from underneath which can lead to brittle shingles and roofing materials that fails prematurely.
However, in the winter months, proper roofing ventilation is also important. During the colder months, excessive moisture can build up in the attic area of your home. Keeping ventilation paths opens is key to removing moisture which can condense and cause your insulation to deteriorate. Moisture can also play a role in detoriation of roofing components.
Year round, ventilation plays an important role in your home’s energy efficiency and roof stability. CLC Roofing understands that you want to save money and protect your largest investment-your home. If you are concerned about the amount of ventilation that your roof has, call CLC Roofing and let us evaluate your current system.
If proper ventilation is not applied to your home’s roof, some shingle companies will even void their warranty . The shingle manufacturer usually provides recommendations on the proper amount of ventilation required for your roof size to ensure their products work well over time. CLC Roofing adheres to these recommendations at the minimum when replacing a roof ensuring that your home and roof are protected.
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Call CLC Roofing at 800-210-2521 today to schedule your free roof evaluation.
