The Roofers Contractor

We don’t mind bragging every once in a while, especially when it comes to the quality of our work. One thing that we love to tell people is that when a job is too big or too specialized for a roofing contractor, they call us.

The experience we have with commercial roofing, copper roofing, metal roofing and high dollar contracts gives us an edge over most of the contractors out there. We bring the same crews to our residential repair jobs that we take to our high end commercial jobs. Other contractors recognize the expertise that we bring to our jobs and know that they can trust us to do a great job. That’s why so many other contractors refer us to do work that they can’t.

Next time you get a roofing estimate, get it from the best company possible. Alpine Roofing Construction.

www.alpineroofing.com

What Should You Look for in a Roofing Contractor

It’s never a good idea to make a purchasing decision without any education on the product or service. The same applies for hiring contractors to work on your house. It can be a daunting task choosing someone to work on your home, which in an investment. You wouldn’t randomly pick a brokerage firm from the phone book and you shouldn’t pick a contractor that way either. Here are some tips for finding a reputable and qualified roofing contractor.

1. Make sure to see some work that they have done. Check out their site or ask them for pictures of recent jobs.

2. Make sure they have an actual permanent address and not just a P.O. Box. A fly by night roofer is definitely not the company you want to hire.

3. They should also have a business license.

4. It’s very important that they are insured as well. If a worker falls or has an accident on your roof, it could lead to a lawsuit. Make sure that the contractor you hire is insured and can provide proof of being insured.

5. When they provide their estimate it should be detailed and describe the materials used, labor costs and warranty specifications.

6. Ask what they specialize in. It’s important to know what products and materials they are familiar with, especially if you are going with something other than shingles for your roof.

Following these guidelines will help make sure that you hire professionals for your job, which in turn provides you with peace of mind. And who couldn’t use that?

Single-Ply Roofing

If you haven't thought about singly-ply roofing, take out a magnifying glass and take a closer look. Single-ply roofing applications have made a quantum-leap in their technology.

Unlike copper roofing and composite roofing that has no membrane, single-ply's membrane like Hypalon, PVC, EPDM and TPO, is gaining more benefits and moving the "cool" roofing industry in an upward trend. These membrane structures are making energy conservation easy and because of it, you can earn a tax credit of to $1500.

That energy conservation isn't the only great benefits to single-ply, single-ply is also very flexible. Single-ply roofing cost is fairly reasonable and it's easy to install. This is not only true for residential roofing installations, but commercial roofing installations as well.

So how do you know which roofing membrane to choose? Here is a brief overview of the different types of single-ply roofing membranes.

Hypalon is a synthetic rubber. Because of that, hypalon is very durable and resistant to chemicals. Why is that good? Essentially it means that extreme temperatures or the sun’s rays won’t have much of an effect on a hypalon single-ply roof.

PVC is plastic. PVC makes single-ply stronger and resistant to fire. When things start to heat up, PVC won’t buckle!

TPO is a polymer and a mix between alloys and synthetic rubber. This combination makes TPO roofing durable and quick to install.

EPDM is very interesting as well. EPDM is known to be able to handle the weather well and that’s because it is made of a polymer like TPO.

These are the basic elements of single-ply roofing. If the idea of having a long lasting and energy efficient roof appeals to you then contact Alpine Roofing for your roofing estimate today.

Benefits of Metal Roofing

Metal roofing is one of the best improvements you can make to your home. The benefits of a metal roof go far beyond the energy savings that are associated with them.

Most roofing specialists will recommend a metal roof if you are looking for a durable and tough roof that is capable of handling strong storms and inclement weather. It's commonly used in areas that see tornadoes and hurricanes.

It's also easy to keep clean and looking good. Metal roofing can come painted, unpainted or even with a natural finish similar to copper roofing. This allows home owners to update their homes appearance as well as it's value.

Metal roofing is also extremely green. It's not just energy efficient, but it's also recyclable. Some metal roofing materials are also made from a high percentage of recycled metals. It also reflects heat and will help keep your house cooler while helping to lower your energy bills.

If you are interested in learning more about metal roofing contact us for a roofing estimate. Metal roofing is a great way to improve your home, help the environment and (thanks to this years tax credits) save you money.