Signs You Might Need A New Roof

Roofs are designed to take the full brunt of nature’s elements over the years but inevitably roofs that are approaching 20-some years old are going to suffer from a range of problems from shingles breaking down due to granule loss to degrading flashing areas and leaks. If your roof is leaking and you’ve never had…

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How To Choose Shingles

Orange County Roofer choosing shingles

In this article, we discuss how to pick the best shingle for your roof. We will go through the different features of shingles without mentioning any manufacturers because regardless of the manufacturer there are few things to look for individually when choosing shingles. Consider is how long you plan to be in your home If…

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How to hire a Roofer in Orange County NY

So you want to hire a roofer? In this article, we are going to discuss 5 key points we recommend you check off when you are thinking of hiring a roofing contractor. LOCAL This point is especially important if you are in a storm market. We do occasionally see a few storms here in Orange…

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Choosing the Best Shingles – Consumer Reports’ Test

Choosing shingles at the Green Collar Contracting showroom

Consumer Reports recently (2019) tested asphalt roofing shingles to determine the best ones for your home. It tested 3 types of asphalt shingles; the standard shingle that most people go with, the architectural shingle which is designed to offer a little bit more layering and a little more material but at a slightly higher cost. The…

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