Roofing

Flat Roof Pre-Winter Checklist: Ponding Water, Membrane Seams, and Drain Checks for Maryland Businesses

Flat and low-slope commercial roofs should have adequate drainage in order to properly drain water off of the roof. When there is ponding water on the roof, or when membrane seams start to peel apart, or when drainage is blocked, the roof is susceptible to leaks. The...

How Roof Design and Slope Affect Long-Term Performance in Maryland Homes

When most homeowners think of a roof, they think of shingles, it’s color, style, and possibly warranty. But after decades of working on homes in Maryland, Topper knows the style of your roof is just as important as the material on your roof. The roof’s slopes,...

Ice Dams in Maryland Roofs: What They Are and How to Prevent Them

Maryland winters have a knack for keeping homeowners on their toes. This year, we have seen a winter storm that brought a lot of heavy snow, ice/sleet, and extreme temperature drops, which many homeowners aren’t accustomed to. One day it’s warm, and the next day we’re...

Soffit, Fascia and Frieze: The Underdogs

Roofs are complex systems that provide a major services for us and our houses. Usually, on this blog we focus on the major aspects of a roof and siding, like solar shingles, asphalt shingles, metal roofs, and the like. There are some aspects of your roof that don’t...

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Common Roof Shingle Problems You Can Fix Yourself

  Usually on this blog we focus on ways to help you avoid damage to your roof, no matter if you have a metal roof, a cedar roof, or are worried about tree damage. This week, however, we are going to discuss two simple repairs you can make to asphalt shingles....

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Tips for Maintaining Your Metal Roof

If you have a metal roof the first thing we need to do is congratulate you recognizing the benefits of this type of roofing system. But now that you have a metal roof, you’re probably wondering how to keep it strong and looking its best. We have a few tips you should...

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What is Vinyl Membrane Roofing?

Have you ever been on a roof-top deck and noticed the floor? Nice and even in a color that matches the house perfectly? Chances are you were admiring a vinyl membrane roofing system, mostly like one from Duradek. This type of roofing has been around since the...

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Solar Shingles or Solar Panels?

Many homeowners look at solar energy as a great way to make their home more energy efficient and lower their energy bill. Everyone recognizes a solar panel, those hulking mirrors sitting on the roof are hard to miss. But solar panels aren’t your only option for making...

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