roofing

Fiber Cement, Engineered Wood, or Vinyl Siding: Which Holds Up Best Through a Maryland Winter?

Winters in Maryland are full of cold weather, snow, ice, rain, and fluctuations in temperature. We see how these weather conditions can lead to openings in the siding, damage to the siding finish, and moisture penetrating into the underlying walls. When Topper helps...

Commercial vs. Residential Roofing in Frederick County: Why Business Owners Need Different Solutions

Being a commercial property owner means you are responsible for more than just keeping the building in good condition. You are responsible for the safety of employees and clients, your tools and equipment, inventory, and processes that keep your business running. Your...

Algae and Moss Growth on Maryland Roofs: Why Summer Humidity Is the Culprit (And How to Stop It)

One summer, your roof looks completely fine. The next time you check your roof, you notice dark stripes appearing on shingles and green spots forming close to the edges. This may raise the question of whether your roof is aging, and you may begin to consider repairing...

Will You Need a New Roof After Winter?

A roof is the first line of defense in protecting your home from the elements. And no season is harder on your roof than the winter. Winter precipitation can create many problems that may result in the need for a new roof after the season. Here are some of the signs...

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Make Your Home Environmentally Friendly with EcoStar

Very often on this blog, we bring up the importance of energy efficiency, and offer up some ways to increase your home’s energy efficiency. Having an energy efficient home is great for your wallet, and is great for the environment. If you’re concerned about the...

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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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3 Signs You May Need a New Roof

There are few things more important than to have a roof over your head. One of those more important things is that your roof is in good shape to properly protect you and your family. This summer is bound to bring plenty of heavy storms and intense heat, neither of...

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Don’t Fall Flat with Flat Roofing

Look around your neighborhood and you’ll likely see a bunch of sloped, pointy roofs. But look around a commercial area full of big buildings and warehouses, and you’ll more likely notice lots of flat roofs. Whether the goal is to make the roof a functional space for...

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