Roofing Tips & Tricks
Royal Crown Roofing Blog
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Common Roofing Problems and How to Avoid Them
If you want your roof to last as long as possible, it’s important to have it installed correctly and maintained as needed. Avoiding some of the most common roofing problems can help your roof last longer. Improper Ventilation A common cause of roof problems is poor...
Working with Insurance Companies for Storm and Hail Damaged Roof Repairs: Royal Guidance
When your roof falls victim to the wrath of Texas storms, it's time for some royal intervention. Fixing a storm-damaged roof or repairing a hail damaged roof can be an unexpected and costly affair. But fear not, for Royal Crown Roofing is here to make your experience...
How to Choose the Right Roofing Material for Your Home
If it’s time to replace the roof on your home, you’re probably wondering how to choose the right materials. Here are some factors to consider when making that choice. Durability You want your roof to last as long as possible, so consider the lifespan of different...
The Importance of Regular Roof Maintenance for a Long-Lasting Roof
Investing in a new roof is a major expense, which is why it's crucial to take care of your roof to extend its lifespan. Proper roof maintenance is the key to achieving this goal, as it can effectively lengthen the lifespan of your roof. By following some simple steps,...
Shining a Light on Solar: What to Know Before You Go Solar
If you're interested in reducing your carbon footprint and saving money on energy bills, installing solar panels on your roof is an excellent option. But before you invest, there are some things you should know. Here are some key considerations when it comes to...
The Dos and Don’ts of DIY Roof Repair!
Maintaining your roof is an essential part of homeownership, and sometimes, it may be tempting to try to handle repairs yourself. While some smaller issues can be tackled with a bit of DIY know-how, it's important to know when it's time to call in the professionals....
The Benefits of Cool Roofing for Houston Homeowners
Cool roofing is a type of roofing designed to reflect sunlight and heat away from the home, making it an ideal choice for homeowners in hot climates like Houston, TX. This type of roofing is made from materials that are specially designed to reflect, rather than...
Choosing the Right Type of Roofing for Your Home
One of the most important decisions a homeowner can make when it comes to their roof is choosing the right type of roofing material. Not only does the material impact the overall look of a home, but it also affects factors like energy efficiency, durability, and...
The holidays are over! January’s the time to clean house and put everything in order, including your roof.
If your roof suffered from our Houston area’s incredibly hot summer of 2022, or our more recent, lower-than-freezing temperatures, it may need replacing. Its age may also give an indicator that its time has come. For most of us, our home is our biggest investment, and...
What is flashing on your roof, and why do we care so much about it?
Well, it isn’t the kind of flashing done by lights on your roof. We’re talking about the kind that holds things together, and keeps water from leaking into your home — it’s thin pieces of sheet metal that keep water from seeping into the places where chimneys, vents,...
Now that the holidays are over, have you taken down all your lights yet?
If you haven’t, take care. Try not to do it yourself, unless you have the strength and agility to avoid injury on that high ladder. Here are a few tips: 1)Make sure the ladder is clean, and has no slippery substances on it that can cause you to lose your step. 2) ...
Are your gutters in doing their job?
Gutters are pathways for water to flow off and away from your roof to protect it and your home. They lead the water to predesignated destinations that save your home from the damage the water can do to it, if the water is left there. If not for the gutters, the water...
Have you noticed what’s growing on your roof lately?
Our humidity here in the Houston area offers the perfect environment for a roof-destroying aquatic plant called algae. You’ve probably noticed it when you’ve been camping. It’s that greenish plant that grows in damp areas out in the woods under shady trees, and it...
Have you noticed lately that some of our Houston area trees are losing their leaves and winter’s on the way?
It’s time to prepare for whatever comes this winter – it could even be freezing, icy weather, just like a couple of years ago. Winterizing your home calls for checking out your roof’s status. Here are some things that need to be done: All that debris that landed on...
How’s your roof doing these days?
Are you prepared for the onslaught of hailstorms, windstorms, (perhaps even snowstorms) this winter, and the scorching sun next summer? Whatever the weather, cracked or broken shingles on your roof means it isn’t healthy, and it won’t protect you and your family from...
