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There are some relatively new and exciting developments in the roofing company Tampa Bay and in particular the re-roofing industry, including discounts for homeowners who choose to harden their homes against wind damage by using products and methods to do just that. Sealing glues are first placed as an underlayment or peel and stick is used between the roof and shingles, tiles or metal.
The roof coverings are sealed when nails are driven in it holding the roof coverings. Using this product will protect the home from water damage in the event of blow-offs. Also, structural requirements are now inforced when re-roofing is done,. The third strengthening method is improving the roof to wall connections: Installing metal connectors from the top of the wall to the sides of each roof truss or framing member. Each of these methods combined with existing architectural features give homeowners substantial discounts on homeowner’s insurance policies as well as peace of mind during hurricane season and during other high wind events.
Some roll roofing Tampa Bay material manufacturers are offering 130 mile per hour rated roof shingles. Plus, these adhesive foam applications of cement tiles have warranties that guarantee 150 mile per hour wind loads. Taking advantage of these discounts is an excellent choice as the cost of homeowner's insurance is on a steady rise.
Maximizing ventilation in the roof system is a wise money savings choice. Two ways to accomplish this are, firstly: When re-roofing, the contractor should adequately ventilate the roof system either using roof/ridge vents or traditional electric powered exhaust fans, or the newer solar powered models. Second, having properly ventilation of your eaves and soffits or use powered exhaust fans if there are no vents. Saving money is the name of the game, and a new istallation can save you enough money towards your electricle costs that it will help pay for the re-roofing costs.
Advances in materials and some of the newer developments, such as thermoplastic's or "TPO" roof coverings. Traditionally, these products have been used for commercial applications, however they are now finding their way into the residential re-roofing construction. The warranties associated with these products rival that of traditional asphaltic roof coverings. Also, there is greater ease of installation using several different methods of application, including self adhering, heat welding and mechanically fastened. These products are bright white in color providing maximum reflective capability with greatly increased energy savings.
All these standing seam metal roof Tampa Bay choices are available to the informed consumer and should be presented in detail by a licensed Roofing Contractor.
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