Water coming through the ceiling? When it drips tells you who to call: rain points to the roof, running taps to the plumbing. Checks you can do safely.
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Roof leaking around the chimney: why it happens and how it's fixed
A chimney leak is usually the flashing where brick meets roof: step flashing, counterflashing or a missing cricket. How to tell, and how it's fixed.
Read MoreRoof leak around a plumbing vent pipe: causes and repair
A leak around a plumbing vent pipe is usually a split rubber boot or failed flashing. How to tell if that's your leak, and how it's fixed.
Read MoreWhat should a roofing estimate include in Pennsylvania?
What a Pennsylvania roofing estimate should show before you sign: the registration number, the work and materials, the price and deposit, insurance, and your right to cancel.
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Do you need to replace roof decking when you get a new roof?
A new roof does not automatically mean new decking. How the deck is checked during a tear-off, what rot looks like, and what your contract should say about it.
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Roof valley leaks: why valleys fail and how they are repaired
Valleys drain two roof slopes and wear faster than the rest of the roof. Why they fail, how to spot a valley leak and how it is repaired.
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How do you spot the signs of wind damage on a roof?
Wind does not always leave a gap in the roof. These are the quieter signs, from broken seals to creased tabs, and what to do before a leak starts.
Read MoreWhat does hail damage on shingles look like, and when does it need a repair?
Dents, bruises and missing granules: how to spot hail damage on asphalt shingles from the ground, tell it from normal aging, and know when it needs a repair.
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Storm Damage Roof Checklist for Lehigh Valley Homes
Storms move through the Lehigh Valley faster than most homeowners expect, and what they leave behind is rarely as obvious as a hole in the roof.
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Lehigh Valley Roof Ice Dam Prevention: Start in the Attic
Ice dams are one of the few roof problems in the Lehigh Valley that build slowly enough to stop before they ever reach your ceiling.
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How to Tell If You Need a Roof Repair or Full Replacement
How to Tell If You Need a Roof Repair or Full Replacement If you’re dealing with roof issues, one of the most common questions homeowners ask is whether they need a simple...
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Storm Damage Repair in Macungie: Support When You Need It
January wind storms can hit Macungie without much warning. One night, everything seems fine. By morning, shingles are missing, gutters are twisted, and water is finding its way into places it should...
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Ice Dams in Allentown: Why Attic Ventilation Matters In Winter
When winter settles into the Lehigh Valley, homeowners brace for snow, ice, and freezing nights. But one of the most damaging winter roof problems often starts quietly along the roof edge. Ice...
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