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Installing a new roof involves more than just choosing the right product and the right contractor. Equally important is gaining a clear understanding...

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As 33 tornadoes whipped through northeastern Illinois in April 1996, Tom Pierson of Precision Roofing held his breath.  The roof on Shiloh...

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A cool roof is a roofing system that delivers higher solar reflectance (the ability to reflect the visible, infrared and ultraviolet wavelengths of...

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Ice dams are formed when heat from the inside of a home escapes into the attic and warms the roof decking during the winter. This heat, combined with...

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A superior roof is stronger than the sum of its parts. A quality roofing system involves the underlayments, shingles, accessory products, and...

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Product (Manufacturer) Warranty vs. Services (Contractor) Warranty can be confusing.  The purchase of a new roof for a home is a significant expense...

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Thirty years ago a generation of products redefined roofing design, and they continue to inspire today. In the 1980s, enhancements to the dimensional...

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Did you know that a properly ventilated attic space is key to the durability of a residential roof? Are you aware of the year-round benefits of a...

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Part one in a four-part series on how to find the right roofing professional for your home Finding a reliable contractor is the most important part...

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This installation video reviews the application process for CertainTeed's Presidential Shake shingles, and includes information on proper chimney...

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This installation video reviews five course application of CertainTeed's Landmark shingle product, as well as alternate closed cut valley and...

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An ice dam is a dangerous build up of ice on your roof that can damage roofing materials and lead to leaks within your home. This video looks at how...

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Part two in a four-part series on how to find the right roofing professional for your home. It’s vital to know that you can rely on a roofing...

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This video offers a review of the benefits offered to roofing contractors through CertainTeed Roofing's Contractor's Edge programs...

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Jay Butch, director of contractor programs with CertainTeed Roofing, provides information on what homeowners should look for when hiring a...