When Michigan’s winter storms hit, snow can look beautiful blanketing your home until it starts piling up on your roof. That fluffy snow might seem harmless, but depending on the type, density, and temperature, it can weigh hundreds or even thousands of pounds. The question is: can your roof handle it? Understanding snow loads […]
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The first snowfall of the season is often a welcome sight until you notice water dripping from your ceiling or dark spots forming along the attic rafters.Winter roof leaks are one of the most frustrating problems Michigan homeowners face, especially because snow and ice can make immediate repair work more challenging. Fortunately, there are ways
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When most homeowners think about preparing their roof for winter, they picture cleaning gutters or checking for missing shingles. But there’s another small yet critical component that often gets overlooked: roof flashing. Flashing might not be as visible as shingles, but it plays one of the biggest roles in protecting your home from leaks. And
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If you’ve ever looked at your roof closely, you may have noticed areas where two sloping sections meet, creating a “V” shape. These sections are called roof valleys, and they’re one of the most important and vulnerable parts of your roofing system. Roof valleys are designed to channel water, snow, and debris safely off your
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Winter in Michigan is beautiful, but it’s also one of the harshest seasons for your home. Your roof, which protects everything inside, faces snow, ice, freezing rain, and dramatic temperature swings for months at a time. While you may enjoy the view of fresh snowfall from the warmth of your living room, your roof is
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When you purchase a new roof or siding, you’re not just investing in curb appeal, you’re investing in protection. A manufacturer or contractor warranty offers peace of mind, but it comes with strict terms. If you unknowingly break those terms, you could be left footing the bill for repairs that would have been covered. Here
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If you’re a homeowner in Michigan (or anywhere in North America), chances are you’ve heard the term “asphalt roof” thrown around a lot. But what exactly is an asphalt roof and why is it the most common roofing type in the U.S.? At Weather Vane Roofing, asphalt roofing is one of the most popular systems
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Michigan is famous for its stunning fall foliage. But while those vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows make for a beautiful view, they can spell disaster for your roof. At Weather Vane Roofing, we get a surge of repair calls every fall and the root cause often isn’t storms or old shingles. It’s the trees right
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You just had a new roof installed. It came with a 25-year or even a lifetime warranty, so you’re set, right? Not exactly. At Weather Vane Roofing, we’ve seen too many homeowners discover too late that their roof warranty doesn’t cover what they thought it did. A strong warranty is important, but even the best
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If your roof isn’t leaking, it doesn’t need attention, right? That’s one of the biggest myths homeowners in Michigan (and everywhere else) believe. But just like your car needs regular oil changes or your furnace needs seasonal tune-ups, your roof needs annual maintenance to stay in good shape and do its job well. In this
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