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When to replace your roof?

October 7, 2016 by Kyle Lyons Leave a Comment

So here it is, the start of the halloween season. Most schools are back in business and parents are breathing that sigh of relief, no kids at home to worry about messing up the house. Is it to late to replace your roof ?

The question is, did you wait to long to get the roof replaced. Is there still time to make sure your home is ready for the nasty winter months ahead? Well rest assured there is still time. You do not have to worry about those nasty ice dams running your Christmas.

Spring, summer and fall all provide good seasons to replace your roof, giving you plenty of time to get a good quality seal on your roof to prevent any blown off shingles.

So when is the best time to replace your roof? Well, depending on your location you can replace it year around. For those of you around the Louisville, Kentucky and Southern Indiana areas, we have a different story to tell you.

Replace your roof in the Midwest.

There are many great things about the Louisville, Kentucky area. We have all of the seasons, Kentucky Derby and some of the best Bourbon a man (or woman) could ask for. The downfall to all of that of course are the seasons. Roofing in the wintertime can be a risky endeavor.

Installing shingles below freezing can create multiple problems and are against manufacturers recommendations.

How cold can you go? Most shingle manufacturers do not want you to install shingles at a temperature below 40 degrees. There are many reasons for this; shingles installed below this temperature do not have the proper time to seal. Some roofing companies will guarantee blow-offs until spring has sprung and the shingles are warmed up enough to seal. But, Shingle Manufacturers will not warranty this and if you pick the wrong contractor, you could be stuck with a nasty repair bill.

Shingles installed at or around a freezing temperature also have the tendency to crack. If your home has any valleys, then you are more than likely asking for a leak.

Best time to replace your roof.

We have discussed the downfall of replacing your roof in the winter. So if winter is the riskiest, what season is the best?

Roofing in the spring, summer and early fall can provide you plenty of time for your roof to seal. With average temperatures above 50 degrees and the sun shining, your roof will heat up and lay down sealing tighter than a Ziploc bag.

Warm temperatures and sunshine always provide for the best time to replace your roof. But, that doesn’t mean you should avoid thinking about it during the winter. If you have a problem or a leak, call your local roofing contractor and get an inspection, or do one yourself. We all know; when it comes to the weather in the Ohio valley; if you do not like it, wait 5 minutes. Winter in our area can still give you a good few days in a row to have your roof replaced and keep you happy and dry for the remainder of the winter.

Make sure, regardless of the time of year, you look over your warranty provided by both the manufacturer and Roofing contractor to make sure you are not inviting more problems than you may already have!

Start by looking up when it comes to a roof leak.

September 29, 2016 by Kyle Lyons Leave a Comment

I know common sense right. What do we mean by “look up” to find a roof leak? The first step after you find a water stain in your home is to take a walk outside. Make sure in your mind you pinpoint where the leak is inside the home in relation to outside. Look up your roofline; do you see any penetrations, pipes, vents etc.? If not, are there any valleys or walls in that immediate area?

Take your search for a roof leak a step higher

If you do not see anything from the ground take it a step higher! Literally, climb up in the attic and look around. Find the leak in the attic, looking for any signs of water damage on the roof deck or even wet insulation. Follow the trail up the roof deck and see where it comes from. Is there a penetration or does it run into a valley or wall area?

Give it a shot of water

If neither of those options work for you, try using a helper with a water hose. Spray the areas that you think may be causing the problem, do not spray water directly into any penetrations through the roof! Run water around your pipes or vents, down the shingle line of a wall or straight down the valley. In the case of a brick wall along your roofline if the shingles or flashing does not cause a roof leak in the home, spray the brick. It is a possibility that the brick has become porous over the years and is absorbing the water, causing a leak.

If none of these attempts works, call a local roofing contractor. They have the experience and the know how to find and repair roof leaks quickly and permanently to protect your greatest investment.

Research Your Local Roofing Contractors

September 23, 2016 by Kyle Lyons Leave a Comment

When it comes to local roofing contractors, some are above the rest. Whether it be the use of technology, the reputation that precedes them or even the quality of materials they offer.

Make sure you take the time to research your local roofing contractors. In the days of the Internet there are resources galore, that can help you make the right decision. Just take 5 minutes and Google “best local roofing contractors” and chances are you will see a million links to different services providing that information.

Be aware, some of the services that appear in a search offer a paid way to the top of the listings. Use your judgment and multiple services to make your decision. Do not forget about your local Better Business Bureau to check even further into your possible selections.

What should you look for when local roofing contractors come out to your house?

When you select your three or so local roofing contractors to come out to your home, you will more than likely know right away who you would like to do business with. If the contractor pulls up in a ratty old truck looking like a duck dynasty character be afraid, be very afraid!

I am not saying tell the guy to go away if he has a beard, look for professionalism, does he have his act together? Is he covered with debris looking like he just crawled out from under a pile of shingles? If so, you may want to take a different route.

Contracts from your local roofing contractor

This is the important part, so take note. A contract is a way for you the home owner to protect yourself in tough economic times. If a roofing contractor does not want to give you any details in the contract or any final prices, run away. If your contract comes in and it is 3 or 4 pages of legal mumbo jumbo, that’s not always a bad thing, but make sure you read it. Do you not understand it? Have someone read it that does, make sure that if the contractor messes up in some way it is not on you.

Getting a new roof is not as scary as so many people make it out to be. So many local roofing contractors out there are in the business of helping their customers protect their most valuable asset. Take the time to make sure you are not leaving it up to a company that has their own interest at heart, after all, without you. None of us would be in business.

Roof Replacement in 5 Easy Steps

September 21, 2016 by Kyle Lyons Leave a Comment

When it comes time for a roof replacement, many options can seem overwhelming. What type of shingles, should you do a lay over or tear it all of the way off and start over? These and many other small decisions can be a major factor in the life of the roof and the protection from the elements.

Here are five easy steps to run through when you are planning a roof replacement.

Step 1:

Understanding The Basic Process of Roof Replacement

One of the most common terms you will hear from a roofer is “Square” This is equal to 100 square feet. Depending on the type of shingles you chose, this could equal 3-4 bundles per square.

Dependent on the size of your home, it will take 1-4 days for a full tear off and roof replacement.

The stages of a roof replacement

Remove and discard all existing shingles (if going with a full tear off).
Make minor repairs on wood as needed.
Installation of roofing felt or synthetic underlayment and ice and water shield.
Installation of drip edge.
laying out and installing your new shingles.
Install of all flashing (if your home requires it).
Installation of ridge vents, if other style vents are installed this will happen during the install of the shingles.
Install ridge cap and walking roof down doing final sealing of any exposed nail heads.
Final clean up of roof and ground around home.

Sit back and enjoy your new roof!

Step 2:

When is The Best Season For Roof Replacement?

To make a long story a little shorter, spring, summer and fall are your best seasons for replacing your roof. It is possible to replace the roof during the winter. Ask your local roofing contractor or to find out how the weather outlook will effect your roof replacement in the winter.

Step 3:

Should You Remove the old Shingles or Roof Over Them

Would you park a car on top of your home? Thats what adding another layer to your roof will add, take the time to read about adding another layer to your roof and make your decision then.

Step 4:

Pick a Roofing Contractor

This can be one of the most difficult challenges when it comes to the roof replacement process. We make it a little bit easier by explaining how to pick a roofing contractor. We know this can be one of the hardest stages, take your time and do your research. If you pick the right contractor, the process is 100 times easier.

Step 5:

Common Roof Replacement Materials

Now you are down to the nuts and bolts. Picking your shingle style and color, read roof shingles and colors to find out what local customers are going with and see the colors in action. This may make the choice a little easier. Do not worry about all of your accessory colors, those are picked based on your shingle color and designed to work with your roof shingles.

We hope this provides an easy way to walk through the steps of a roof replacement. Just remember as scary as replacing your roof sounds, a good roofing contractor will take the time and walk you through the whole process and make everything a lot simpler.

How to Finance your Roof Replacement

September 19, 2016 by Kyle Lyons Leave a Comment

We at Lyons Roofing understand that replacing your roof can be costly. To provide our customers with other options, we can help finance your roof replacement through our financing partner, Service finance.

According to Remodeling Magazine’s annual Cost vs. Value study, the average cost of replacing a roof is $14,446.

We know most people don’t have that kind of money laying around, if you do. You more than likely want to spend it in other ways or even save it for a rainy day. We also know it is hard for you to ignore the drip in your kitchen ceiling or the old shingles that are the talk of the neighborhood association.

Fortunately, homeowners have a number of financing options that won’t require tapping into the kids’ college funds

If you are in the process of receiving roof estimates, contact The Lyons Roofing Company and we can help walk you through the financing options and help you get qualified.

Picking the plan that’s right for you can be done in a quick, simple application process. It can be completed online with the help of one of our sales representatives.

Contact The Lyons Roofing Company to help finance your roof replacement

Within minutes you will know if you are qualified and The Lyons Roofing Company can get you back to normal. We know the process can be difficult and our goal is to make the process as simple as possible.

Should you need more information or have questions, feel free to contact our office in Indiana at 812-294-3595 or Louisville, KY at 502-689-0338.

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When to replace your roof?

Replace your roof in the Midwest.

Best time to replace your roof.

Start by looking up when it comes to a roof leak.