What's The Difference Between A Roof Tear Off And Overlay

What’s the Difference Between a Roof Tear-Off and Overlay? 

 

What's The Difference Between A Roof Tear Off And Overlay

If you’re in the market for a new roof, you have complete control over your roof replacement — including the methods the roofers use to install the new roof.

Many homeowners are surprised to learn that there are two main roof replacement methods: roof tear-off and overlay. Both methods have advantages and disadvantages, and understanding them better can help you make a more informed decision. Read more

Roof Ice And Water Shields

What are Ice and Water Shields, and How They Work on Your Roof

Roof Ice And Water Shields

When it comes time to replace your roof, you can have complete control over the roofing materials and designs your contractors use within your new roofing system. One element we strongly recommend adding to your home is an ice and water shield. Read more

Common Reasons Why Your Chimney Is Leaking

Common Reasons Why Your Chimney is Leaking

Common Reasons Why Your Chimney Is Leaking

Every area of your roof needs to be sealed tightly to prevent water from seeping through. The chimney is one area of the roof prone to cracks and damage, which can allow water to enter the chimney area and leak into your home. Read more

Gutters Need To Be Removed

Do My Gutters Need to Be Removed Before a Roof Replacement

Gutters Need To Be Removed

If you’re considering replacing your roof, you may wonder: “Do my gutters need to be removed before a roof replacement?”

The short answer is not necessarily. The long answer is that it depends on the condition of your gutters and whether their placement would interfere with the roof installation. Read more

How To Identify Roof Damage From Squirrels Min

How to Identify Roof Damage from Squirrels

How To Identify Roof Damage From Squirrels Min

Squirrels may seem harmless, but they can wreak havoc on your roof and cost you lots of money fixing their damage. Your roof is a significant investment that you rely on to keep your home safe from wind, water, and other outdoor elements. When squirrels chew holes in your roof and make their home in your attic, they expose your home to the outside elements. Read more

Roof Drip Edge

What Does a Drip Edge Do and Why It’s Important

Roof Drip Edge

Without the proper roof protection, your home can sustain water damage that may shorten its lifespan and affect the interior of your home. Thankfully, installing a drip edge provides you with an easy solution. Drip edges abide by most building codes, so little prevents you from installing them and protecting your roof.

A drip edge consists of metal flashing installed at the edge of your roof to move water away from the fascia and keep the underlying roof structure dry. It will hang off your roof above the fascia, keeping essential parts of your roof safe from damage. Drip edges come built with non-corrosive materials, ensuring their longevity and their appearance. Read more

Cedar Shake Roof Pros And Cons

What Is a Shake Roof? Pros & Cons of Cedar Shake

Cedar Shake Roof Pros And Cons

Cedar shakes and shingles make truly beautiful roofing options. Depending on the type and style of cedar roofing you choose, you can give your home that rustic, elegant look and feel. Today’s homeowners have plenty of shake roof options from which to choose.

But what is a shake roof? Our roofing experts at Nelson Contracting in Lincoln and Omaha, NE, will help you better understand this roofing material that keeps growing in popularity. If you’re ready to start your new cedar shake roof installation or need assistance, call us today at (402) 464-2418. Read more

Metal Roof Costs

How Much Does a Metal Roof Cost?

Metal Roof Costs

If you need to install a new roof, then you’ve likely considered various options available to you. Today, metal roofs are all the rage. They can be visually appealing and practical, and they can withstand harsh weather better than many other types of roofing. But how much does a metal roof cost?

In this post, our dependable roofing experts at Nelson Contracting in Omaha, NE, will detail how much metal roofing typically costs and the various factors that will affect their cost. Read more

Metal Roofing Pros And Cons

Metal Roofing Pros and Cons (The Need to Know)

Metal Roofing Pros And Cons

A Closer Look at Metal Roofing

If you need to replace an existing roof or install a new one, you may want to consider a metal roof. But before you buy, plan to do some research and weigh the pros and cons of metal roofing versus other roofing materials.

In this post, our trusted roofing experts at Nelson Contracting in Lincoln, NE, break down some metal roofing pros and cons to help you decide whether metal roofing meets the needs of your home. If you still need help or are ready to start with new metal roofing installation, call our team at (402) 464-2418. Read more

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Asphalt vs. Metal Roofing: Which is Better?

 

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A good roof protects a home’s inhabitants from the fiercest storms and the most sweltering heat. Replacing a roof is a big investment, but it’s also an opportunity to make an important choice: asphalt or metal roofing?

Nelson Contracting has been installing, repairing, and replacing roofs in Lincoln, NE, for over 20 years. Our experts know all the pros and cons of each material, and they’re standing by to discuss them with you at (402) 464-2418. Meanwhile, here is a comparison to help you understand some of the differences between asphalt vs. metal roof materials. Read more