Learn to Talk Intelligently with Your Local Roofer

How Your Roof Works 101: It's All About Layers Working Together as One System

When you are in need of a roof repair or re-roof, it's always wise to be informed on the basics of how your roofing system works when talking to your local contractor or roofing company.

This will allow you to make informed decisions regarding which roofing company you go with and not have the wool pulled over your eyes by a fly-by-night roofing company.

Ref: www.popularmechanics.com

The first thing to know is that all roofs rely on a layered overlapping system, whether is be tile, slate, shake shingle, or the most popular form of roofing material, the asphalt shingle. Each rely on a system where there is at least a three inch overlap so that water runs down from one shingle to the next without getting in between shingles and resulting in structural damage and leaks in your roof.

The manufacturing support of asphalt shingles is that they have a heat-sensitive sealant adhesive strip on the underside of the shingle, so when the sun heats the shingle, the sealant adheres to the overlapping shingle and resists wind updraft and water exposure.

Ref: www.popularmechanics.com

It's also wise to ask your local roofing contractor if they use ice and water shield at the base of the roof where the metal drip edge overlaps into the gutter, this provides an additional barrier for ice, water, and snow to slip between the metal drip edge and the gutter where is will cause structural damage. Typically, roofers should apply the drip edge to the roof, then apply the sticky ice and water shield to the drip edge a foot up onto the roof deck before applying the felt that will overlap 1/2 to 1/3 per horizontal strip.

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These are the basics in how your roof system should work. So when you are talking with your local roofer, educate yourself on their process and make sure they are using the proper overlapping techniques described above and if they use water and ice shield as well. We here at Rock's Roofing, Inc. have been family owned and operated in Wheat Ridge, Colorado for over 45 years and have been happy serving the Front Range community for that time. We offer an exclusive Roof Maintenance Program as well which is sure to help preserve the quality of your roof for years to come.

Please visit us online for more information or call today. 303-425-1083.

A Good Thing to Know About Your Shingle Roof That May Require Repairing

A lot of people are not aware about the nature and quality of their roof. Many times, home and commercial business owners and unaware that their roof may be leaking and require roof repair. In some cases, a bad roof can lead to structural damage which can lead to even more headaches and money spent.

Your Shingles

Many people think that because they have a "20 Year Shingle," that their roof will last 20 years. That's not the case. If you or a local contractor notices pooling of sand in the gutters, or if you get up on the roof, SAFELY PLEASE, and it's slippery. This is a good indicator that the granules from the shingles are wearing off and could need replacing. It's always a good idea to check your roof for this type of erosion every five years or so to protect your home from potential leaking and further damage.

Additional evidence of a leaking roof can be found by hiring an inspector to look for water stains in the attic, around chimneys and vents. These are places where metal flashing can fail leading to the possibility of a roof replacement versus a simple roof repair. This is also the difference between thousands of dollars for a re-roof and a couple hundred bucks for a repair.

Rock's Roofing, Inc. specializes in all types of roofing services, re-roofs, roof repair, shingle roofs, flatroofs, gutters and downspouts, skylights and more. For more information, please visit us online or call today. 303-425-1083.

ROOFING MAINTENANCE PROGRAM - Rock's Roofing, Inc. - Wheat Ridge, Colorado and Surrounding Areas

ROOFING MAINTENANCE PROGRAM

We here at Rock's Roofing, Inc. are a family owned and operated roofing company who has been in business here in Colorado for over 45 years. From flatroof repair, to re-roofing, to skylights, gutters, downspouts and shingles, Rock's Roofing, Inc. are experts in the field and a reliable and respected company. Just read our testimonials.

We are now offering a customized maintenance programs for your roof to prevent leaks from occurring. Our job is to be proactive in maintenance to the roof before structural damage occurs.

Our maintenance program is ideal for all homeowners, business owners, property managers, real estate brokers, and commercial building managers. Rock’s Roofing Inc. will come out to the property, perform a maintenance check, seal pipes, and provide you with a detailed inspection report.

We offer the following maintenance programs:

One Star Maintenance Program:
For 1-5 year old roofs: Once a year, for one year at the annual rate of $225.00

Two Star Maintenance Program:
For 5-10 year old roofs: Once a year for two years at the annual rate of $325.00

Three Star Maintenance Program:
For 10+ year old roofs, commercial properties, rental properties, etc: Twice a year, for five years at the semi-annual rate of $450.00

We also specialize in customizing a roofing maintenance program for your specific roofing needs! You can call us to request a customized maintenance program for your roof! 303-425-1083

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Also included in your program are these bonuses!

• FREE emergency storm damage inspections
• FREE estimates on any roofing service
• FREE gutter cleaning with your inspection
• Emergency priority service
• Detailed inspection report
• FREE transfer of your program if you are buying or selling your property
• Plus, receive a credit of the program fee towards any service if there are any leaks during the service period of your program

CALL US TODAY! WE ARE YOUR LOCAL AND PREFERRED ROOFING CONTRACTOR SINCE 1968! 303-425-1083.

Rock's Roofing Congratulates the Denver Broncos on their Trip to the Super Bowl!

Rock's Roofing, Inc. wanted to congratulate the Denver Broncos on a fantastic season and a thrilling win over Tom Brady and the New England Patriots en route to a trip back to the Super Bowl! Rock's Roofing, Inc. works as hard as the Denver Broncos did all season and we take pride in our work ethic when it comes to re-roofing, roof repair, gutters and downspouts and flat roof repair.

Flying our colors outside our office.

The Rock's Roofing, Inc. team was lucky enough to experience, first-hand, our favorite team, in person, as they dominated the Patriots in front of a historical sell-out crowd.

Pre-game when they released the balloons.

Tailgating and making sure we were well fed.

Tailgating and we came across this beauty.

Tailgating with the dogs.

We always root for our hometown Denver Broncos and when it comes to top notch performance, we hope you root for your hometown roofing company, Rock's Roofing, Inc. We're a family owned and operated company here locally in Wheat Ridge for over 45 years! We hope when you are in the need for re-roofing, roof repair, gutters and downspouts and flat roof repair that you keep your local roofing team in mind.

Please visit us online or call today for a free estimate. 303-425-1083.

GO BRONCOS!!!

Happy Holidays from Rock's Roofing, Inc.

Everyone here at Rock's Roofing, Inc. wanted to wish all of our Wheat Ridge and Front Range neighbors a safe and Happy Holiday Season! We can't wait for to unwrap presents next week and hope that each and every one of you gets to spend the holidays with family, friends, and loved ones.

Recently, Rock's Roofing, Inc. owner, Matthew Rock, took the time to volunteer as Santa at the St. Joan of Arc Christmas brunch to hand out candy canes and listen to the kid's Christmas wish lists. Legos will be a huge hit this year and anything of the electronic toy variety.

Matthew had a great time and the funniest part about playing Santa was that each of the kids were whispering so low, as if their wish was a big secret, that it was hard to hear what they wanted. All the kids are planning on leaving out cookies and milk Christmas Eve, and Matthew said he felt like Mother Goose as anytime he got up to move from one location to another, the kids followed him around like little ducklings.

We hope no matter what denomination you practice, you have a wonderful Holiday Season and safe Happy New Year.

For more information on Rock's Roofing, Inc. and all of our roofing services including flatroofs, roof repair, re-roofing, gutter and downspout installation and repair and more, please visit us online or call today. 303-425-1083

Why to get your roof repaired now before winter temperatures drop.

Just because there is snow on the ground as well as your roof, doesn't mean that your roof can't be worked on during the winter months. In fact, roof repair is important all year round and Rock's Roofing, Inc. is always ready to help protect your roof from winter temperature and weather damage.

Rock's Roofing, Inc. can tear off old roofs in just about any type of weather, but the asphalt manufacturers suggest a proper application above 40 degrees fahrenheit so that the glue strips underneath the shingles do seat properly. Colorado and Denver has a lot of cold days in the winter, but as you know, we have even more WARM days in the winter and due to the higher elevation, the sun is able to heat roofs better than on the east coast or at lower elevations. Therefore, the snow melts quicker here than in most parts of the country allowing us to complete roof repair year round. We have many more mild days in winter than other parts of the country.

We do adhere to the manufacturers recommendations, but we don't shut our doors for winter. So if you are in need of some roof repair, please visit us online or call today. 303-425-1083.

Knights of Columbus, Rock's Roofing, Inc., Support Mother Cabrini Shrine

We recently received a testimonial from one of our customers, Rosemary, who was kind enough to publish this article in the Knights of Columbus monthly newsletter on behalf of Rock's Roofing, Inc.:

KNIGHTS SUPPORT MOTHER CABRINI SHRINE

One of the projects that the Knights of Columbus have sponsored and championed is the Mother Cabrini Shrine, West of the Denver Metro area. When the staff of the shrine called to say that they needed a roof for the carriage house to turn it into a museum, Matthew Rock and Rock’s Roofing, Inc. came through to put a new roof on the building and was successful in obtaining reduced costs on materials.

This, combined with donation of money to defray costs and manpower to clean up the grounds after hail damage and to get grounds ready for winter, has kept the council busy. Thanks to all those members who lent their time to care for this precious landmark.

- Rosemary

We thank Rosemary and the Knights of Columbus for choosing Rocks Roofing, Inc. as their preferred roofing company in the greater Denver Metro area. Rosemary also had this to say about us regarding her personal home:

I have had Matthew Rock of Rock's Roofing, Inc. taking care of my flat roof for about 20 years. They always do a great job and I really appreciate him so much. When I have questions he always explains what is going on. We've always have had excellent service and workmanship. The installers are very courteous, prompt, professional and always leave the job site looking tidy with all debris being removed. We will be recommending Rock's Roofing, Inc. to all our family and friends.

- Rosemary

We handle all types of roofing services, from flat roof installation and repair, to re-roofs, gutters and downspouts, hail and wind damage, skylights, pipe jacks and roof vents, to customized roof maintenance programs.

To see what our customers think about us, please read our testimonials and for more information, please visit us online, or call today. 303-425.1083.