An example of the components of an effective blue roof, Photo Credit: Philadelphia Water.An example of the components of an effective blue roof, Photo Credit: Philadelphia Water.

Why a Case of the Blues is a Good Thing for Your Roof

An example of the components of an effective blue roof, Photo Credit: Philadelphia Water.   When we think about roofs, one goal is to drain the water from them as quickly as possible.  Standing water adds weight, which can weaken…
Asphalt shingle roof that is maintained by a small specialized reapir and maintenance businessRooftop Services LLC, 2021

Why You Should Hire a Small, Specialized Business Over a Roofing Contractor

By now you know that maintaining your roof is a priority. You can’t ignore it simply because you can’t see it. Even the smallest bit of damage can - will - lead to big problems if not addressed.  Routine inspections, cleaning, and repairs…
Cleaned gutters

Hire a Professional to Clean Your Gutters to Protect Your Home

The point of your gutters is to carry water off your roof and away from your home. They play a vital role in protecting your home from water damage - and they need to be regularly maintained.    Gutters are a catch-all. Wind will…
Solatube Solar tube rafter cutaway, Featured image credit: Mimi Kotter, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Solar Tubes or Skylights: Which is the Better Choice?

When it comes to maximizing the amount of natural light in our homes….something precious here in the Pacific Northwest….skylights seem the obvious choice. But they come with a price - the cost to install them and with plenty of negatives…
orange synthetic roofing tiles

Which Choice is Better? Synthetic Roofing or Traditional Materials

At a certain point, repairing a roof is no longer an option. While routine inspections and maintenance will prolong the longevity of your roof, at some point, it will need to be replaced. With that comes choices Will you go traditional or chose…
A properly installed skylightRooftop Services LLC, 2019

Skylights: Should You Cut a Hole in Your Roof to Add One?

Skylights can do wonders for a room. With our typical Seattle gloom, the natural light they provide does more than brighten a room. It can brighten our moods. The right skylight can add height to a room. At the very least, make the room feel…
Picture of the Snowy Owl on a Queen Anne Rooftop - taken by Erika Vanvick of To The Letter WritingErika Vanvick of To The Letter Writing, 2020

The Snowy Owl on a Queen Anne Rooftop

Since the end of November, a snowy owl has been spending time on rooftops in the Seattle’s Queen Anne neighborhood. For those who are wondering, a snowy owl is not normally seen this far south and roofs are not it’s normal choice for a home.…
Picture of roof with shadow of inspector working to reduce the risks of missing roof damageRooftop Services LLC, 2020

The Health and Financial Risks from Failing to Inspect Your Roof

A modern day horror story What Gerald has experienced is far too common: a few torn or lifted shingles, dried caulking around a vent, a gap where the flashing meets the chimney, or even pest damage going unnoticed by a homeowner. That small…
Pitched roofs meeting at a valleyRooftop Services LLC, 2020

Why Roofs Are Pitched and Their Need for Maintenance

Have you noticed that there are few flat roofs on homes in the Pacific Northwest? There is a reason that goes beyond how they look.    The reason roofs are pitched?  Water.  Though the slope of roofs vary, its purpose doesn’t.…
Wind downed tree and roof damageRooftop Services LLC, 2020

How Wind Damages Roofs And How You Can Prevent It

Rain tends to worry many home and business owners when it comes to their roofs. Yet rain doesn’t actively damage roofs. The rain itself doesn’t directly cause damage. You aren’t likely to end up with damage caused by rain with a properly…