Knowledge Center
Straight answers to the roofing and gutter questions Dayton-area homeowners ask us. Written by Aub Holley, who has been roofing since 1998.
How Long Does a Roof Last in Ohio?
A properly installed asphalt shingle roof lasts 20 to 40 years. What decides where yours lands in that range.
How Long Does It Take to Replace a Roof?
Most roofs we replace are finished in one day. Here's the whole timeline, from signing to the last shingle.
The Layers of a Roof, From the Deck Up
What's under the shingles, and what each layer is there to do
How to Compare Roofing Estimates Beyond Price
Two estimates for the same roof can differ by thousands and describe the same job in almost the same words
Storm Damage to Your Roof: What to Look For and What Happens Next
Why storm damage often isn't visible from the ground, and what a proper inspection and claim process actually involves
Why Is My Roof Leaking? Start With the Pipes, Chimney and Vents
Most leaks trace to one failed detail, not to a failing roof
Are Gutter Guards Worth It? What They Do and Where They Fail
Not every guard is the same product, and the gutters underneath matter as much as the guard on top
Can Gutter Guards Be Installed on Existing Gutters?
Yes. What has to be true of the gutters first, and how the guards go on
Gutter Apron vs Drip Edge: What Is the Difference?
Two pieces of edge metal that look alike and go on different edges of the roof
Soffit vs Fascia: What Each One Does at the Roof Edge
The edge of a roof is where water leaves, and where trouble usually starts
Attic Ventilation: How It Works and What Ohio Code Requires
Why a hot attic shortens the life of a roof, and what balanced ventilation actually means