Every house is unique. You may have spent a lot of time choosing the best material for your siding, the matching color for your walls, the complementing window type and more. Now, you need to consider your roofing valleys – should they be open or closed?

Let us talk about your gutter system at home. How often do you inspect them or get them checked by the experts? What about maintenance? Perhaps, you would agree that they play a huge role in keeping your roof safe and dry. A good gutter system can also help keep your siding in tiptop shape. That’s why it’s important not just to install any gutter system. Seamless gutters are the best choice. (more…)

Your gutters and downspouts direct water away from your home, protecting it from water damage. Issues with these components can result in a long list of problems, including roofing issues, weakened foundation and damaged exterior. 

Roofs naturally age as soon as they are exposed to outside elements. The components of your home ages differently, making it difficult to predict how long your shingles will last. You must know about the normal signs of roof aging to protect yourself from storm chasers who claim your roof is damaged when it’s not. 

Given the sheer amount of asphalt shingle roofing options available today, looking for the right asphalt shingles can feel like a needle-in-a-haystack kind of situation. So, we’ve pulled together some expert tips on finding the right asphalt shingles for your next roof installation.

Metal roofing is becoming one of the most popular roofing systems for new construction and replacement applications. But there’s an essential component of a metal roof that can’t be overlooked: the underlayment.

Each type of siding has its pros and cons, and vinyl siding is no exception. But a lot of the negatives about vinyl siding are often exaggerated, which is unfortunate given that vinyl is such a cost-effective yet durable material. So, we make it our goal to debunk some commonly held beliefs.

Metal roofs are best installed by skilled and experienced roofers. This type of roof has its own unique challenges, and sometimes rookie contractors commit errors that could affect the performance of the roof. 

Calling a handyman for minor repairs around the house might be a common scenario for homeowners. However, you can’t keep running to your handyman, especially when a job already requires more than a simple fix.

The Better Business Bureau, or simply BBB, is the most recognized and trusted name that customers turn to when looking for trustworthy businesses. We at Thompson Roofing and Construction are proud to have maintained a consistent A+ rating with the BBB. In this blog, we share an overview of this rating and how it helps improve our roofing and siding services.

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