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It is a common complaint: roof shingles
that fail too soon, leaving frustrated homeowners asking; why didn't it last? A New Rooftime
has the answer. According to Justin Shoemaker,
a company estimator, it has to do with far more than the shingles. “Shingles today are well made, but depend on what
I call the ‘Energy Trilogy.’ he explains. “It's due to the ventilation, insulation, and radiation, not being
properly balanced.” The problem starts
with unbalanced ventilation, not enough attic insulation, and no radiation barrier. Ventilation and insulation are now required
by code, but a radiation barrier is not. Therefore, most builders and roofers don’t take it into consideration, according
to Shoemaker. Rooftime conducts a free Energy
Star check-up with every quote. By using a thermal image camera (like the ones the cable TV ghost hunters use) and digital
thermometer, their estimators can pinpoint the problem areas that hide under the roof. Rooftime is an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor and is one of only three
roofers locally who have obtained the added certification as a TOP OF THE HOUSE roofer-insulator. “We have the knowledge,”
says Shoemaker. “We have top quality products. But more importantly, we are passionate about serving our customer. We
understand that our integrity depends on our service.” A Rooftime quote includes options for installing a roof ventilation system that meets or exceeds the FHA specification;
increase the attic insulation to the DOE recommended level of R-60, and installing a radiant barrier that reduces the attic's
temperature by as much as 50 degrees every day! Using these techniques Rooftime is confidant that most homeowners can add
another 5-10 years to their roof’s warranty!
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| A Rooftime thermal camera scan will find the leaks in your home |
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Did you know that the SINGLE most
effective investment you can make to your home is ATTIC
INSULATION?! It's true! According the Department of Energy,
38% of all energy loss, is through under insulated attic spaces, compared to only 16% for doors and windows! Attics can be insulated to the D.O.E. recommended R-60 (20" of insulation) for less than one thousand dollars
in most homes! R-60 in the attic provides an average annual savings of 420.00 EVERY winter!!!! If you're staying in your home
for more than 3 years; you will MAKE money back off insulating your home.
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