DIY Solar Metal Roof – Part 1: Planning & Budgeting

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Solar panels are VERY cheap now (2017) and it only makes sense to own a solar roof, as opposed to leasing / PPA, which are a total scam. This summer I will be putting a metal roof on my house and as much as 12-14 KW of solar panels. What I plan to achieve with this is the following:

Solar Panels Installed on Standing Seam Metal Roof

  1. Completely eliminate my very high electric bill: I pay over $0.20/kwh to a horrible Eversource (which bought National Grid and increased Massachusetts electric prices by over 40%!
  2. Have too much solar electricity production: I plan to add a Mini-Split ductless HVAC system to part of my house that is very cold,

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Roofing Help – Q&A – episode 1

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We’ve got many questions from homeowners on our Ask The Roofer roof help desk, and here is the first batch of Questions and Answers.

In this episode, we will talk about roof damage, and should to replace port of your roof or the whole thing. We will discuss choosing between Asphalt Shingles and a Metal Roof. Lastly we will cover a very sensitive topic of choosing a roofing shingles manufacturer (GAF vs CertainTeed).

So let’s begin!

First question comes from Daniel about a roof damage:

Hi Leo,

My roof suffered some damage above the garage. Is it wise to replace shingles in only that particular area (400 s.f.)?

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Timberline Shingles Lawsuit Review

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This is a summary of a recent large class action shingles lawsuit against GAF Timberline Shingles.

In 2013, a major legal action took place, with the claim that shingles have been prematurely cracking and failing on thousands of roofs, due to material and manufacturing defects.

Our goal is to inform you about GAF’s alleged sub-par manufacturing practices, deceptive marketing, and lack of care for the consumer, as related to this case.

While the GAF lawsuit has been settled in April 2015, we want to make you aware of this situation and summarize the case, because there is a complete lack of media coverage on this issue.

The actual number of people involved the class action was not disclosed,

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Roofing Prices In Alabama And Atlanta, GA

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Shingle Roof on a Cape Style Home

If you need to replace or repair your roof, find out local roofing prices in Atlanta, GA and Alabama.

Keep in mind that depending on the scope of work and quality of material, the price for a new roof can range from $2.60-7.50 per square foot installed.

We will cover the cost to install asphalt shingles, metal roofs, and flat single ply membranes. To help you decide which one is right for you, we will also review the best roofing materials and trusted brands.

Roofing shingles prices

Green Roof Shingles on a Traditional Home

On average in Georgia and Alabama roof shingles price per square is $250, including tear off.

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How To File A Roof Insurance Claim

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Hail Damage Roof If you have a hail damage roof,
depending on your home insurance policy, you may be eligible to file a claim and have it fixed.

Before filing a hail damage roof insurance claim, there are a number of things that you need to be aware of to get this process done successfully and efficiently.

We will walk you through this process step-by-step and identify any pitfalls along the way.

Disclaimer This guide is provided for general information purposes ONLY, and does not constitute insurance or legal advice. If your roof has suffered hail or other damage, contact your insurance agent and/or your attorney for a consultation. Use the information below at your own risk.

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Solar Roofing Calculator

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With solar panel prices dropping below $5.50 / watt installed, many homeowners and businesses chose to go “green”.

Many are attracted not only by the prospect of reducing their carbon footprint, but also by the significant financial savings that solar electricity affords. Research conducted by the Appraisal Journal states that a solar electric system may increase your home’s value by 20 dollars for every 1 dollar in annual utility bill savings.

However, one crucial aspect that many people often ignore is the quality of the roof on which the PV system is installed.

If your roof is in poor shape and you install solar panels, then it will need to be replaced in just a few short years,

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Metric Roofing Calculator – for UK and Europe

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Estimate re-roofing costs in the UK and other Western European Countries! This tool helps homeowners calculate the approximate price to install a new Clay or Concrete Tile, or a single ply membrane on your residence in Great Britain, Ireland and Western Europe.

Prices for UK are in GBP, and in Euros for Ireland and other Western European countries.

This tool is created as an alternative to our main calculator, which is designed for US and Canada, calculating prices in USD, using sq. ft (vs. the metric system used in Europe).

To calculate your roof in Feet, use Imperial (US / Canada) Roof Calculator.

House Ground Dimensions:
x Meters

Roof Pitch (degrees):

Flash Skylights / Chimneys:
#

Roof Complexity:

Simple roofMedium difficultyVery cut-up roof

Roofing Material:

Flat Concrete TileClay Spanish TileFlat Clay TileDecra Metal RoofIKO Composite SlateAsphalt ShinglesEPDM (Rubber Roof)Fiberglass Flat Roof

Region:

UKIreland / Europe

Intuitive “Roof Size”

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8 Best Roofing Apps for Android (and iPhone)

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If you are researching roof materials, installation and prices, why not use your phone to quickly access all the info you need at your convenience?

Free Roofing Calculator AppThere are a number of great apps available!

Since our roofing calculator is really a “web app”, we wanted to create a list of similar mobile apps.

I’m an avid Android user / fan, and also Android has the most users in US and worldwide.

So here is a rundown of the 7 Best Roofing Apps for Android devices – the list includes both Free and Paid apps.

Update: Added new app: #5 – Roof Bid Helper

If you know of a good roofing app for Android that we DID NOT include in this list,

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Top Ice Dam Prevention Products Prices & Reviews (2024)

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Have you noticed large icicles forming along the eaves of your roof? This may be a sign that your roof may be at risk for ice dams and all the associated damage that they bring.

Problems with an ice dam roof can vary greatly: from torn off gutters and falling shingles to peeling paint, ruined flooring and stained ceilings, if the water gets into the house.

Another highly undesirable consequence is wet attic insulation, which will likely loose its R value, and cause serious mold issues.

To avoid all of these potential troubles, it is essential to focus on preventing ice dams.

If you are a DIY inclined homeowner, you can buy and install most of these products yourself,

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Roofing News Updates: 04-01-2015

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Image of Architectural Asphalt Shingles on a Modern Home

Roofing Shingles Prices are Going Down!

A big Roofing Materials Corporation has decided to drop prices for its popular line of Asphalt shingles by as much as 40% due to a significant decrease in the price of crude oil.

As of today WTI is under $48 / barrel and Brent is just around $55 / barrel.

Because petroleum byproducts are the main and most expensive component in manufacturing asphalt shingles, the company can afford to decrease the cost to consumer, while still making good profit margins.

Why is This Happening?

This move is seen by analysts as a big push by the company for complete market dominance.

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