Monthly Archives: August 2011

Composition Shingles

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

Composition Shingles Composition shingles are the best option if you are looking for an attractive look at an affordable price. The two most common residential roofing materials are composition shingles (or asphalt shingles) and steel (AKA a metal roof).   As … Continue reading →

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Fully Adhered EPDM and Gutters – Hospice Brazos Valley

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

Fully Adhered EPDM and Gutters – Hospice Brazos Valley Here’s a picture timeline of this little project we did for Hospice Brazos Valley (Bryan, TX) last Friday. Before Fully adhered EPDM is on! Dwan working hard! Installing the gutters Nearly … Continue reading →

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Noise Safety

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

Noise Safety I decided to go ahead and continue the theme from last week: safety.  This week our focus will be on how to properly address noise safety. Working in the roofing industry, noise is bound to be a problem.  … Continue reading →

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Preventing Slips and Falls as a Roofer

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

Preventing Slips and Falls as a Roofer Falls happen in the roofing business. In fact, slips and falls actually make up the majority of general industry accidents; they are the number one cause of nonfatal injury. It is important to … Continue reading →

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Wood Shakes and Shingles

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

Wooden Shakes and Shingles    Wooden roofs aren’t for everyone. They’re not the cheapest, or the most reasonable regarding safety, however they are very attractive! Wooden shakes and shingles offer a rustic and natural look with a lot of character. … Continue reading →

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Choosing Your Roofing Contractor

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

Choosing Your Roofing Contractor When your roof starts leaking and you realize you need a roof repair quick, choosing a roofer may seem like a daunting task. Luckily, I’ll give you all the tips you need to pick a quality … Continue reading →

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How to Clean and Maintain Your Metal Roof

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

How to Clean and Maintain Your Metal Roof Since reading the blog last week, I know many of y’all now are interested in replacing your old worn out shingles with a metal roof. When you do, hopefully after reading this … Continue reading →

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The Pros and Cons of Metal Roofs

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

The Pros and Cons of Metal Roofs Living in Texas means that your home and roof will be under constant stress from the weather. Whether it be the scorching heat, or the tornado-like winds, your roof needs to be able … Continue reading →

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Roof Leak Water Testing

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

Roof Leak Water Testing Leaky roofs cause Americans grief every year. Damage ranges from stains on the ceiling, to electrical outages, to structural collapse of the roof. When a roof leak is noticed, it is best to test where the … Continue reading →

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Fireworks and Your Roof (From 7/4/2011)

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

Fireworks and Your Roof This past weekend was Independence Day. With the 4th of July, comes fireworks. Despite burn bans here in the Brazos Valley, plenty of places throughout Texas were legally able to shoot off fireworks. With fireworks comes … Continue reading →

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