Monthly Archives: May 2012

What’s in a Roof?: Composite Shingle System

Posted on May 30, 2012 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

  Last week I outlined the components of a Composite Shingle Roof System and their basic functions. Each component comes in several brands and some in different styles from the same brand. Several manufacturers of shingles also carry their own … Continue reading →

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What’s in a Roof?

Posted on May 23, 2012 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

A good roof is more than shingles or tiles, it is a system with several components which work together to protect your home from the elements. Without quality products and proper installation a roof will not be as durable or … Continue reading →

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Get the Green Look: Roofing Options Inspired by HGTV Green Home 2012

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

As the HGTV website says, the Green Home 2012 has an “energy star rated, 5-V crimp sheet steel roof, chosen for its durability, longevity and ability to reflect sunlight.” Durability and longevity are two major advantages of metal roofs over … Continue reading →

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Longhorn Takes a Lesson from Your Local Aggie Roofer

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

While Lone-Star Roof Systems’ crew was installing a new Standing Seam metal roof in Brenham, a longhorn walked up in a neighboring field to admire the work.  Mr. Sickles, the homeowner, was out observing the installation of his new roof … Continue reading →

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HGTV Dream Home 2012: Get the Look!

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

The HGTV 2012 Dream Home rises from the rolling hills outside Park City, Utah as a beautiful piece of architecture while still reflecting the natural beauty of its setting. Formal walled gardens of ornamental grasses and custom corrugated steel accents … Continue reading →

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Extreme Roof Makeover! Get this look!

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

One of the homes in Joplin, MO, which was rebuilt by Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, after a devastating tornado was topped off with Wood Shake-Look Shingles. The shape and coloring of this type of composition shingle is made to resemble … Continue reading →

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