Water damage is one of the most common culprits for major repairs in a home. Especially in an environment where rain is so frequent, it’s even more important to take extra precautions to properly maintain your home and inspect it for leaks before you notice one. If a roof leak goes unnoticed, the damage it can cause and the cost of repair can rise exponentially, leading to potential infrastructure and health danger. However, many homeowners only associate roof leaks with

Though you may want to spend your September soaking in the last remaining summer rays, it may be wise to prepare for the upcoming colder days ahead. One of the best ways to keep your home warmer in the fall and winter is to properly insulate your roof space and attic. Both are easy to neglect since they’re often far removed from the rest of your home. However, there are many benefits to insulating your home and also many factors

Bill’s Roofing has been the proud residential roofing specialists in Western Washington for over thirty years, and we’ve seen firsthand how Washington’s trademark rainy atmosphere can take a toll on roofing infrastructure. Our state is located underneath a jetstream which leads to our wet climate! Protecting your roof in the rain is crucial for roof and home health. We’ve compiled a list of tips to help your roof withstand the rain for years to come. Inspect Your Roof Regularly It’s quite easy

Summer is a popular month for roofing repairs and maintenance because of the warmer weather and lack of snow. When you have construction work done on your roof, there’s a great level of trust that occurs between you and the contractor. You are essentially allowing them to make sure that the home you and your family live in is kept secure. However, a startling and disappointing poll from Angie’s List revealed that up to one-third of homeowners had an issue with their

Spring showers are important for growing vegetation and the seasonal emergence of greenery, birds, and animals. But if your drain pipes are clogged with flower petals and other Springtime sludge, those crucial showers can soon turn into floods…inside and around your home. To prevent flooding issues, it’s important to clean your gutters, and while cleaning your gutters, you need to make sure to keep safety in mind. Follow this step-by-step guide on how to clean your rain gutters safely and

With summer approaching, you may be looking to jazz up your home’s appearance and give it a warmer, more classic look. If that’s the case, you may be interested in learning more about a popular style of roofing known as cedar shakes. Cedar Shakes can be the perfect addition for your home to add curb appeal. How are Cedar Shakes Made? Traditionally, cedar shakes were created from hand split lumber logs and that is why they evoke such a timeless feel. Today,