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As a roofing professional in Iowa, I've witnessed the effects of heat and humidity in an attic in Iowa and how they can impact a roof's structural integrity. The Midwest summer brings sweltering heat and elevated humidity levels, while winter introduces extreme cold. These conditions, when they infiltrate your attic, can spawn a myriad
Here’s the scenario: it’s a normal winter day, typical of Iowa Winters, in the heart of Iowa. It hasn’t snowed for a while, and those blessed and random 40-degree winter days have long since melted off any snow from your roof…but the last few days have just been plain cold. You wake up to
Although we try to avoid the surprise of it with due diligence, one of the biggest changes in scope during a roof replacement job is discovering that the roof deck does not have OSB (Oriented Strand Board). Instead, it features 1x Decking boards original to the house framing. Nowadays (think 1980ish – present), it’s
As a roofing contractor, one of the most common questions I'm asked is, "Does poor ventilation rot the roof?" While many think of shingles or gutters, the real issue often lies in the attic's ventilation. Improperly installed attic ventilation doesn’t provide a solution for heat and moisture. Without proper ventilation, moisture gets caught in
If you hear noises in your roof, there’s a good chance you have a pest problem. As a homeowner, it’s not uncommon to discover one in the spring. Animals begin to recover from hibernation as spring arrives. This means a lot of pest problems begin as the weather warms. And your roof is a
When homeowners approach us, the query often revolves around "How to know what shingle color to choose?" They ask, "What color of shingle is best?" Or "Are lighter or darker-colored shingles better?" I understand their concerns. Since shingles last a long time, it's crucial to be confident in your color choice. So, today, I’m
Whether you opt for JB Roofing & Gutters or another company, I want to provide you with five essential things to consider before getting a new roof. Honesty and integrity are words often thrown around. But they are two words we stand behind at JB Roofing & Gutters. Because we want you to have
Summer is the most popular season to get your roof replaced. Why? Because summer offers consistent clear weather optimal for reroofing your home. Now, if you’re thinking you need a new roof, you probably have a few questions in mind. So, today, I wanted to answer the most common, frequently asked questions about new
With the ongoing fluctuations, you might be asking, "Should I buy a home this year?" The shelter-in-place mandates of last year significantly impacted the previously booming real estate industry. Yet, as restrictions have lifted, suburban real estate sales are seeing an uptick. Now, home prices continued to rise. According to Realtor.com, home prices have
Lower heating bills, milder weather – most homeowners eagerly anticipate spring. But along with the joys, springtime residential roof problems can arise. As you tackle spring cleaning inside, don't forget the outside, especially your roof. We'll guide you on what to watch out for this season. The heavy snow and harsh conditions of winter
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