QUESTION: VINYL SIDING VS ALUMINUM SIDING ANSWER: When it comes to installing or replacing siding, most homeowners must consider the decision of vinyl siding versus aluminum siding. These days, more and more people choose vinyl siding. In fact, some estimates say that vinyl siding now makes up over 80% of siding installed. Here are a…
A common question we get from customers is can we just install the new roof over the existing one. The thought is that it will save time and money for the customer. However, it’s not recommend to install materials over shingles. Doing so does not allow for a proper inspection of the wood deck to…
Proper roofing ventilation will save you money in the long run. Minimizing heat in your attic space will reduce the amount of cooling you will have to do during the summer months and reduce moisture in the winter. A good roofing ventilation system will provide an equal amount of air in and out. In addition…
Here are two before and after projects that Hodges Roofing Winston Salem recently completed. The first roofing job was to reroof this nice house. Special attention to getting it right around the dormers. The second job was to re-roof and recover the sides with vinyl siding.
Most of us know what an asphalt shingle roof is. It is an asphalt steep slope residential and commercial roof covering. You see them on most homes and on many commercial buildings. They have always been popular because they are cost effective, perform well, and they last 20 plus years. Because of these reasons they…
Many people don’t realize how harsh of an environment the surface of a roof can be. In the heat of summer, temperatures can climb up to 150° or more. Some materials, such as slate, can actually become too hot to even touch. Likewise, in the brutally cold winter, a roof surface temperature can drop below…
Want to see what your home will look like with different color, style and siding choices? Check out ColorView by Certain Teed. Just Click Here and start planning. Once you have selected what you want, give the professionals at Hodges Roofing a call. We can further assist with selection, show you samples, and give you a…
Let’s take a look at a couple of most common problems you may find as you’re inspecting and maintaining your New Jersey gutters. #1. The Problem: Sagging Gutters Over time, the fasteners and brackets holding your gutters against the roof perimeter may begin to pull away—or even break off—so gutters begin to sag. In addition…
When you are looking for quality Winston Salem, NC roofing and siding building materials, CertainTeed is an excellent choice. Their brand has developed a reputation for producing top-notch materials that stand up to the constant assault of the elements. CertainTeed Corporation is a leading North American manufacturer of building materials including roofing, vinyl and fiber…
Happy 4th of July from Hodges Roofing and Construction. We hope you have a Happy and Safe 4th of July weekend! If you get bottle rockets in your gutters and on your roof, be sure to remove them before they create problems for your water drainage and gutter systems. If you need help, give us…