In recent years, residential roofs have received an upgrade in the form of dimensional shingles. A new twist on the traditional, 3-tab asphalt shingle, dimensional shingles (also known as architectural or laminated shingles) have been growing in popularity for a number of years. As more stylish, eye-catching options come to market, they bring with them a bit of confusion as to what an architectural shingle truly is. Over The Top Roofing, as your roofing expert in Milwaukee and Menomonee Falls, is here to clear up the confusion and give you the information you need to make the right choice for your roofing project. [Read more…] about Dimensional Shingles and the Benefits They Offer To Homeowners
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Expert Attic Insulation Services
There are many pieces of the puzzle that must be in place to keep your home comfortable, your roof looking great and operating properly, and your energy footprint low. At the top of the list is attic insulation. In winter, heat escape can increase your costs and waste energy, not to mention melt snow and ice, forming damaging ice dams and other problems. In summer, attic insulation keeps your air conditioned air in your house and increases the efficiency and heat regulation properties of your attic. If you need attic insulation in Menomonee Falls and greater Milwaukee, look no further than Over the Top Roofing & Construction. [Read more…] about Expert Attic Insulation Services
Chimney Repair: Best Left to the Pros
While many Americans achieve the American Dream of homeownership, few are prepared for the frequent repairs and projects that go along with it. With the easy spread of information possible with modern technology, more and more homeowners are choosing the DIY method for many household projects. While DIY is a great way to learn a new skill and gain a sense of personal accomplishment, there are many repair tasks that require years of practice and trial-and-error to achieve the necessary level of competency and safety. At the top of the list – and the top of your home – is chimney repair, a task which is best left to the experts – like the chimney repair experts at Over The Top Roofing, your best bet for chimney repair in the Milwaukee and Menomonee Falls areas. [Read more…] about Chimney Repair: Best Left to the Pros
3 Common Attic Problems that can Harm your Roof and your Pocketbook
Your home’s roof is in disrepair, with buckled, cracked shingles and numerous water leaks. The solution: replace the roof and call it a day, right? Wrong. Many times, there are problems in your attic that need to be addressed as well. If you leave those problems as is, you may not get as many years out of your new roof as you expect. This becomes an even larger problem in the winter when escaping heat melts the snow on your roof and creates ice dams, hazardous icicles and other problems which compromise the structure of your home and severely harm your roofing materials. Over The Top Roofing is your roofing and attic insulation expert in Milwaukee and Menomonee Falls, and we would like to share some information with you about 3 common attic problems and how to solve them. [Read more…] about 3 Common Attic Problems that can Harm your Roof and your Pocketbook
How to Choose a Roofing Contractor
When it’s time for your roof to be replaced, you may feel overwhelmed with the amount of roofing contractors available to take the job. How do you know who is honest and who is going to give you the runaround? Should you go with one of the major companies, or look for a smaller group that can deliver more personal service? Where should you look? Over the Top Roofing has decades of experience in the roofing industry, and we know that homeowners are faced with these questions and more when it comes to roofing contractor choices. While we believe that we are the best roofing choice in the in the Milwaukee and Menomonee Falls area, we can back it up with some factual advice that you can use when choosing your contractor. [Read more…] about How to Choose a Roofing Contractor
The History of Gutters
They blend into the design of your house and you don’t give them a lot of consideration, but your gutters are incredibly important to the overall health of your home. Without them, rainwater would collect near your foundation, eventually infiltrating your basement and causing major damage to your foundation in the process. Over the Top Roofing is your gutter expert in Milwaukee and Menomonee Falls, and we’re here with all the information and experience needed to ensure that your gutters are doing their job. Let’s take a look at the history of gutters as they are a essential part of every home: [Read more…] about The History of Gutters
