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Why You Shouldn’t Wait For Residential Roof Repair On Your Milwaukee Home

March 2, 2022 by Over the Top Roof

A damaged roof not only puts the rest of your home at risk for additional damages and expensive repairs, but it’s also a safety hazard. It’s especially important to get ahead of residential roof repairs on your Milwaukee home due to extreme winter weather. The last thing you want is to find out you have a leak during a snow or ice storm. Not only will winter conditions make roof repairs more difficult, but they can also make small problems escalate quickly. This will rack up your repair bill and potentially even cause more permanent damage to the rest of your home. To make sure this doesn’t happen, reach out to a dependable Milwaukee roofing company to perform an inspection and make sure everything is in working order before the temperatures drop.

Residential Roof Repairs to Get Ahead Of

Just because you haven’t noticed any obvious signs that you’re in need of residential roof repair services doesn’t mean damages don’t exist. You can perform inspections yourself on the interior and exterior of your home, but if you want to be sure, turning to the experts is safest. Keep an eye out for the following key indicators of the following most popular roof issues for signs that you have a repair you need to get ahead of. 

Shingle Repairs

Missing or damaged shingles need to be replaced immediately. If you notice any of the following signs, your shingles are no longer providing adequate protection to your home:

  • Buckling. When a shingle buckles it has a concaved, wavy appearance. Buckled shingles can easily be torn off if winds are high enough. Buckling usually is the result of aging or poor installation. If you can see that any of your shingles are buckling from the ground, have a residential roof repair company take a look to confirm.
  • Bare spots or missing granules. Shingles that look bare compared to others likely have missing granules. Granules can be washed away over time due to poorly designed drainage systems. 
  • Missing shingles. The absence of shingles compromises the entire structure of your roof. Missing shingles can allow water to enter your attic and weaken your roof. 
  • Curling shingles. Shingles can curl from overheating or old age. If these don’t get replaced they often become rigid causing them to eventually break.

Roof Leaks

Even if you haven’t noticed dripping or puddles of water within your home, that doesn’t necessarily mean you don’t have a leak. Minor leaks can slowly drip and cause damages over time. This is why an annual roof inspection is wise, as you can’t always see issues just by looking up. One sign you may not have thought to look for is stains on your ceiling. If you notice even the smallest stain, it’s possible there is a leak and your roof needs a closer look. 

Flashing Damage

Roof flashing can appear to be sturdier than shingles or tiles because it’s made out of metal. Though it is designed to be strong, it can show signs of wear and accrue damages over time. Acid rain, wind, hail, severe heat, and heavy snow can all have a negative impact on roof flashing. Indicators of damage include:

  • Small holes.
  • Rust or corrosion.
  • Internal leaks near windows, fireplaces, skylights, or in your attic.
  • Missing pieces.
  • Cracks, dents, or bends.
  • Mold or staining.

Excessive Mold

If you have noticed a musty smell or blotchy stains in your attic you may be dealing with a mold infestation. This could be the sign of a damaged roof or an excess of water due to a blockage. Ice dams, poor insulation, and damaged roofing may cause moisture to seep into your roof and cause root rot and mold growth. Residential roof repair experts have the experience to be able to assess the signs and locate the source causing the mold. If you see any signs or smell something that could be mold, contact a roofing company right away.

Why Not Wait on Residential Roof Repair?

It may be tempting to put off roof repairs because you don’t want to make the expense or think you have enough time before winter comes. However, the longer you wait on repairs, the worse it could get. What may have started as a quick fix could turn into an entire slew of issues that could even surpass the opportunity for repair. 

Over The Top Roofing can help with any and all residential roof repair in Milwaukee you need. Give us a call today to set up an inspection or inquire about services!

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Roof Repairs- Fast!

December 5, 2019 by Over the Top Roof

Before Mr. and Mrs. Wester contacted us, our competition turned their project down. They needed their roof fixed fast. Other companies did not want to work under pressure. Likewise, the responsibility of roofing a home that would be resold soon is a daunting task. But, unlike our competition, we were up for the challenge.

The Westers needed their roof repaired in order to sell their house. The timing was critical. So, we provided a full roof inspection to see what we were working with. The roof was overdue for an update and was actively leaking. From there, we documented problem areas and provided an accurate proposal. 

Our Plan of Action 

We determined that a roof replacement was best due to the years of damage. A new roof adds value to a home, making it easier to sell. Additionally, it provides peace of mind to the buyer knowing that their roof is safe and stable. 

Getting to work

After a week of deciding our plan of action, our construction team got to work. A trained roofing crew of 10 came out to the property. They protected the home, tore off the old and damaged roof and installed a new one. The Westers are wise and chose the Owens Corning Duration Roof System. This roofing material protects the system from the elements and seals out moisture. Unlike other roofing brands, it also allows for the shingles to breathe, which prevents attic mold. 

Results  – Fast! 

Going into this project, we expected to finish within two days. However, we completed the job within only one day. Within that day, we replaced their roof and also installed a chimney flue cap free of charge. 

In the end, Mr. and Mrs. Wester were pleased. They can now sell their home, worry-free. 

Contact Over the Top Roofing and Construction 

Let us create a plan of action to solve your roofing and construction problems. Please contact us online, or give us a call at 414-531-ROOF for your free project quote and comprehensive needs analysis. 

 

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4 Known Benefits of a Stainless Steel Chimney Liners

February 15, 2018 by Over the Top Roof

You love your chimney: After all, how else is Santa going to get into your home to shower you with the presents you’ve dreamed of getting?

As great as a chimney is, however, it can also be your worst nightmare if it’s not safely maintained. And that’s why you need a stainless steel chimney liner.

Since the early 1900s, officials have recommended installing flue lining, and the majority of fire codes mandate them now. Why? Because they essentially keep your chimney from having a shorter lifespan, and they also keep you from having a shorter lifespan, too.

Here’s a rundown of the four known benefits of a chimney liner—particularly one made from stainless steel.

exterior image of roof and chimney

1. Protect Yourself with a Stainless Steel Chimney Liner

You care about your loved ones, so why not take extra steps to make sure that they are safe for many Christmases to come? Here’s why:

  • Stainless steel liners help to prevent the missing mortar or cracked tiles often found in chimneys that lack a liner or have a liner made from clay tile. The lack of mortar or broken tiles may be allowing noxious smoke and gases to enter your attic and living space.
  • You can fit insulation around your liner to keep creosote from building up, which may lead to a chimney fire.
  • The insulation decreases frigid downdrafts inside your chimney when you’re not using your fireplace. In that way, you can still stay warm even when your fireplace isn’t being used.

2. Protect Your Chimney

Stainless steel will also keep your chimney from being damaged by combustion products that are corrosive. With stainless steel liners, carbon dioxide, water, creosote, and smoke leave the chimney without touching the chimney’s masonry. That means fewer repair issues for owners down the road.

Also, what’s so great about a stainless steel chimney liner is that it is resistant to corrosion, so it will hold up for a long time without having leaking issues.

3. Save Your Energy

Another major perk of stainless steel liners? You can save all of your energy for building a fire instead of installing and maintaining your chimney liner.

Round stainless steel liners are easy to install compared with other liner types, and they are also far simpler to clean with a chimney sweep since you don’t have to worry about square corners that can catch creosote deposits. As a result, steel liners are relatively cheaper to keep up, which, again, means more money in your wallet.

4. Save Yourself a Headache with Modern Appliances

Wood-burning appliances that are more modern and efficient generally require steel lining. After all, this type of lining vents cooler condensation-producing gases. The condensation that the gases produce may corrode a lining material that isn’t stainless steel.

So, save yourself the trouble by choosing steel lining from the start. You’ll be glad you did in the years ahead.

How We Can Help

We offer a wide range of reliable and affordable services for repairing and maintaining chimneys.

Get in touch with us to learn more about our masonry, flashing, restoration, and other chimney services so that you can continue to enjoy your chimney for many future winter seasons.

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Chimney Repair: Best Left to the Pros

June 22, 2017 by Over the Top Roof

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.

Chimney repair work is especially susceptible to the problem of DIY overconfidence. Countless articles exist online about repointing brickwork, filling splits or cracks, or even replacing spalled brick. As chimneys are often in need of some work, many look to these articles when contemplating how to fix their masonry chimneys. While these might seem like helpful resources, in the long run, they can cost you more in time and money than contracting with the masonry experts at Over The Top Roofing.

Mortar is of utmost importance in chimney repair and masonry work, and many DIY articles online don’t emphasize this importance to the extent that it deserves. Mortar that is too soft, or too hard, can result in damage to the brick and can compromise the structural integrity of the chimney, leading to a dangerous condition.

If the mortar is mixed so that it is stronger than the surrounding brick, temperature changes actually cause the mortar to squeeze, and thus damage, the brick. This causes the bricks to spall. Spalled bricks cannot be repaired, and must be replaced before further damage accrues. If incorrect mortar mixture is the cause of the spalling, the mortar must also be replaced to prevent further damage.

Mortar that is too soft, on the other hand, quickly deteriorates and requires premature replacement or repair. If it deteriorates faster than surrounding mortar, this can create instability in the masonry, and if left unchecked can even cause collapse.

It’s important to seek an expert for your chimney project, not only because the work itself requires years of experience, but because of the danger inherent in working on a roof. Our team of roofing and masonry experts has seen and done it all when it comes to chimney repair. We’re available to get your job done right and avoid the dangerous and costly mistakes that can occur due to DIY overconfidence.

Have complete confidence in Over the Top Roofing as your chimney repair contractor!

In need of chimney repair on your home? We’re ready to give you a FREE consultation and estimate today. Call us at 414-531-ROOF, or visit our website to Contact Us today!

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3 Common Attic Problems that can Harm your Roof and your Pocketbook

June 9, 2017 by Over the Top Roof

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.

Problem #1: Inadequate Air Sealing

In our climate, where we experience all extremes that Mother Nature can dish out, sealing gaps in your attic is of critical importance. In the winter, warm air inside the home will be pulled towards the cooler air outside, resulting in lost efficiency and increased costs as the heating system compensates for continuous heat loss through the attic. In the summer, air leaks let warm, humid air into the attic, leading to moisture problems, damaging insulation and increasing cooling costs.

Over The Top’s experts are skilled in sealing up attic spaces. We’ll eliminate the tiny gaps around windows, chimney flashing, and other utility components, and ensure that air leakage is stopped while allowing for normal, healthy airflow.

Problem #2: Inadequate or Poorly-Installed Insulation

Well-insulated attics are energy efficient and promote comfort throughout the home. Uninsulated walls or ceilings let heat and moisture move through building materials, resulting in heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer and reducing your comfort. This inefficiency is compounded by the increased costs of requiring heating and cooling equipment to run longer to maintain temperature.

If the attic space is uninsulated or under-insulated, or if the insulation that’s in place is old, compacted, or extremely dirty, your attic is probably not sufficiently energy efficient. Over The Top offers expert insulation services for your home, bringing true efficiency to your attic space.

Problem #3: Inadequate Venting

While inadequate air sealing must be addressed to prevent unwanted air infiltration, your attic still needs to “breath” properly, and controlled airflow is a requirement to prevent excess moisture buildup and problems like ice dams, which can damage your roofing materials and result in serious problems like mold and mildew.

Attic venting requirements vary from home to home, and it requires skill and experience to properly vent an attic for our unique climate. The experts at Over The Top Roofing deliver exceptional skill in terms of attic venting, ensuring that your roofing job is ready for decades of service, and that your attic efficiency is maximized.

Have complete confidence in Over the Top Roofing as your roofing contractor!

Interested in a new roof, attic insulation or sealing, or attic venting for your home? We’re ready to give you a FREE consultation and estimate today. Call us at 414-531-ROOF, or visit our website to Contact Us today!

 

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How to Choose a Roofing Contractor

May 25, 2017 by Over the Top Roof

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.

Make sure you’re dealing with a reputable contractor.

Your choice of contractor should depend heavily on their reputation. First of all, only deal with bonded and insured contractors. If a contractor lacks license bonding and insurance, it’s a good indication that either their credit is bad, or there are issues with how they do business. Over the Top Roofing is fully bonded and insured.

Second, look for certifications, accreditations and testimonials. Over the Top has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, we’re a recipient of the Angie’s List Super Service Award, and we’re long-standing members of the National Roofing Contractor’s Association, NARI, and Metropolitan Builders Association. In addition, we have tons of testimonials from happy customers available on our website.

Once you’ve made your choice, make sure you receive an accurate and complete estimate, and read your contract carefully before signing.

Less scrupulous roofing contractors may try to skim on the work to save costs, or omit details from the quote or contract to save time and make the job easier. A roofing job can be labor-intensive and dangerous, requiring several workers with years of experience to get it done right. Some contractors will underestimate this need and try to cut corners later on.

Over the Top Roofing will work with you to make sure you get the new roof that you want, and that the work is done exceptionally well. We will give you an itemized estimate, detailing every aspect of the work that will be done, and the price breakdown. Once the estimate is approved, our drafted contract will be easy to read and understand, and will include the details of the estimate as signed. We won’t pull one shingle until we’re sure the contract is completely understood and the full scope of the work is fully agreed upon.

Have complete confidence in Over the Top Roofing as your roofing contractor!

How to Choose a Roofing ContractorInterested in a new roof for your home? We’re ready to give you a FREE consultation and estimate today. Call us at 414-531-ROOF, or visit our website to Contact Us today!

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