Did you know that the average 30 year shingle is being replaced every 8-12 years? How crazy does that sound? As a homeowner, my first thought would be, “But I paid for a 30 year shingle. Shouldn’t my roof last at least 30 years?” The Number One cause of premature roof failure is improper installation. […]
Continue readingSince 1999, Brian Dawson Roofing & Construction has assisted thousands of homeowners in the St. Louis area. Locally owned and operated, you can rest easy knowing we will be here from the start of the job to the finish and beyond. When the “Storm Chasers” have left town, we will still be here ready to answer […]
Continue readingWhen Is The Weather Too Cold Too Roof? Contrary to popular opinion, there is no right or wrong answer here, just common sense. Asphalt shingles can become brittle when the temperatures drop making installation more challenging. Brian Dawson Roofing’s best roofing practice says, “Asphalt shingles will only be installed when the outside temperatures are expected […]
Continue readingEmergency Restoration Services Spring Storm Season – those few months that fall between April 1st and July 31st that keep us on our toes, our eyes glued to the weather station. It seems like every year Mother Nature surprises us with her hellish devastating fury dropping damaging hail, flash floods, strong winds, and destructive tornadoes. […]
Continue readingIt happens more and more these days – You wake up in the morning and step outside to get the newspaper and find several tabs of shingles lying in your front yard. The wind storm last night was just too much for your roof to bear. When you look up at your roof, you see […]
Continue readingCurling is generally a moisture-related problem. The shingle absorbs moisture, either during the manufacturing process, or because of poor ventilation in the attic space of the home. If the curling is not severe, the problem can be solved by tabbing down the shingles. This can be done as a DIY project or if you would prefer […]
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