Basic Terminology We provide expert guidance and take pride in being accessible to our clients and customers in our own local community. Here are some frequently used terms that identify components of your roof and types of roofing. Built-up Roof A low-slope (or flat-seeming) roof covered with alternating layers of roofing felt and hot-mapped asphalt and [...] Continue Reading
Metal Roof Restoration We highly recommend New Ruf! They have made our 33-year-old metal roof look brand new. From beginning to end, Mike Winot-Owner and Chris Bearden-Production Mgr. have walked side by side with us through the process of having our metal roof/gutters/downspouts cleaned, roof screws tightened or replaced and everything painted with DTM (direct to metal) high-quality […]
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San Gabriel Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Associates We used NewRüf Roofing and Restoration on our recent construction project. Our roof needed to be replaced as a result of wind and hail damage. There were also siding, painting, and interior water damage issues that needed to be addressed. We filed a claim with our insurance carrier and NewRüf was there to help us […]
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Is Waiving or Absorbing a Deductible Unethical Waiving or absorbing deductibles is a practice that some roofing companies use to keep costs down for homeowners to help them save money for roofing projects. Essentially, waiving/absorbing a deductible involves a roofing company inflating the cost of a roof repair job so that the insurance company ends up slightly overpaying for the project. Then, […]
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Price vs Quality When it comes to paying for any job, most people would like to get the lowest price possible. Roofing is no exception, and many homeowners who need to have their roof repaired or replaced simply seek to hire contractors or roofing companies who offer the lowest rates. The problem with cheap While going with the […]
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The Source of Most Roofing Repairs There are many different things that can cause damage to a roof. For example, hail, wind, direct sunlight, squirrels, etc., can all cause significant harm to a roof. As the years pass, more and more damage can accumulate to the roof, causing a need for a repair. However, even though many different natural events can […]
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Why San Marcos Roofers Recommend Routine Roof Maintenance Routine roof maintenance is not something most homeowners or property managers really think about. Yet, it is essential to preventing costly repairs and key to extending the lifespan of the roof beyond manufacturer warranty specs. Roof maintenance is easy to do and takes relatively little time if you're a trained professional or working with a [...] Continue Reading
Why Metal Roofing is the Best Choice for Cedar Park As Central Texas continues to see population growth, many homeowners are realizing their dreams in areas like Cedar Park, TX. Many new home developments and communities have been springing up in the area, all with premium roof systems. This is because homeowners and property developers realize that buyers and sellers value roofing systems that guarantee [...] Continue Reading
Round Rock Roofer Explains Warranties It is a common misconception that all roof warranties are equal when it comes to the price of a roof. That is because warranty conditions are not really communicated or even understand by many homeowners. Not only are there different warranty types, there are different warranty terms and lengths, depending on the materials, location, and [...] Continue Reading
Austin Roofer Pricing Explained Austin area homeowners and property managers often do not understand how roof pricing is determined by their roofer. There are many factors that go into determining the price of a roof and when these factors are properly understood, homeowners and property managers can make better informed decisions on which Austin roofer they should choose. Every [...] Continue Reading