Roofing Archives - Viking Roofing

Trees can damage your roof in many ways, leading to structural issues and putting your home at risk

Tree Damage to a Roof

Only a professional roofer should install underlayment

What Is Roof Underlayment?

The L-shaped drip edge is the most common design

What Is the Drip Edge On a Roof?

Raised design allows improved airflow when used with ridge vents

High Profile Ridge Cap vs Regular Ridge Cap: What’s the Difference?

Regular Ridge Cap Shingles keeps rain and melting snow from entering the roof seam

What Is A Ridge Cap?

The most popular type of composition roof for residential homes.

What Is A Composition Roof?

Minor vent leaks can sometimes be repaired

How to Fix a Leaking Roof Vent

Measuring Roof Pitch from the Top of the Roof Using a Builder’s Square

How Do You Figure Out The Pitch of A Roof?

They create strength and structural stability for the roof system.

What Are Deck Flutes And What Do They Do?

Taking measurements by getting on the roof is the most accurate and most difficult method of calculating square footage.

How to Measure Roof Specs for Your Next Roofing Project