Author Archives: Thomas Burke
What Can Happen If I Ignore My Leaky Roof?
- Jun
- 25
- Posted by Thomas Burke
- Posted in Roofing
Ignoring a leaky roof, while difficult in itself, can cause a lot of issues for you and your family in terms of the long term. While a leaky roof is annoying, and you may think that it will just go away, the chances of this happening are actually extremely low, meaning that you will be […]
read moreBenefits of Patching a Rubber Roof
- May
- 22
- Posted by Thomas Burke
- Posted in Roofing, Rubber Roofing
Rubber roofs have really become big in New England specifically, as they are very easy to install, and have a lot of benefits. It is also relatively easy to patch this kind of roof, and therefore, this is one of the main benefits. Let’s take a look at some of the benefits that are involved […]
read moreLeaky Roofs & Water Damage
- May
- 14
- Posted by Thomas Burke
- Posted in Roofing, Uncategorized
On a typical day, especially during the extremely cold winter month, the last thing you probably want to deal with is the water damage that snow and rain create. This can be a real pain due to the stress of time and money, with can be significant and costly for the individual. While finding this […]
read moreShould I Check My Gutter This Spring?
- Apr
- 20
- Posted by Thomas Burke
- Posted in Roofing
The short answer to this is yes. It is always important to check your gutters, as gutters are one of the most important aspects of the home. They can help you in the sense that you will avoid disasters and stay preventative in nature. Let’s take a look at some of the problems that can […]
read more5 Reasons To Get Your Roof Done in Spring
- Apr
- 11
- Posted by Thomas Burke
- Posted in Roofing, Uncategorized
Springtime can be the perfect time to get your new roof. With the warming temperatures and the lesser chance of snow, the spring can be the perfect time to give your home an update. Ice dams that we saw all winter could be a huge pain, but since then, we have seen most of the […]
read moreOur Winter/Spring Roof Maintenance Guide
- Mar
- 27
- Posted by Thomas Burke
- Posted in Uncategorized
Spring maintenance can be a bit difficult, and with the weather, that has been consistently going on in Massachusetts, and New England in general, we can see that it has been quite the issue. We offer a huge variety of services at Burke Roofs, from Emergency Snow & Ice Dam Removal, to New Roof Installation. […]
read moreHow to Care for a Commercial Roof
- Mar
- 14
- Posted by Thomas Burke
- Posted in Roofing
Getting a Roof Inspection is something that you should be doing yearly, to ensure that your building is up to code. This yearly inspection should be done by a professional, as it is important to make sure that your building is safe for all individuals entering and exiting. This being said, there are actually quite […]
read moreWhat Roofing Material is Most Energy Efficient?
- Feb
- 21
- Posted by Thomas Burke
- Posted in Roofing
In a short response, many materials are relatively energy efficient and many are not as energy efficient. What really matters in terms of energy efficiency is the coating and color of the material and not necessarily the material itself. You could have all white shingles, as well as shingles with a coating on top and […]
read moreHow Can Spring Affect Your Roof?
- Feb
- 12
- Posted by Thomas Burke
- Posted in Roofing
April showers bring May flowers, but did you know that this type of weather can really affect your roof? Roofing is typically very durable, especially during the wintertime. Any type of roofing typically holds up the weight of snow, as well as the winds blowing this snow off the roof, but roofing does have a […]
read moreWhy Should I Install A Flat Roof?
- Jan
- 24
- Posted by Thomas Burke
- Posted in Roofing
Flat Roofs can be generally beneficial to your home, especially if a there is a natural disaster in your area. If you are in need of a roof as soon as possible, a flat roof may be the best option for you, and ultimately lead to you never looking back from a great decision. Flat […]
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