ROOFING BLOG

At New Roof Long Island, we have partnered up with some of the more major roofing material companies, to ensure that we beat any and all contractor quotes. For requests that need to be filled specifically, such as specialty roofing shingles, we have exactly what you...

Designer roof shingles can give that popping appearance that your house may need, especially if you are looking to sell or make an additional installation to your roof for any reason. When looking for shingles that will emulate the overall look of wood or slate...

A Roof shingle that shows 3 tabs, or measures 3 feet, is fittingly known as 3-tab roofing shingles. They are normally guaranteed for 20 years and help the roof to have a smooth, defined look. Depending on the manufacturer, 3-tab roof shingles are often available in...

When it comes to slate roofing, our company gets the job done the right way. We are well aware that all of our customers and clients are looking for experience, convenience and efficiency, which is what we boast the most, next to our appropriate skills to complete...

Wood shakes and wood shingles are manufactured from cedar, cypress, pine and redwood trees. Shakes are split from logs and reshaped by manufacturers for use on homes. They are thicker at the butt end than shingles; generally one or both surfaces are split to obtain a...

Getting to the bottom of a commercial roof leak can be frustrating, but there's a few precautions that can be followed to keep a roof sturdy - and an interior dry. Thankfully, we've compiled some excellent tips regarding resolving common roof problems for commercial...

Before you hire a roofing contractor either for an installation or repair of your roof, there are some questions you should be asking. If the person does a shoddy job, it can mean the roof will leak, get damaged and lead to expensive repairs in the future. It’s best...

If you are contemplating on getting a new roof installed or are repairing/restoring an old one, the investment can be significant. This makes it important for you to choose a roofing contractor who will be able to meet your requirements and work within your budget...

If you feel that a few twigs and leave in your gutters will do no harm, think again. Cleaning your roof gutters becomes a very important and part of preventing major & expensive repairs. The gutters on your roof perform one very important function- the control the...

The purpose of a gutter &  leader (downspout) system is to collect the rainwater from your roof & direct it far away from the foundation of your house ,via leader extensions & splash blocks, or even underground drain lines. A gutter & leader system...