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Owens Corning Duration Designer Shingles – one of several popular types of roofing shingles

6 Different Types of Roofing Shingles

When it comes time to replace your roof, whether it’s due to age, wear and tear, or severe storms, you might want to consider switching up the type of shingle you employ. What many homeowners are unaware of is that there are countless types, styles, and manufacturers of roofing shingles,

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Corrugated metal roof installation in Jacksonville, FL with bright sky overhead

Can Metal Roofing Be Installed Over Shingles?

Metal roofs offer the type of longevity and durability not often found in home building materials. In the humid and moist climate of Northern Florida, they can prove a far better option than traditional shingle roofs. Unfortunately, many people shy away from investing in a metal roof due to higher

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Owens Corning shingle roof replacement with Desert Tan shingles on Riverside FL home

Recent Job in Historic District of Riverside

A Trusted Roof Upgrade in a Historic Jacksonville Neighborhood Few months ago we replaced a roof on a beautiful home built in the 40’s. Situated in a beautiful neighborhood, Riverside, it gave us incredible river views from the roof! But because it’s in the historic district, we had to apply

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Thumbnail preview of Prime Roofing’s 10-step roof installation infographic

How The Prime Roof Is Made (Infographic)

This roof installation infographic is a visual reference of Prime Roofing’s step-by-step roof replacement process. 1. Preparing the work site Good site prep is key to keeping projects orderly and reducing debris. We set up tarps and use magnets to catch loose nails and shingles. 2. Take down the existing

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Single-family home in Jacksonville, FL with a durable, weather-resistant roof

How Long Does a Roof Last in Florida?

A roof is a long-term investment, which means that careful consideration must be put into choosing one. In the state of Florida, the longevity of a roof is a major factor. One of the major reasons for this is the specific conditions that the roof needs to be able to

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Florida home with a light-colored roof under bright summer sun

How to Keep Your Roof Cool in the Summer

Are some of you already wondering how you’ll deal with those high energy bills this summer? We all know that sunshine in Florida is inevitable, but sweating through your T-shirts at home doesn’t have to be — and it has little to do with your regular A/C. Your roof could

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Asphalt shingle roofing installed on a Florida home with clear blue sky background

How Shingles Are Made

Ever wonder how shingles are made? You know, the things on top of your roof that protect your home.  We all have them, but we certainly don’t think about them much. Roofing shingles come in a variety of materials and have been redesigned and developed over the years. Getting the

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New shingle roof

What You Must Know about Shingle Roof Replacement

Has your Jacksonville, FL, home experienced damage to the shingle roof? Perhaps it has simply been many years since the roof was installed, and it’s time for a replacement. Whatever the case, you’re looking at a full shingle roof replacement, and there are quite a few things you’ll need to

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