Asphalt shingles are a beautiful, durable roofing option. However, even high-quality materials can suffer damage from turbulent storms, heavy impact, poor ventilation, or old age. Fortunately, by performing regular maintenance checks, you can locate and repair damaged shingles to extend the lifespan of your roof. Use this guide during your next roof inspection to identify…
Category: Roofing
What Every Homeowner Needs to Know About Roof Replacement
Your roof fulfills an important job—it shields your home from the damaging effects of rain, wind, snow, and ice. So when your roof isn’t performing at its total capacity, it’s time to consider investing in a replacement. Thankfully, getting a new roof doesn’t have to be stressful, but you might still feel overwhelmed about your…
The Ultimate Indiana Summer Roof Maintenance Checklist
Now that snow, ice, and winter hailstorms are behind you, spring and summer are the perfect seasons to perform preventative roof maintenance. Maintaining your roof isn’t time-consuming or complicated, but consistent care can catch problematic issues, like leaks, cracks, or missing shingles that cause costly damage to your home. Plus, annual summer upkeep can save…
Malarkey Shingles Keep Your Roof Cool and Help Reduce Your Utility Bills
Are you spending an unnecessary amount of money on energy bills each month? Is your home always chilly in the winter and too hot in the summer? If so, the culprit may be your aging, outdated roofing system. We understand that you want to keep your home at a comfortable temperature without breaking the bank…
7 Benefits of Installing a New Roof
Is your roof old, deteriorating from storm damage, or even unsafe? If so, you are likely determining whether a roof repair or new roof installation is the best option for your Indianapolis home. We understand that a full roof replacement can be expensive. Like many homeowners, you might be tempted to pay less to patch…
Ask These 8 Questions When Hiring Your Indianapolis Roofing Contractor
If your roof was recently damaged by wind or hail storms, you’re likely searching for a reliable solution for your roof as soon as possible. However, searching for a reputable roofing contractor who you can trust to protect your most significant investment can be a stressful endeavor. We understand that you want to invest in…
How to Spot Water Damage from a Roof Leak
No one wants to discover a roof leak in their home. Roof leaks can cause harmful problems for homeowners, including mold and mildew growth, increased utility bills, and compromised structural integrity. At JD Hostetter, we understand how stressful it can be to discover water damage to your home. Our goal is to equip you with…
Why Asphalt Shingles Are a Great Roofing Shingle for Carmel, IN Homes
Has your roof seen better days? Harsh storms common to the Carmel area can damage your roof over time, leading to frustration about your roof’s appearance and stress about its reliability. If you are ready to be proud of your home again, it’s time to invest in asphalt shingles. Homeowners love that asphalt shingles are…
The Roof Replacement Process from Start to Finish
A reliable roof protects you and your family from the elements and guards your home from water damage. Because of this, you probably don’t think about your roof very often—until something goes wrong. We understand how stressful it can be to navigate a roof replacement on a time crunch. However, it is critical to act…
What to Do After Hail or Storm Damage Impacts Your Home
Storms can be devastating for homeowners who are caught off-guard by hail or storm damage. Unfortunately, storm damage is not uncommon in Indianapolis. In 2019, over 18,000 Indiana properties filed hail loss claims. We understand that your home is one of your most significant investments, and you want to take excellent care of it. Taking…