KEEP YOUR HOME’S VALUE IN TACT WITH A PROTECTED OUTDOOR DECK

 KEEP YOUR HOME’S VALUE IN TACT 

WITH A PROTECTED OUTDOOR DECK 

        With summer well on its way, decks are a popular hang-out spot in any home. Coating your deck will protect the value of your home, and keep the fun of summer lasting well past Labor Day. 

   

     The first step in coating your deck is to replace any boards with severe warping/cupping, cracking, and/or splintering. This step is very important in maintaining the value of your home. The next step is to pour the deck coating into a paint tray and work a roller into the tray until it is properly covered in coating, We recommend using a 3/4 in roller cover). Roll the coating onto the boards, then immediately use a smaller brush to brush back the section. This keeps away puddled coating and also keeps the surface even and smooth. Next, reload the coating and continue on until the deck is complete.

        A coated deck will keep the value of your home in tact, while simultaneously allowing you and your family to have a great time outside all year long and as weather permits. If the thought of coating your own deck seems too overwhelming, or you simply don’t have the time, then call Jordan Roof Company in Orange, CA. 

Jordan Roof Company specializes in deck coating and deck repairs. In addition they of course repair and install roofs. They have been serving Orange and Los Angeles counties for over 30-years. They offer a warranty on all work. 

    They also will provide you with a free estimate and work round the clock 24/7 in cases of emergencies. Call Jordan Roof today for your free estimate, toll-free @ 888-858-6577 or visit their website @ www.jordanroof.com. 

Types and Cost of Roofing Material

When it comes time to choosing a new roof, some key considerations are the type of material, style, color and of course, cost. There are many different types of roofing materials available now, including a lot of roofing materials that have a variety of green attributes, such as being ENERGY STAR rated or containing recycled content. 

Here is a list of the most popular roofing materials, including key factors like cost, life span and level of sustainability so you can choose the right roof for your new home: 

Asphalt shingles: Over 75% of American roofs have asphalt shingles due to low cost, ease of installation, and resiliency. Unfortunately, asphalt shingles have a low insulative value and a shorter lifespan than many other roofing materials available today. They are also made from petroleum products and are not usually recyclable because of the layer of fiberglass added to the shingles. Standard asphalt shingles come in a variety of colors, longevity options, and price points and are always going to be your cheapest option for your roof, but they have the worst environmental track record. 

House Style: Can be used for any architectural style.
Cost: $50 to $150 per square (10 x 10 area = 100 square feet = 1 square) 
Life Span: 15 to 30 years 
Green Factor: Least-green roofing option.

Wood shingles and shakes: Wood shingles and shakes can be purchased in cedar, redwood, southern pine and other woods, cedar being the most costly. Wood shingles are cut by machine, while wood shakes are handmade and have a rougher look. Since most wood shingles and shakes only have Class C fire ratings or no ratings at all, be sure to check your local building codes before deciding on this type of roofing. You can purchase Class A wood shingles with fire-resistant treatment for an additional cost. 

House Style: Ranch, cottage, bungalows, cottage, historic and contemporary
Cost: $100 to $165 per square (10 x 10 area = 100 square feet = 1 square)
Life Span: 30 to 50 years 
Green Factor: A natural product, but very high maintenance, poor fire rating and they tend to rot, split and mold.

A great alternative to wood shingles and shakes are recycled synthetic shingles, which are made from plastic or rubber, mixed with recycled wood and are shaped to mimic wood shakes. They are lightweight, UV-resistant, fire-resistant, and long lasting. Some are comparable in lifespan to 50-year asphalt shingles. Though they generally cannot be recycled, due to their inseparable mixture of biological and plastic content, recycled synthetic shingles are still a greener material than real cedar shakes. 

Clay & Concrete Tiles: Clay tiles are very heavy, requiring additional roof framing, but they are non-combustible and extremely durable. Clay roofing tiles can come in lighter colors, which adhere to the cool roof standards and can reflect well over 50% of the sun's solar energy. Concrete roofing tiles offer elegant, enduring aesthetics for your home's design and added value. Concrete tiles are very versatile and provide greater protection to the homeowner. These flexible tiles come in so many different hues, shapes, textures and styles that they don't even look like tiles at all. Shingle, shake and slate are just some of the varieties of tile. 

House Style: Mediterranean, European, Mission and some contemporary or ranch-style homes.
Cost: $300 to $600 per square (10 x 10 area = 100 square feet = 1 square)
Life Span: 50 plus years
Green Factor: If a local source is available, clay tiles are definitely one of the greenest roofing choices. Concrete is highly energy-efficient and can be made from a sustainable mixture.

Slate: Slate has a beautiful, distinctive appearance. Although very heavy, a slate roof is non-leaching and will last for hundreds of years. It is easy to repair and recycle. Because slate is often a dark color it isn't recommended for high-heat locations. 

House Style: Colonial, French, and Chateau
Cost: $550 to $1000 per square (10 x 10 area = 100 square feet = 1 square)
Life Span: 50 to 100 years
Green Factor: Excellent sustainable roofing choice. Quarrying and splitting slate tile has little environmental impact compared to the production of other roofing products. 

Metal (steel, aluminum, tile and copper): Metal roofs are some of the coolest roofs around, both in temperature and style for new homes. Metal roofs are available in copper, aluminum, and stainless steel, and often have a high percentage of recycled content. They offer high insulation solar reflectance, and durability, often lasting twice as long as wood or asphalt. Metal shingles typically simulate traditional roof coverings, such as wood shakes, shingles, slate and tile. Aside from its longevity, metal shingles are much lighter than most materials and very resistance to adverse weather. 

House Style: Bungalow, ranch, contemporary, cottage
Cost: S starts around $100 per square (10 x 10 area = 100 square feet = 1 square) but can run up to $600 for coated steels and copper.
Life Span: At least 50 years
Green Factor: Very green because they are highly energy-efficient and environmentally friendly.

Fiber Cement: Fiber-cement composite tile is composed of concrete, clay, and wood fiber. This mixture is both durable and fireproof and often shaped to look like shakes. Fiber-cement tiles are not as heavy as regular concrete tiles so they don't need extra-heavy roof structures. Fiber cement is available in a variety of textures and colors and is very durable — as long as you don't step on them or live in very cold climates because they can crack. 

House Style: Works with any architectural style
Cost: $500 per square (10 x 10 area = 100 square feet = 1 square)
Life Span: 20 to 30 years
Green Factor: Can be recycled, are non-leaching and make a good base for water collection.

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Roofing Tips

 Plastic Sheeting

·        This is the most temporary measure.  Take heavy plastic sheets – a brand name is Visqueen – and use roofing nails to fasten them around the hole.

·        If you can find 2 by 4’s, square off the hole with the wood first.  Then wrap the plastic around the wood and nail down the wood. 

·        If you can’t get wood or nails, use bricks, cement blocks or sandbags to hold down the plastic.

                                                                                                      Spotting Roof Problems

Ø     Resist the urge to get up on a ladder to take a closer look at your damaged roof.  Leave that to a professional. 

 

                                                                                                              From the Ground

Ø     If you need a closer look, use binoculars.  Look for torn or missing shingles and problems in the valleys – where two sloping sections join at an angle.  Because water flows heavily in the valleys, they are especially vulnerable.

 

                                                                                                                A Closer Look

Ø     If you can’t see from a distance, wear non-slip, rubber-soled shoes and use a firmly braced or tied-off ladder equipped with rubber safety feet.

                                                                                 

                                                                                 Don’t Walk on the Roof

·        You could dislodge the protective surface granules, diminishing waterproofing effectiveness.  You also could fall off or through a weak, damaged roof.

·        If you find large accumulations of shingle surface granules in the gutters, it doesn’t necessarily mean the roof needs to be replaced.  A contractor should inspect the roof, however.

·        Tile roofs should be checked for cracked, missing or loose pieces of roofing material.  For asphalt or wood-shingle roofs, look for protruding nails.

·        On flat roofs, look for bare spots in the gravel surface and check for standing water.

·        Take a close look at the flashing on chimneys, vents, skylights, wall/roof junctions and other areas where the integrity of the roof may be compromised.

• Check television antennas and other add-ons to see if there are leaks that are a result of improper sealing of openings made in the roof.

Tips by Roof Repairs