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3 Major Types of Asphalt Roofing Shingles

3 Major Types of Asphalt Roofing Shingles

Asphalt roof shingles are the most popular roofing material used on homes across North America. There are three major categories of asphalt roofing shingle products available today - strip shingles, dimensional shingles, and luxury shingles. It is important to understand the differences between each type of roofing shingle in order to pick the right product for your home. Strip Shingles - Rectangular shingles, the most prevalent size being 12 inches wide by 36 inches long. Strip shingles m...

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How Hail Affects Shingle Roofs

How Hail Affects Shingle Roofs

Typically hail damage can be seen on shingles as indentations or fractures on the shingle's surface. Sometimes it's not as obvious and goes unnoticed, causing premature aging of your shingles. There are multiple things hail can do to damage your shingles: Granule Loss - The granules on your shingle's surface are an integral part of the shingle and the shingles first line of defense. When you lose these granules the asphalt surfacing becomes exposed to the elements, causing premature aging.Cr...

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Northwest Indiana Hail Damage Repair

Northwest Indiana Hail Damage Repair

Northwest Indiana has seen quite a few severe storms with hail within the past month. We get calls often from home and business owners asking us to inspect, repair or replace roofing materials that have been damaged by a storm. While we can't battle with your insurance company on how much they will pay you for the damage, we can provide you with a free estimate to perform the repairs. Below is some recommendations we have for you when speaking with your insurance company: Check your insuran...

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Northwest Indiana Commercial Roof Repair

Northwest Indiana Commercial Roof Repair

Even the best commercial roofing materials available can fail if they’re not properly installed and maintained. If your commercial roof has a leak call Indiana Roofing Company for a free, no-obligation repair estimate. Repairing a roof leak may be as simple as troweling roofing cement over old, cracked flashing, or as involved as replacing a large area of wind-torn shingles. Our expert commercial roofing crews are ready to respond at a moment’s notice to any type of roof repair, leak repai...

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Northwest Indiana Spring Roof Maintenance Tips

Northwest Indiana Spring Roof Maintenance Tips

Snow, ice, and wind can take a toll on your Northwest Indiana roof. As the weather warms up you should inspect your roof for damage. Finding roofing issues early allows you to maintain the integrity of your roof and prevent major roof problems down the line. You should first inspect and repair any problems with your gutters. Remove any debris from your gutters using your hands or a trowel. Clip or trim any tree branches away from the roof. Next, check for water damage. Look at the ceiling thr...

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Spring Has Finally Arrived - How Does Your Roof Look?

Spring Has Finally Arrived – How Does Your Roof Look?

Now that spring is here have you taken a look at your Northwest Indiana roof lately? Indiana winters are notoriously harsh on our roofs and it's always a good idea to have a roof inspection. Our experienced roofing professionals have expertise in installing, maintaining and repairing flat roofs throughout Northwest Indiana. When it comes to flat roofs, it’s important to catch leaks early. If a leak has formed, the area around it can get damaged, and that portion of the roof will have to be repl...

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Happy Saint Patrick's Day

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day

The team at Indiana Roofing Company would like to wish you a Happy Saint Patrick's Day. Did you know Saint Patrick's Day is celebrated in more countries than any other national festival? Enjoy your corned beef and cabbage responsibly :) Looking for Residential, Commercial or Industrial Roofing services? Contact us today for a free, no-obligation quote.

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Northwest Indiana's Best Flat Roof Team

Northwest Indiana’s Best Flat Roof Team

Our crews have been hard at work in this cold weather installing and repairing flat roof's throughout Northwest Indiana. Above is a picture of our hard working, talented flat roofing team. The weather is warming up and spring storms will be here soon. Is your flat roof ready? Indiana Roofing Company has been serving Commercial, Industrial and Residential customers throughout Northwest Indiana for over 25 years. We pride ourselves on attention to detail and an “above and beyond” approach to ...

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