Roofing Tips

• Keep snow and ice from building up on your roof. When removing snow and ice

build up, do not use an axe as this could damage your roof (not to mention what

it could do to you). If you do get an ice dam, we recommend using an ordinary

garden hose hooked up to the hot water at your washing machine. Just spray the hot water until you have a couple of 1 inch "valleys" cut into the ice. This allows the backed up water to run off and prevents further backup. "Shingle friendly" ice melts are also a good alternative.

• Check your roof after storms so minor damage does not become a major problem. Check your policy. Most damage resulting from wind is covered by your homeowner’s policy. We are always more than happy to work with your insurance company.

• Be very careful using ladders near power lines.

• Please, please, please make sure that whoever does your roofing work is a qualified roofer. We get many, many phone calls from people who have let "a remodeler" do their roof but find they are still having problems. To be a good roofer you do not have to be a good carpenter, and just because you are a good carpenter does not qualify you to be a good roofer.

• When we have a storm such as the one at the end of February 2010, leaking may occur when otherwise there would be none. A storm like that could be compared to power washing your home for 24 hours. If you have no physical damage, before calling someone to come and make a repair, if possible, wait until we have a "normal" rainstorm to see if the area is still leaking. This way you might be able to save yourself some money on unnecessary repairs.

J & J Roofing & Const., Inc.
Address: 136 Clinton Street
Portland, Maine
Phone: (207) 775-9029
Fax: (207) 775-9029
E-mail: sales@jandjroof.com

Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Affiliations & Certifications:
GAF & Elk Certified Weather Stopper Roofing Contractor
Authorized Brands:
GAF, Elk & CertainTeed

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