Roofing Tips
from the Newman Family
A blog dedicated to helping Central Ohio homeowners take care of their home and their roof.
Highly Experienced Residential Roofing Repair Techs Wanted
Newman Roofing, Central Ohio’s top residential roofing company, is looking for highly qualified residential roofing repair technicians to join our team. This is a year round position with a company who believes in being completely honest with our customers and getting the job done right the first time. Starting wage from $23-$32/hr + health insurance, paid vacation and 401K with 3% contribution.
Your Property, Our Staff & COVID-19
Here at Newman Roofing, nothing is more important than the safety and well being of our customers and staff. As news around the Coronavirus outbreak develops and more information becomes available, we want everyone we might work with to feel safe.
As of March 23rd, we are considered an ‘essential business’ and are fully operational. We will continue to run jobs and provide estimates for the services we offer. This includes roofing repair services, roof replacement/installation jobs and roof inspections. As such, we want to make sure we are being as respectful of your property and personal space as possible.
Highly Experienced Residential Roofing Repair Techs Wanted
Newman Roofing, Central Ohio’s top residential roofing company, is looking for highly qualified residential roofing repair technicians to join our team. This is a year round position with a company who believes in being completely honest with our customers and getting the job done right the first time. Starting wage from $23-$28/hr + health insurance, paid vacation and 401K with 3% contribution.
Newman Roofing Earns Angie’s List Super Service Award For 10th Year In A Row
Newman Roofing, LLC is proud to announce that it has earned the home service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award (SSA). This award honors service professionals who have maintained exceptional service ratings and reviews on Angie’s List in 2018.
Winter’s Coming: Here Are 4 Things You Can Do To Prep Your Roof
Summer’s come and gone and now fall is settling in which can only mean one thing. Winter is coming. In fact, it’s right around the corner and may even hit Central Ohio a little earlier than normal this year. This is the perfect time to wrap up those home improvement projects you started this summer and to make sure your home is ready for winter’s first freeze. Here are 4 steps to take in preparing your roof for this winter’s cold temperatures and bad weather.
Water Spots on Your Ceiling or Interior Walls? Here Are 3 Tips For Minimizing Water Damage After Heavy Rain.
It’s not uncommon to find discoloration or water spots on your ceiling or interior walls after a heavy rain. It’s also not uncommon for the more reputable roofers in your area to become quite busy quite quickly after a storm rolls through town. Here are 3 tips for minimizing water damage in your home until your roofer can get out to assess the situation.
Woody Johnson of 92.3 WCOL Endorses Newman Roofing
If you live in Central Ohio and have listened to the radio in the last 10-15 years, then you’ve probably heard of Woody Johnson, host of 92.3 WCOL’s Woody & The Wake Up Call. The Wakeup Call is an incredibly popular radio show that thousands of listeners tune in to every day during their morning commute. The show features a wide variety of entertainment, from interviews and private concerts with today’s biggest Country music stars to prank calls, contests, and events that spotlight community members and local businesses.
Storm Damage in Grove City Ohio: Beware of Storm Chasers
If you live in Grove City or any of the surrounding areas, you’ve more than likely been visited by someone insisting that your home sustained major hail or wind damage and that your roof can be replaced for free by your insurance company. Unless you were hit by hail that was big enough to damage your car or took on significant damage from high winds and debris, chances are your roof does not need to be replaced and may even be perfectly fine.
Attic Condensation, Ice Dams or Roof Leaks? How To Identify & Fix Winter Leaks
Dealing with attic condensation, ice dams or roof leaks? With any leak, determining the type of leak and its source is vital to finding a solution. In this article from your favorite Central Ohio roofers, we’ll cover how to distinguish between the three types of leaks, what causes each, and how each can be prevented or repaired. Early detection can save you a lot of time, money, and hassle when it comes to keeping a healthy roof.
Newman Roofing Earns 9th Consecutive Angie’s List Super Service Award
Newman Roofing, LLC is proud to announce that it has earned the home service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award (SSA). This award honors service professionals who have maintained exceptional service ratings and reviews on Angie’s List in 2017.
Advice For Those End-Of-Summer Home Maintenance Tasks
As the weather starts to cool and leaves turn beautiful colors, there are good reasons to be happy. Thanksgiving is coming soon, and the heat of summer is fading.
However, as the weather begins to get colder and colder, both the inside and outside of your home may begin to suffer – how badly depends on you. Read on to learn how you can protect your home from the harsh effects of winter.
Is Your Home Ready For Winter?
Can you believe how fast the year is going by? Old man winter is right around the corner, and we’re here to help you beat him. Leaks, missing or torn shingles, loose flashings, excessive shingle granules in gutters and ceiling spots can signal roof problems. Age is another indicator – if your roof is 15 years old or more, it may be at the end of it’s lifespan.
Beware of Storm Chasers in Sunbury, Ohio
Have you been approached by a someone claiming they can have your roof replaced for free recently? A small hail storm passed through town a few weeks back and we’ve noticed this happening to a few of our neighbors, so we’re here to share our thoughts and some advice on how to handle these pop-in roof inspections.
5 Easy Ways to Boost Curb Appeal
Real estate professionals say curb appeal can be the greatest difference between making or breaking a sale. When the exterior of your home and lawn makes a great first impression, everyone wants to come inside, including potential buyers. Whether you’re about to sell or planning to stay, everyone wants a home that looks great from the outside. Here are a few curb appeal ideas to spruce up your home’s exterior.
Newman Roofing is Now an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor
If you need a new roof, you are first looking for a company you can trust – one that will provide you with honest pricing, quality materials, and thorough work. Your last concern is the company that provides the shingles. But in the world of roofing, your relationship to the shingle providers is everything. It is the highest honor you can have, and a testament to your quality of service. That is why we are pleased to announce that we have been named a Platinum Preferred Contractor with Owens Corning.
The Pros & Cons of Having Your Roof Worked on in the Winter
If you suffer roof damages in winter, then you may be wondering if it’s possible to get it repaired. Is it too dangerous to work on a roof during winter, will any contractors be willing to take on the job? This article has been put together to help educate you on the topic of roof repairs in winter. Below, you will find all the pros and cons of getting your roof fixed when during the winter months:
Hundreds of New Albany, Ohio Homes Due for New Roofs
In the early 2000’s, a series of disastrous storms swept through Ohio. With it came fierce winds, large pounding hail, and of course, rain. Around this time, New Albany also became the site for hundreds of new-build homes. These, and many other homes in the area, are now due for new roofs.
Shingle Showdown | GAF vs. CertainTeed
When you are in need of shingle replacements or even an entire new roof due to hail, snow, wind, or even normal roofing wear and tear, it will typically come down to a shingle showdown between GAF and CertainTeed. Both GAF and CertainTeed are well-known brands that present their unique pros and cons.
10 Years After Iconic Storm, Thousands of Roofs Due to be Replaced in Dublin, OH
With a total damage price tag that reached over $1 billion, Hurricane Ike was one of the costliest storms to ever hit Ohio. Unlike most storms that are localized, Hurricane Ike was so widespread that most of the state suffered severe damage. Ask anyone who lived in Ohio at the time and you’ll hear horror stories of down trees, massive hail damage, and never ending power outages. Most people will probably start their story with I remember it like it was yesterday.
A Homeowner’s Guide to Patching a Leaky Roof
If you’re like most homeowners, one problem you dread facing is a leaky roof. However, most small leaks don’t require a roofing contractor. It’s possible to learn how to patch your roof yourself and arm yourself with the tools and knowledge to do a good job. Read on to find out what you need to know.