Blog

Roofing & Exterior PROS Strives To Be The Best Roofing Company In The St. Louis, MO Area

Hand-drawn starter shingle title card

Starter Strip Shingles: 3 Options for Homeowners, One Risky Shortcut

Learn how starter strip shingles seal roof edges, compare three options, and check placement, fasteners, and warranty details before choosing a contractor.
Are Impact Resistant Shingles Worth the Cost?

Are Impact Resistant Shingles Worth the Cost?

See how impact resistant shingles stand up to hail, what Class 4 ratings mean, and when they make sense for homes across the St. Louis area each season.
Gutter hanger sketches framing the article title

Gutter Hanger Types for Homeowners: Match Fascia and Snow Load

Compare hidden hangers, fascia straps, roof straps, and half round brackets by gutter profile, fascia condition, and snow and ice load before choosing.
Roofing sketch title card on light paper

Two Ice and Water Shield Picks, Code Rules, and Roll Costs

Compare Grace and Vycor ice and water shield, then check code rules, placement, installation, roll costs, and when a roofer should handle the job.
How to Document Storm Roof Damage Properly

How to Document Storm Roof Damage Properly

Learn how to document storm roof damage with photos, notes, and safe next steps that help protect your property and support an insurance claim today.
Decorative cedar shake inspection title card

Inspect Cedar Shakes Once a Year: Seasonal Care Backed by CSSB, USDA

Seasonal cedar shake care for homeowners, backed by CSSB and USDA. Annual inspection steps, safe cleaning, plus treatments to use and avoid.
Soffit vent inspection title card

5-Minute Soffit Vent Check for Homeowners: Spot Blockages and Fix Fast

Run a 5-minute attic and exterior check to find blocked soffit vents. Follow prioritized DIY fixes, seasonal maintenance, and clear signs for when to hire...
Commercial TPO Installation Guide for Building Owners

Commercial TPO Installation Guide for Building Owners

Use this commercial TPO installation guide to understand inspection, prep, membrane welding, drainage, and quality checks for Missouri commercial roofs.
Decorative sketch of roof leak inspection tools

New Roof Leaking? 5 Immediate Steps Homeowners Should Take

If a new roof is leaking, act fast. Document photos and dates, contain the water, and follow five immediate steps. Call your installer first to protect...
Metal roof hail damage title card

Homeowners: UL 2218 and Photos That Prove Metal Roof Hail Damage

Homeowners: Spot, photograph, and document metal roof hail damage. Steps for a carrier ready inspection, tarping, and filing an insurer claim.
Are Roof Inspections Free? What Homeowners Should Know

Are Roof Inspections Free? What Homeowners Should Know

Are roof inspections free? See what a no-cost visit should include, when fees may apply, and how to choose a trusted local roofing contractor near you.
Ridge and box vent title card

Homeowners: Choose Ridge or Box Vents Using the 1:300 NFA Rule

Practical guide for homeowners: decide between ridge and box vents using roof shape, soffit intake checks, and the 1:300 net free area guideline.