Month: July 2025

Sunlight

Your roof takes direct sunlight all summer, and when we hit high temperatures, your roof will get even hotter, especially if you have dark-colored shingles. This extreme heat can cause your shingles to crack and shrink, exposing the structure underneath to the elements.

Storms

Summer weather typically comes with some rain storms, high winds, and sometimes tornadoes. Each of these can cause damage to your roof or the structural integrity of your home. Heavy rain can lead to leaks, high winds can loosen or tear shingles off, and tornadoes can come with a variety of problems. Storms can also cause trees to fall and land on your roof.

How Can You Prepare?

Regular roof maintenance is one of the best ways to prevent severe damage to your roof, no matter the season. You’ll want to make sure your gutters and downspouts are clean so that the water can properly drain from your roof during storms. While you’re up there, you will also want to check for any damaged or lifting shingles and get them replaced.

You’ll also want to check your attic and make sure that it’s getting proper ventilation. Trapped heat in your attic during summer weather can lead to moisture build-up, which will contribute to the development of mold during summer months.

If you’re in the process of replacing your roof, consider a light-colored material so that your roof attracts less heat overall. If you’re looking to repair or replace your roof, contact Culbertson Construction for a quote. We offer our services in Northeast Wisconsin: Oconto, Kewaunee, Door, Outagamie, Shawano, Calumet, Manitowoc, and Brown counties.

Your roof is one of the most important structures of your home, as it protects you from the elements and helps keep your home insulated. The quality of your roof and its maintenance impact the value of your home, and a new roof is a quick way to add curb appeal. There are many different types of roofing materials to choose from. Here’s a comparison of some of the most popular choices.

Metal Roofing

Metal roofing used to be used only on farm structures and commercial buildings, but it has become more popular for residential use in recent years. They are one of the best materials for UV protection and blocking out moisture. Metal roofs can last 50+ years as long as they’re well maintained, because when they take damage, it typically doesn’t impact the structural integrity of your roof.

Metal roof materials withstand elements like fire, water, and hail better than most other roofing materials. However, due to the lack of texture on metal roofing, the damage is much more obvious and can be noticed from a further distance than with other roofing types. All of these benefits lead to metal roofing being a bit more expensive than some of your other options.

Slate

Slate is a natural roofing material that is low maintenance, durable, and has one of the longest lifespans of roofing materials. Because slate roofing is stone, it is heavy. This means that it’s not suitable for all homes, as the structure may not be strong enough to support the weight.

Repairs tend to be more difficult on this roof type, and they are more specialized, so not all contractors will be able to install them. Slate is shaped after being harvested from natural quarries, so this means it will be one of the more expensive roofing materials to choose.

Clay and Concrete Tiles

Both of these roofing materials are also heavy, meaning that they aren’t suitable for all homes. They are more fragile and particular than other materials, which means there is a lot of maintenance required. They are both susceptible to water absorption, which means they would need to be resealed every few years.

Clay and concrete tiles are not recommended for Wisconsin homes, as the extreme cold temperatures in the winter make them more brittle and likely to become damaged. They are better utilized in regions where temperatures are hot year-round.

Contact Culbertson Construction

We offer our services in Northeast Wisconsin: Oconto, Kewaunee, Door, Outagamie, Shawano, Calumet, Manitowoc, and Brown counties.

If you have any questions or would like to request a quote, contact Culbertson Construction today!

Getting roof repairs for smaller issues can improve the lifespan of your roof. However, with more severe problems, getting a full replacement will help keep the structural integrity of your home and prevent further overall repair costs. Here are some early indicators of roof damage you should catch before it leads to further problems:

3. Drooping

If your roof is no longer holding its shape, it may start drooping in some areas. This can cause problems when it rains or snows, as water cannot properly travel down and may get stuck. Prolonged exposure to water can damage your shingles quickly, as well as lead to leaks within your home. Eventually, these problems can even lead to structural damage to your home, so it’s best practice to get repairs sooner rather than later.

4. Rising energy bills

If your energy bills suddenly become higher than expected, it may be a sign that your ventilation and/or insulation within your roof or attic has become damaged. This is a sign to get an inspection done to determine the cause and decide if a roof repair or replacement is your best option.

Contact Culbertson Construction

We offer our services in Northeast Wisconsin: Oconto, Kewaunee, Door, Outagamie, Shawano, Calumet, Manitowoc, and Brown counties.