When most homeowners think of a roof, they think of shingles, it’s color, style, and possibly warranty. But after decades of working on homes in Maryland, Topper knows the style of your roof is just as important as the material on your roof. The roof’s slopes,...
Maryland winters have a knack for keeping homeowners on their toes. This year, we have seen a winter storm that brought a lot of heavy snow, ice/sleet, and extreme temperature drops, which many homeowners aren’t accustomed to. One day it’s warm, and the next day we’re...
Winter has a knack of making small roof issues become big ones. A loose shingle, a small crack in the flashing, or an area you were going to “keep an eye on” can be very different once the temperatures turn cold. Cold air, snow, and ice don’t just sit on top of your...
Winter in Maryland has a way of exposing roof problems you didn’t even know were there. A small draft turns into a stain on the ceiling. A heavy snow reveals loose shingles. And suddenly, you’re digging through paperwork and asking yourself, “Is this something my roof...
Winter exposes roof defects that otherwise would remain concealed throughout the remainder of the year due to temperature and moisture differences, especially during the summer. By the time spring arrives, a small problem will likely become a large issue (a leak,...
If you’ve lived through a few Maryland summers and winters, you already know how quickly our weather swings from humid and sticky to icy and bitter. What many homeowners don’t realize is how much those temperature extremes stress the space right above their heads, the...
Strong storms are part of life in Maryland. From the heavy summer downpours to winter wind and ice, your roof takes a beating. And when damage happens, dealing with your homeowner’s insurance can be just about as stressful as the storm itself. The good news is that...
