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What is Roof Chimney Flashing?

Roof flashing is a thin material, galvanized steel is the most common, that professional roofers use to direct water away from critical areas of the roof. This is wherever the roof plane meets a vertical surface like a wall or a dormer. Flashing is installed to surround roof features, such as vents, chimneys and skylights.…

What is a Tear-Off Roof?

Saving money is tempting when it comes time to replace your roof. You might think the best thing to do would be replacing with a shingle over shingle reroof rather than tearing off the old roof. Many homeowners believe that this will save themselves time and money. Although this may be true initially, the fact…

Roof Terminology

What are common roof terms in Quincy, IL? Words such as: roof ridge, hip roof, peak, eaves, roof rake, roof valley, slope, gable; among others, are commonly used by certified and licensed roofing companies to properly describe various roof structures. Today, we will discover what these terms mean and hopefully provide our customers will a…

Are you looking for a roofing contractor in Quincy IL?

If you are looking for a roofing contractor in Quincy, IL then look no further; you have come to the Right place! At Right Rate Roofing, communication with the customer is key. We inform, educate, and guide each customer so it is easier for YOU to make the best roofing contractor decision for your project.…

Evaluation and Estimation

At Right Rate Roofing, a contractor will need to evaluate your property in person to begin an evaluation and provide an estimate. Measuring your eaves and porch areas are crucial. Your contractor should have an accurate count and size list of your pipe flashings. For instance, if you have a chimney, the condition of the…

Warning Signs – When is it time for a new roof?

Warning Signs – When is it time for a new roof? Do you know the warning signs for when it is time for a new roof? Look no further, Right Rate Roofing is here to show you a few of the basic warning signs. Roof Age This warning sign may seem simple, but it is…

Right Rate Roofing Named Preferred Contractor

Right Rate Roofing Named Preferred Contractor It is with great excitement that we can announce that Owens Corning has approved Right Rate Roofing as a preferred contractor! Our company is now listed as a preferred contractor in the Owens Corning roofing contractor network of independent contractors. To us, this is one of our biggest achievements…

10 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Roofing Contractor

10 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Roofing Contractor As important as your roofing system is to your home, so is the process you should use to find and hire the right roofing contractor for your Quincy, IL roof replacement. Beginning your search online or obtaining recommendations from friends and family are two great ways…

What should be included with a proper shingle underlayment?

Right Rate Roofing Quincy Illinois knows the proper underlayment elements. Discover their process here.

Intake Ventilation

Intake Ventilation Roof ventilation is a system that allows air to circulate through the attic. Roof vents are essential to every home to ensure proper ventilation. Unfortunately, not many homeowners know much about what roof ventilation system they have. Roof ventilation systems may not be something you think of as important, but it’s crucial to…