December 29, 2022
Let’s admit; we live in Georgia because we love it here. Much as we enjoy the usually moderate climate, sometimes extreme weather comes to the Atlanta region. And it seems we have increasingly cold weather in the winter months. Here are some of the challenges inherent in cold weather: You can eliminate each of these… ( read more )
November 30, 2022
Let’s look at how you can prevent roof damage during Atlanta’s cooler winter months and ensure the protection of your home and all it contains. Clear all debris as safety allows. Make sure your roof, gutters, and downspouts are free of debris. Remove pine needles, leaves, twigs, and anything else that accumulates. Do this as… ( read more )
October 28, 2022
Hurricane Ian ravaged Florida and the rest of the Southern U.S. on September 28th. Many lost their lives, and thousands who were displaced returned to devastated homes and communities. Sadly, many lost their lives as well. Here in Georgia, we did not experience the worst of Hurricane Ian. Ian caused billions of dollars of property… ( read more )
August 30, 2022
As temperatures rise, our Georgia climate has gone to extremes in the last few years. Home heating and cooling have become crucial globally; solutions that work together to move towards an energy-efficient home are increasingly valuable. One change many homeowners should consider is switching out their existing roof for a metal roof. Our metal roofs… ( read more )
September 28, 2021
The Atlantic hurricane season typically lasts from June through November. Even though we may not be in the direct path of a storm, hurricane-strength winds and rains can pummel the Atlanta area. How Can You Prepare Your Roof for the Next Storm? What to do before the storm: Unfortunately, you can’t do much to prepare… ( read more )
May 27, 2021
With summer comes the memories of childhood. Remember the heat from a boiling asphalt driveway? With bare feet, we quickly learned that you wouldn’t scorch your feet if you ran fast enough. Asphalt can’t change its nature when it comes to heat. Asphalt gets hot, and although the asphalt on that driveway isn’t the same… ( read more )
November 28, 2020
A season of cooler months in Georgia can present some challenges to getting things done. Fortunately, it usually has nothing to do with bad weather. Holiday celebrations, annual renewals, and planning for the new year can put us on overload from November through January. It’s easy to think that this is no time to make exterior… ( read more )
August 28, 2020
When you need to learn about a new subject, where do you turn? Do you visit the library, ask your friends, or Google? While Googling is great for getting a quick answer, sometimes you need a local authority on the matter. That’s where we come in. Combining Classic Metal Roofing Systems’ manufacturing excellence with our… ( read more )
September 30, 2018
What in years past may have been confined to some higher elevations in rural Georgia, has in recent years come to visit upon more of the state. Freezing temperatures from mounting winter blasts have brought snow and ice dams to Atlanta area homes. So, What Causes an Ice Dam? Ice dams generally result from one… ( read more )
September 16, 2018
Georgia homeowners are concerned these days about high winds, pushed into the region by tropical storms that usually carry on through November of each year. Preparing for High Winds It seems increasingly likely that this will be a more violent hurricane season than earlier anticipated. Over the past year, the construction industry has taken a… ( read more )
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