Welcome to our how to roofing blog post archives, where you will find any how-to articles that walk you through the process of doing various tasks related to roofing that you may end up taking on yourself.
We’ve discovered through years of speaking with homeowners and we also understand from being homeowners ourselves, that sometimes you just feel like putting on your work clothes and learning how to work on your own property yourself.
So, in this category our aim is to make you a pro at it, so that if you tackle any tasks related to roofing, you will be able to do it professionally, and without any snags in the process sort problems down the road!
Here are a few of our most helpful how-to roofing info articles that you may be interested in as a homeowner:
How to Install Attic Roof Insulation
How to Prepare Your Home for.a Tornado
We hope that you find our how-to articles to be helpful and enlightening. More importantly, we hope that the information that we share actually helps you get the job done easily and correctly on your own. If you should happen to run into any problems, or you think of any how-to articles that you would like to see published on our blog that we haven’t covered already, or you need our help or expert opinion for anything related to repairing, installing, or replacing materials on the exterior of your home, please don’t hesitate to call us during norrmal business hours at (651)703-2336 or fill out our contact form here to speak with us about your project. We have friendly experts in house and operators on standby to take your call, and our advise is always free!
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If you own a commercial building in the Twin Cities, you’ve probably heard contractors mention EPDM roofing as an option for flat or low-slope roofs. But what exactly is it, and why has it become one of the most popular choices for Minnesota commercial properties? At Sellers Roofing Company, we’ve installed and maintained EPDM systems…
A hail “bruise” in asphalt shingles usually shows up as a round, slightly dimpled spot that feels softer than the shingle around it when you press it. From a ladder, you can confirm it by checking for a consistent circular impact mark, comparing firmness at the center vs. the edge, and documenting several similar hits…
A commercial roof maintenance plan template is a core part of preventative maintenance for property managers. It is a written, repeatable schedule that tells your team what to inspect, when to inspect it, how to document findings, and when to call a roofer. For most properties, it includes spring and fall inspections, post-storm checks, drain…
Most chimney leaks don’t start in the shingles — they start at the seam where the roof has to “wrap” a brick chimney. That seam is protected by a layered system: step flashing tucked into the shingles, counterflashing set into the masonry, plus sealant and a solid chimney crown that sheds water. When one layer…
A commercial roof coating in Minnesota can either buy you 5–15 more years — or cost you twice. The difference isn’t the product. It’s the condition of the roof underneath. If the existing system is dry, structurally sound, and nearing the end of its service life (but not failing), a coating can seal small defects,…
A denied roof insurance claim after a storm can be frustrating, but a denied roof claim after hail isn’t the end of the road. Start by getting the exact denial reason in writing, then build a clean evidence packet that ties damage to the storm date. Ask for the insurer’s full claim file (photos, adjuster…
A professional roof inspection includes a safe roof-surface review (or equivalent testing), checks of drains and flashing, interior leak tracing, and clear documentation of defects with photos and locations. Request a written scope, a dated photo report, moisture findings (if needed), repair and replacement options, and a line-item estimate that states assumptions, exclusions, and warranty…
Look for pattern and texture. A roof with hail damage usually shows random, impact-style marks plus dents on soft metals (vents, caps, gutters). Shingle blistering, on the other hand, looks like raised bubbles that formed from within the roof system, often in more uniform “fields.” Identifying these across various roofing materials is crucial. When in…
Step flashing and counter flashing provide a two-part defense against leaks where a roof meets a wall or chimney. Step flashing consists of a series of small metal “steps” woven with each shingle course, while counter flashing serves as the top cover that blocks water from getting behind the base metal. From the ground, you…
Commercial roof leaks are usually coming from one of a few repeat spots: seams, flashings at penetrations, drains, or edge terminations. Start inside by mapping the stain, then work upslope on the roof and inspect the most likely entry points for your membrane type (TPO welds, EPDM shrinkage, or modified bitumen laps and splits). Confirm…
Shingle blow off after high winds happens when wind gets under a shingle and lifts it until the seal breaks, fasteners loosen, or the shingle tears free. In Saint Paul, sudden gusts, older shingles, and weak edge details make it more likely. After high winds, in the first 24 hours focus on safety, stopping water…
Pick Class 4 shingles if your building sits in a hail-prone, severe weather Minnesota area, you can’t afford repeated storm-related shutdowns, or your insurer pushes impact-resistant roofing for superior impact resistance. Choose Class 3 shingles when hail risk is lower, budgets are tight, or the roof section is less critical. Either way, the rating helps,…
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