December 26, 2021
As a wise consumer, we understand that you research product and service warranties for every significant purchase to protect your investment. A new roof is a major investment. When you purchase a new roof, you should receive not 1 roof warranty, but 2 in writing. The 1st comes from the manufacturer covering the integrity of… ( read more )
November 30, 2021
There’s no end to the joys of living here on a beautiful Pacific island. And there is no end to the list of challenges, either. One of those challenges doesn’t have to be getting the right roof for your Honolulu home, when you want and need it. We can do that. How? Aluminum Shake Roofing’s… ( read more )
August 28, 2021
When it’s time to buy a new roof, what do you think matters most? Of course, the material, color, and style all make a difference, but the installation will make or break a roof. “I’d rather have a well-installed roof with mediocre materials than a poorly-installed roof with great materials.” -Todd Miller, President of Classic… ( read more )
November 28, 2020
The “winter” season here in Oahu 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, heavy tourism, put us all on overload from November through April. It’s easy to think that this is no time to… ( read more )
June 26, 2020
What does a quality metal roof have to do with a classic phrase from an old movie? In his book, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, L. Frank Baum says something that has been quoted millions of times since: “There’s no place like home.” Few of us have difficulty picturing Dorothy in the movie clicking the… ( read more )
April 27, 2020
It’s always a home-improvement season in Hawaii. And like most things, the time to think about a new roof is before you buy it. Of course, there will always be emergency roof replacements. Even then, you have a choice. How to choose a new roof? The answer: invest time now to think about what you… ( read more )
February 26, 2020
Roofing, just like technology, is following Moore’s Law which addresses the ever-increasing speed of change and advancement. We are seeing a rapid succession of product developments, and the inclusion of technology in such roofing areas as measuring, marketing, estimating, visualizing, and sales. These are exciting times. Back in 1996, well-known futurist Watts Wacker posed a… ( read more )
November 26, 2019
Installation is an Overriding Factor in Roof Performance When it comes to the successful performance of a roofing system, proper installation is more important than anything else. But, when it comes to buying a metal roof, proper installation can be the hardest thing to find. Horror stories about improperly-installed metal roofs and disappointed customers abound… ( read more )
July 24, 2019
Many homeowners choose metal roofs because they learn that these roofs can save the environment – and their wallets – through energy efficiency. That’s very true, but not all metal roof installations are the same in terms of energy efficiency. The level of energy efficiency achieved with metal roofing is dependent upon the knowledge of… ( read more )
June 18, 2019
If you’re shopping for a metal roof, we have put together a list of six things to look for in any potential metal roofing product. Not all metal roofs offer these features, but we think you will agree that all six are very important. And, you will find these qualities with every installation of quality… ( read more )