Shakes vs. Shingles: What’s the Difference?

If you’re updating your home’s roof, you may have come across a few new terms, such as “shakes” and “shingles.” If you’re not sure what these words mean, you’re not alone. Many people use these two roofing terms interchangeably, but there are some key differences between the two. Read on to learn what roofers in Edmonton are referring to when they’re talking about shakes and shingles, and learn the key differences between the two to find out which is right for your needs.

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How and Why a New Roof will Increase the Value of Your Home

When it comes to increasing the value of your home, your mind always turns to one thing in particular: remodelling. The problem, though, is that remodelling your homes interior can be extremely expensive and time consuming. Fortunately, there’s an alternative. While re-roofing your home can be just as expensive, it’s a much safer return on investment and a great way to add value to any home and increase its value.

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5 Signs Your Roof Needs New Shingles

Working on a roof can be a dangerous job if you don’t have experience in it. Similarly, although roofers make it look easy, getting the kind of precision installation that your roof shingles require in order to do their job takes a lot of skill and practice. That’s why we at Alf’s Roofing in Edmonton want to let you know about these five signs that it’s time to call in the professionals to fix your roof:

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