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Boise Roofs: Tackling the Most Common Roof Issues in Spring

Boise Roofs: Tackling the Most Common Roof Issues in Spring

Understanding the Importance of Spring Roof Maintenance As spring rolls into Boise, we at Signature Roofing understand the importance of roof maintenance. Our Idaho winters can be harsh, leaving your roof vulnerable to various issues that spring weather can exacerbate...

Everything You Need to Know About an Architectural Roof

Everything You Need to Know About an Architectural Roof

Homeowners desiring to enhance their abode with a look of elegance and safeguarding may decide on an architectural roof. But what is an architectural roof? If you live in the Treasure Valley, how do you know if an architectural roof is the right choice for your home?...

Roofing Specialist vs General Contractor

Roofing Specialist vs General Contractor

A roofing contractor specializes in the installation, repair, and maintenance of roofs. They are responsible for ensuring that roofs are properly installed and maintained to protect homes and businesses from the elements. Roofing contractors have the specialized...

Popular Types of Drainage Solutions for Flat Roofs

Popular Types of Drainage Solutions for Flat Roofs

Does your home have a flat roof? If so, you probably picked it for all the benefits it has to offer. Flat roofs aren’t only attractive; they’re also resistant to common roof hazards like high winds, hail, and animal damage. However, their flat construction also makes...

Problems You Can Expect With Damaged or Missing Shingles

Problems You Can Expect With Damaged or Missing Shingles

Did you know that, on average, your roof shingles need to be replaced every 20 years? If you live in an area that suffers from a lot of rain, wind, and hail, you may need to cut that time in half and replace your missing shingles as soon as possible. Many homeowners...

Get your Boise Roof Inspection

Get your Boise Roof Inspection

Find out how a roof inspection can help you better understand the condition of your roof so that you can make informed decisions about its future.

Durable Roofing Options: Types and Explanations

Durable Roofing Options: Types and Explanations

There are many Durable Roofing Options available in today's market. Durable Roofing is a product that can last for decades, and often times even longer than the building it sits on. Durability means different things to different people, but there is one thing they all...

Roof Maintenance: How to Take Care of Your Roof All Year Round

Roof Maintenance: How to Take Care of Your Roof All Year Round

Time and again, homeowners and building administrators are reminded that they need to give attention to a leaking roof, or a smell of mold in the attic. But if they have allotted one or several checkups of the roof in their calendar, they wouldn’t have the above...

What are Synthetic Roof Tiles?

What are Synthetic Roof Tiles?

The roof of your house is one of the most important parts of the structure, so you want to pick the best possible material for it. A roof is an investment that should keep your house safe and protected while adding aesthetic value to your property. Synthetic roof...

Saltbox Roof Guide

Saltbox Roof Guide

Are you debating replacing the roof of your home? Well, the good news is that adding a new roof to your home increases its resale value by over 100 percent. Experts recommend you should replace your roof anywhere between every 15 and 50 years, depending on the style...

Everything You Need to Know About Energy Efficient Roofing

Everything You Need to Know About Energy Efficient Roofing

The roof is one of the most important fixtures in your home because it doesn't just protect you from the elements but also keeps your home comfortable. About 25% of heat escape to your roof, leading to higher energy usage and more work from your HVAC system....

7 Tips in Getting Insurance to Pay for Roof Replacement

7 Tips in Getting Insurance to Pay for Roof Replacement

Repairing or replacing a roof can be downright expensive and stressful. You need all the help that you can get. How to get homeowners insurance to pay for a new roof? Check with your insurance company as to the process that you need to follow. It doesn't have to be...

Finding the Best Roofing Company Near Me

Finding the Best Roofing Company Near Me

Do you need to schedule roofing services for your home or business right now? If so, you're probably asking yourself, "What is the best roofing company near me?" Answering this question is often easier said than done. With more than 110,000 roofing companies scattered...

5 Things to Know About Metal Roofs for Residential Homes

5 Things to Know About Metal Roofs for Residential Homes

With only a few months down in 2021, the sheet-metal roofing manufacturing industry in the US has a market size of $1.2 billion. Metal roofs are in and not just for commercial properties. Considering residential metal roofing? You've come to the right place. Read our...

How to Handle Emergency Roof Repair

How to Handle Emergency Roof Repair

40% of building-related problems are due to water intrusion. If you've ever experienced water intrusion in your own home, you understand how quickly mass damage can occur. It also leaves you thinking, "How did the water get in there in the first place?" We are willing...

Flat Roof vs. Pitched Roof: What’s the Difference?

Flat Roof vs. Pitched Roof: What’s the Difference?

Did you know that the global roofing market was worth more than $100 billion in 2020? Choosing the shape, such as flat roof vs pitched roof, material, and color of your roof, will have implications for many other aspects of the roof, such as how much it costs, how...

The Pros and Cons of Metal Roofing

The Pros and Cons of Metal Roofing

When it's time for a new roof for the home, it's important to consider what kind of roof is the best choice. That's especially true in the Treasure Valley, because the harsh winters and warm summers mean that your Boise, Idaho home needs a roof that can withstand any...

How to Prepare Your Roof for Winter

How to Prepare Your Roof for Winter

Whether you've lived in Boise or other parts of Idaho all your life or you're new to the area, the winters here can be intense and accompanied by heavy snow and lots of ice. It's crucial to prepare your roof for winter in order to keep your property and your family...

How Long Should a Roof Last?

How Long Should a Roof Last?

If you own property, you should be aware of the condition of the roof looming over your family or employees' heads. How long should a roof last? More often than not, property owners don't realize that their roof needs a repair until it's too late. Repairing or...

Can asphalt roof shingles be painted?

Can asphalt roof shingles be painted?

Many homeowners wonder whether asphalt roof shingles can be painted. While it’s not recommended, as it’s better to replace them, in some cases painting asphalt roof singles with acrylic paint does make sense. Painting asphalt roof shingles isn’t a permanent fix;...

What Is Your Roof Trying to Tell You?

What Is Your Roof Trying to Tell You?

A quality roof should last for years, but sometimes, it can show you signs that something is amiss. In order to prevent the need for major repairs or a roof replacement, there are signs to look out for when your roof is trying to tell you something is wrong. Depending...

Architectural Shingles vs. 3-Tab Shingles

Architectural Shingles vs. 3-Tab Shingles

Asphalt Shingles Comparison Do you need a re-roofing job done? All over North America, asphalt shingles are the biggest players in the roofing market. The reason why? Not only are they affordable, but they’re also easier to install. While they aren’t as durable and...

7 Residential Roofing Materials for the Perfect Fit

7 Residential Roofing Materials for the Perfect Fit

When you own a house, one of the major renovations you have to think about at some point is getting a new roof. Maybe your old one is wearing out, or maybe you want to get a new look for your home. In either case, you’ll be facing a lot of options in terms of...

9 Vital Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Roofing Contractor

9 Vital Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Roofing Contractor

You've been putting it off for what feels like forever, but the constant drips, uneven temperatures, and high energy bills can mean only one thing. The signs are all there that it's time for you to either repair or replace your commercial roof. If you live in and...

What to Consider When Choosing a Custom Roof

What to Consider When Choosing a Custom Roof

Treasure Valley has grown quite a lot since 1900. Back then there were only 161,722 residents. By 2018 that number had grown to 1.75 million people. While not all of the residents of Treasure Valley own homes, many of them do. And prices are rising. In March of 2018,...

The Ultimate Guide to Roof Replacement

The Ultimate Guide to Roof Replacement

Of all the things you do to maintain your home, getting a new roof is probably the most important. If you suspect that your old roof could use some attention, it’s best to take care of it as soon as you can. If your present roof fails, you’re looking at catastrophic...

God & Country Raffle Winner 2019

God & Country Raffle Winner 2019

Signature Roofing was grateful for the opportunity to sponsor the 2019 God and Country Event. Similar to 2018, we wanted to continue to Cover Our Community and give a roof away. This years raffle had hundreds of entries. This years lucky winner was Theresa...

God & Country 2019 (Free Roof Giveaway)

God & Country 2019 (Free Roof Giveaway)

WE ARE GIVING AWAY A FREE ROOF! Yes, you read that right! We’re giving away a free roof at the upcoming God and Country festival on Wednesday, June 26th. And you could be a winner! Signature Roofing is a proud sponsor of God and Country, a family-friendly festival...

Filling up our Community

Filling up our Community

Signature Roofing hosted a free gasoline giveaway for single parents the day after Thanksgiving 2018. The event was held at a locally owned Sinclair in Meridian Idaho. We pumped 2,000 gallons of gas and helped 150 people!  We had young people, middle-aged people,...

Hometown Heroes

Hometown Heroes

We’re so thankful for the men and women who serve our community and our country. In tribute to those who sacrifice so much, The Farmstead and Signature Roofing invite you to attend the Hometown Heroes event this Fall! We are giving back to Idaho firemen, police...

God & Country Event Raffle Winner

God & Country Event Raffle Winner

  Signature Roofing had the opportunity to sponsor the 2018 God and Country Event. Additionally, we wanted to Cover Our Community in a unique way by raffling away a roof. Out of 200 entries we had one lucky winner. Julie Abbott entered the drawing but not for...