How Michigan Weather Impacts Your Roof’s Lifespan
Michigan weather shortens roof life via lake‑effect snow loads (40–70 psf), ice dams from attic heat loss, freeze–thaw brittleness, summer UV/heat (>150°F surface temps), wind‑driven rain at ridges/edges, and hail that bruises shingles and punctures underlayment. Mitigation is design to ASCE 7, safe snow removal, continuous air sealing/insulation, Class 3–4 impact‑rated SBS‑modified shingles, reinforced underlayments, […]
The Ultimate Guide to Roof Maintenance for Farmington Hills Homes
This guide outlines a Michigan-specific, code-aligned roof maintenance plan for Farmington Hills. It covers seasonal inspections focused on drainage, ventilation, flashing, and gutters; rapid response to early warning signs like stains, granules, lifted shingles, and soft decking; and material selection such as Class 4 shingles, ice barriers to the warm wall, and IRC R806 ventilation. […]