April 20, 2011 Fort Worth Gets Nailed With Another Hailstorm Third in Two Weeks, Huge Hail!!!

April 20, 2011

Third Hailstorm in Two Weeks Strikes DFW Area
A severe line of thunderstorms extending 100 miles pounded portions of north central Texas overnight producing hail as large as tennis balls. The line extended from Denton to Hillsboro.
The communities of Itasca and Covington located north of Hillsboro were hit with tennis ball size hail. Residents reported damage to homes and automobiles. Golf ball size hail was reported in cities along Interstate 35 W from Denton County to Hill County. (See map below)

Dallas Roofing 101: Advantages of Ridge Vent In The Dallas/Ft. Worth Hot Summers.

Advantages of Ridge Vent

Roof ridge vents help to effectively prolong and protect a homeowner's roof from common culprits within the home, including moisture and heat. Found on most new homes, roof ridge vents offer a very simple and effective technology that many homeowners are relatively uninformed about. Especially here in Texas, with the HOT summers, finding the proper ventillation is very important!

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Outside Air

Homes without roof ridge vents have the issue of an escape route for outside air flowing into the attic. The problem with traditional roofing is that once the outside air goes into the attic, it has no way to escape. Roof ridge-vent allows the outside air that enters to escape out the top of the roof, preventing damage--such as premature aging and cracking--to the attic and roof.

Moisture

Moisture can be released from many activities that are performed within homes, including running a washer, using a dishwasher or taking a shower. Moisture is one of the leading causes of damage to rafters, shingles, walls and insulation within homes. Roof ridge vents help to release moisture from homes, which is especially useful during the winter when moisture has a greater impact.

Ventilation

With the help of wind, a ventilation system is created in the attic with a roof ridge vent. As wind passes over the roof ridge vent, it draws air out of the attic. Fresh air is then drawn into the underside of the vent, creating a circulation system of fresh air.

Look

Most homeowners prefer the look of roof ridge vents--which are sleek and blend in well with the other shingles--to other forms of ventilation systems, which often consist of large fans, turbines and vents.

Other Systems

Another benefit of roof ridge ventilation systems is that they are effective without being used in combination with other systems. Other types of ventilation systems, such as fans and powered ventilators, can even have an adverse effect when used with roof ridge vents because of airflow issues.

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With a consultative focus and knowledgable staff, Above All Roofing's goal is to set itself apart from everyone else and provide the best possible solution for the client. We work diligently to maintain the highest standards in the roofing market. In addition to offering industry leading metal, flat, tile, slate, shingle roofing systems in Fort Worth Texas, various slate roofing types, multiple tile roofing styles, low slope roofing, and flat roofing systems, our core focus, and the most important aspect of our business is providing excellent customer service. From the initial call, to the on-site visit, all the way to the job completion, we are dedicated to providing and end to end solution and a positive experience for our clients. We work hard to deliver.

                          

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Grapevine, Flower Mound, Irving, Keller, Lewisville, and Coppell Texas blanketted in stormchasers.

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Your home can take a serious beating when a big storm hits, and finding a roofing contractor you can trust isn’t always easy. Storm chasers and other door-to-door salesmen often peddle dubious deals that can cost homeowners thousands of dollars and create serious headaches. The Better Business Bureau recommends doing your research to avoid getting ripped off by an untrustworthy roofer.
Every year, homeowners research the trustworthiness of roofing contractors with BBB more than 2 million times — more than any other industry. Unfortunately, last year alone, BBB received more than 7,600 complaints about roofers from unsatisfied customers.
“Hail and wind damage from violent storms has taken a toll on homes across the country this summer and the cost of repairs can be in tens of thousands of dollars,” BBB spokeswoman Alison Southwick said. “When you’re spending that kind of money, it’s worth it to take your time and find a roofer you can trust.”
One company receiving hundreds of complaints this summer is American Shingle & Siding Inc. The company has solicited homeowners — often door to door — across the South and Mid-Atlantic. A common sales tactic BBB has learned from complaints is to tell the homeowner that their roof is severely damaged — such as from hail — and that their insurance company will likely cover the cost. The homeowner is then required to sign a contract saying that they will hire American Shingle for the job.
Unhappy homeowners have complained that they signed over the check to American Shingle and the job was never completed, wasn’t completed on time or was poorly executed. The company recently announced that it is going out of business, but BBB warns that the roofer and its suspect business model might resurface under a different name.
When looking for a roofer you can trust, BBB recommends that homeowners:
>> Start your search with the BBB. In addition to having Reliability Reports on tens of thousands of contractors — good and bad — across the United States, you can also rely on BBB’s Accredited Business Locator to find trustworthy roofers in your area. BBB Accredited roofers have pledged to uphold BBB’s Standards for Trust and are contractually obligated to resolve all complaints filed with the BBB.
>> Vet the contractor carefully. Verify that the business meets all state and local requirements including being licensed, insured and bonded. Also ask the business for references from recent jobs. Confirm whether or not the roofer will be subcontracting the job or relying on his or her own employees.
>> Beware of storm chasers. In the wake of a storm, fly-by-night repair businesses will solicit work, often door to door, in unmarked trucks. They might require advance payment and make big promises that they won’t deliver on.
>> Get at least three bids. Beware of lowball estimates that may potentially balloon over time or foreshadow shoddy work to come.
>> Recognize the red flags. Beware of any contractor who uses high pressure sales tactics or requires full payment upfront. Also avoid contractors that require you to get the necessary permits.
>> Make sure everything is in writing. Make sure that the full scope of the work is explained in the contract including cleanup and disposal of waste. All verbal agreements need to be included in the written agreement. Pay close attention to the payment terms, estimated price of materials and labor and any warranties or guarantees.