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Found in eight out of ten homes in the US, asphalt shingles are easily the most popular roofing installed by local roofers. This material gained its popularity for its tried-and-tested durability, energy efficiency and overall appearance. But did you know that there’s an even better version of this already excellent roofing option? Check out Timberline® shingles from GAF. Timberline – A Step above Asphalt Shingles Timberline roofing shingles serve as an improved version of the people’s...

Home improvements that require residential roofing services should be done right the first time around. The key to doing so is reading your contract thoroughly, and making sure it has all the the following elements: Contractor Registration – The Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB) does not issue state licenses for roofing contractors. However, all kinds of contractors are required to register with the City of Cincinnati, which must be renewed annually. The contractor should ...

A roofing project is probably the single most expensive thing you’ll have to invest in, so it’s important to make the right choice when you’re hiring from your pool of local roofers. This is where online reviews come in; they’re an important tool that will help you decide if your prospective roofer fits your project. Empire Contractors discusses more. What Reviews Say Reading a review online gives you insight as to how well your prospective roofer will actually do their work. It’...

Being the area’s most trusted general contractor, Empire Contractors LLC makes it a point to offer clients only superior quality products. It’s for this reason that we offer GAF roofing products to the the clients we work with. Being the number one roofing manufacturer, you’re sure to get roofing that lasts a lifetime. Here’s a closer look at the different shingle varieties GAF roofing systems has to offer your home as well as the features and benefits of each. Timberline® Lifetime Roofing ...