Blog - Roof Mason

How Do You Build a Roof Deck or Balcony? A Roofer’s Guide to Structure, Materials, and Steps

Roof deck or balcony build: structural requirements, materials, installation steps, railing, safety, waterproofing, drainage, permits, inspection.

Best cutting techniques for metal, asphalt, and tile roofing panels, tools, safety gear, prep, measuring, cutting methods, finishing, waste disposal

Cost ranges, price factors, installation steps, roof window types, materials, labor, permits, financing, energy efficiency, maintenance

Install, replace, upgrade roof ventilation: attic fans, ridge vents, turbines, whirlybirds, vent boots; tools, safety, sizing, care, maintenance.

Causes of chimney smoking, downdraft, backdraft, odors, heat loss, fixes, troubleshooting, venting, maintenance, cleaning tips.

Measure roof square footage from ground or Google Maps, estimate shingles, account for pitch, waste factor, roof type, tools, safety tips

Residential metal roof install:step-by-step techniques, safety gear, roof prep, fasteners, cutting, seam sealing, flashing, ventilation, maintenance.

Install flashing on asphalt shingle, metal, tile, and flat roofs: steps, tools, prep, sealant, flashing types, corners, maintenance, safety.

Calculate roofing squares, measure gable roof area, estimate shingle needs, tools, formulas, measurement tips, care and maintenance steps.

Chimney sweep, inspection, repair, replacement, removal costs, pricing factors, ranges, quotes, safety, permits, warranties, maintenance.