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How Heat Affects Your Roofing and Siding

July 20, 2024

After a cool spring, this summer is proving to be a scorcher in Massachusetts and especially throughout Greater Boston. With temperatures reaching triple digits, you may be wondering what effect the heat has on your home's roof and siding. Power Construction is here to help you understand what's happening to your roof and siding during a heat wave and how we can help you avoid heat-related issues.

Effects of Heat on Your Roof

Heat has several effects on your home's roof. Thermal expansion and contraction can affect your roof's shingles or metal sheets. As the weather heats up and then cools down, shingles can crack, curl, and become brittle. Metal roofs can warp, buckle, or experience loosening of fixtures. 

Roofs have large surface areas that are frequently exposed to full sun. This means they absorb a significant amount of heat. Not only can this accelerate the aging of your shingles and other roofing materials, it can cause heat to build up in your attic and make your home hotter. This can make moisture issues worse, as trapped heat can cause condensation that leads to mold and wood rot.

Effects of Heat on Your Siding

Thermal expansion and contraction can also cause issues with your vinyl and wood siding. Vinyl can warp, buckle, and become distorted under extreme heat. Wood siding can also expand and contract, causing cracks, splits, or gaps in coverage that allows moisture to penetrate your home.

In addition to these effects from expansion and contraction, heat causes vinyl to become brittle and wood to dry out. The degradation of siding materials can lead to damage that may leave you susceptible to pest infestations and future moisture issues if left unaddressed.

What's more, the color of your siding could exacerbate high heat effects. Dark siding absorbs more heat, which can lead to increased cooling costs. On the other hand, light siding absorbs less heat and can help you keep your home cooler in the summer. 

Your Greater Boston Roofing & Siding Experts

Power Construction Roofing & Siding is your trusted roofing and siding expert in the Greater Boston area. We install high-quality materials with the proper ventilation to provide protection against severe weather, including extreme heat. We have an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and have completed more than 10,000 projects in your area. Our team are GAF, CertainTeed, and Owens Corning preferred contractors, which means we are able to offer you the best roofing systems on the market today.

Ready to schedule your roof replacement or siding replacement? Request a free estimate  today.

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5 Cold Weather Siding Issues and How to Prevent Them

December 21, 2024
Did you know that winter's cold temperatures, snow, and ice can create issues with your siding? As an old fashioned New England winter gears up to throw everything it's got at your home, it's helpful to know how to prevent damage to your siding and what to look for over the colder months. New Stage Home Improvement is here to help you keep your siding in great shape.
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Prepare Your Home for Winter Snow and Ice Dam Removal

November 16, 2024
It's been a warm fall in Greater Boston, but we all know that Ol' Man Winter will be bringing snow and ice to Massachusetts sooner rather than later. While none of us can control the weather, New Stage Home Improvement can help you prevent snow and ice damage to your home's roof and siding. Our professional, insured team is here to help you manage the snow and ice load on your roof this winter.
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Is Your Roof a Vampire Sucking the Life Out of Your Energy Bills?

October 19, 2024
Is your home bleeding money through your energy bills? Gaps in your roof and damaged siding are energy vampires, draining your resources and allowing valuable heat to escape your home during the colder months. If you dare, let's take a closer look at these energy suckers and learn how to protect your home and your wallet.
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How to Prepare Your Home's Exterior for Winter

September 21, 2024
Is your home ready for Old Man Winter? Fall is the perfect time to inspect and repair your home's exterior, including its roofing and siding. Here are a few things to add to your fall clean-up checklist to make sure your home is ready for the colder months.
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How to Finance Your New Roof

August 17, 2024
Replacing your roof is an investment in the safety and comfort of your home. At Power Construction, we understand that a new roof is one of the largest projects you'll complete for your home. That's why we offer convenient financing options for your roofing or siding projects. Here's how to finance your new roof with Power Construction.
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Get to Know the CertainTeed Integrity Roof System™

June 15, 2024
Did you know that New Stage Home Improvement is a CertainTeed Master Craftsman™ roofing contractor? That's the highest certification a roofing contractor can obtain from CertainTeed. CertainTeed is one of the most-trusted roofing materials brand, and we are proud to be able to offer you their high-performing Integrity Roof System™. Read on to discover if this industry-leading system could be a good fit for your roof replacement project.
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Bracing for Summer Storms? Save Our Number in Your Phone

May 18, 2024
If you've noticed our summer severe weather has gotten wilder over the years, you're not wrong. FEMA data shows severe weather events in Massachusetts are on the rise. Add New Stage Home Improvement (888-405-8908) to your phone contacts before this year's big storm hits to ensure you can start the repair and insurance claim process as soon as possible. Here's what you can expect when you work with New Stage Home Improvement on your insurance claim.
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Spring Roof Care Tips for Massachusetts Homeowners

April 20, 2024
We're headed into mud season in Massachusetts. Warmer weather is around the corner, and it's a great time to inspect your roof for winter damage. Here are a few things our roofing experts look for during spring inspections. Get in touch with Power Construction to schedule your roofing inspection and free project estimate.
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What Lies Beneath Your Home's Rotting Siding?

March 16, 2024
Do you know what lies beneath your home's rotting siding? Moisture, pests, and all sorts of damage could pose a risk to the integrity of your home. Here's a look at what might be under your rotting siding and how New Stage Home Improvement can help you fix it.
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Looking Ahead to Spring Roofing and Siding Projects

February 17, 2024
If you're planning an exterior renovation this year, now is a great time to request your free estimate and get on our project schedule.
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