Our client in Newton, Massachusetts had wood gutters that had rotted. The problem with the wood gutters is that they will rot and need to be replaced every few years if they are not properly treated with linseed oil. Unfortunately, … Continue reading →
As you can imagine, turrets create a unique roofing challenge because of the shape. Here’s what we did to repair a turret in Brookline, MA. Problem: the roof was leaking around the turret. Someone had previously tried to repair it. … Continue reading →
Copper has earned a respected place in the related fields of architecture, building construction, and interior design.[6] From cathedrals to castles and from homes to offices, copper is used for a variety of architectural elements, including roofs, flashings, gutters, downspouts, … Continue reading →
We ran across this article about ice dams and thought it was great, so we wanted to share it with you. Cause of Ice Dams Ice dams form when melted snow refreezes at roof edges. Anyone who has lived in … Continue reading →
Let’s get the obvious stuff out of the way first. Aside from having contractor insurance, you want to make sure your roofing contractor has a permanent place of business and that he has a regular telephone number. Check to make … Continue reading →
Today roofs are usually made of an asphalt/fiberglass combination or wood shingles. Some small, flat roofs are done with tar, while rubber is quickly becoming another easy roofing option. As people aim to live “greener” and find materials that require … Continue reading →
Whether you’re building a new home, or your existing roof is ready for a replacement, consider the multitude of options, old and new, for residential roofing materials. Some of your considerations should include lifespan, maintenance, and how green a roofing … Continue reading →
One of J.L. Goode’s more recent projects was completely rebuilding the copper conservatory skylight in Newton, Massachusetts. The owner of this 1920’s home had the the glass in the skylight replaced in the ’80s. However the glass was laminated and … Continue reading →
According to the website for the National Roofing Contractors Association, roofing systems and materials are divided into low-slope and steep-slope categories. Low-slope roofing includes weatherproof types of roofing systems installed on slopes less than or equal to 14 degrees. Steep-slope … Continue reading →
