Have you heard about a “Chuck in a Truck?” That’s a name often given to an itinerant contractor who may not be licensed and probably lacks insurance, but who may knock on your door and offer to do repairs. “Chuck” may stop at your home, especially after a major storm offering to repair your roof.
Labor Day Appreciation
Labor Day Appreciation From the roofer standing atop a house hammering in the hot sun, to the carpenter double checking her measurement before sawing the board, to the landscaper planting bushes in the yard, we pause this Labor Day to say thank you for all the hard work. History and Celebration Initially the different trade
Lien Basics
Lien Basics Anyone who has worked in construction in any capacity has probably heard of a lien but few people know what they are and even fewer people understand what they do. We occasionally have to lien properties to protect payment. We’re glad to say it doesn’t happen a lot, and many times it is
Metal Roofing Basics
Metal Roofing Basics Known for their durability and beauty, metal roofs are a perfect choice for many homeowners, and the variety of styles and colors allow them to resemble other roofs in the neighborhood. A residential metal roof can look like a shingle, tile or slate roof, an investment that will pay off in its
Three-Tab vs. Architectural Shingles
Three-Tab vs. Architectural Shingles Here at Patriot Roofing, we love shingles and we love to talk about the different kind of shingles. We can totally nerd out about shingles. Just ask our salespeople their favorite style and color and you might be in for a two-hour debate. We realize not everyone shares our enthusiasm for
August 7, 2019
Do I really have to pay my insurance deductible
Do I really have to pay my insurance deductible We get it, at some point, someone has told you that some contractors will eat the deductible so that you don’t have to pay anything out of pocket. But here’s the problem with that, in almost every situation it is wrong. It is almost always morally,