Tag: Regal Roofing

An ice dam is caused when ice forms on the unheated sections of the roof. The roof overhang does not get the heat that comes from inside the home. That heat coming from inside the house melts the snow and ice. When the melting snow and ice hits the unheated space, it refreezes causing an… [ Read More ]

Building code requires roof drip edge flashing on steep slope roofing. Roof edge flashing protects the edges of the roof sheathing from water damage. Without this flashing the roof sheathing is susceptible to rot and deterioration. The flashing at the eave edge also helps direct water to flow into the gutter. The roof edge flashing… [ Read More ]

Let's say you have an old deck that is in need of the decking replaced. Can you just replace the decking? We get asked this question a lot. Face it, the cost of decking is not cheap. At the very minimum, the joists should always be replaced to ensure the deck fasteners will have maximum… [ Read More ]

From all of us at Regal Roofing & Contracting wishing you a very happy New Year! May 2024 be the year you decide it's time to replace the roof? If your home built or re-roofed prior to 2004, then it might be time to replace the roof. A good majority of homes have an average… [ Read More ]

Maybe you have noticed some white streaks running down your brick fireplace. You look up at the ceiling and notice there is some stains in the drywall. However, you don't see any evidence of water on the mantel, fireplace apron or floor. You realize you have a problem but don't know what is causing it.… [ Read More ]

I think the mentality of a good portion of all homeowners feel that as long as the roof keeps them dry why not use the contractor that has the cheapest price, roofing is roofing right? It is kind of funny to know that when that same person goes shopping for a car that the same… [ Read More ]

When it is time to replace your roof you will want to hire a roofing contractor with the skill and knowledge to install whatever roof you have selected for your home. Finding that roofing contractor can be a daunting task if you don't know of one. Asking your family or friends for the name of… [ Read More ]

I was asked by and insurance adjuster to inspect a 20 year old cedar shake roof in Federal Way that had some wind damage. Typically, if installed correctly, a cedar shake roof will only suffer wind damage when it is worn out which should be a sign to the homeowner that you should replace your… [ Read More ]

With today's rising cost of energy we are always on the lookout for a way to help combat these costs. What if you could freeze the price of electricity? How is this possible you might think? Well the answer is solar power. With today's technology solar cells and the equipment to convert the power hove… [ Read More ]

As I was driving through a neighborhood in Mukilteo I noticed a few roofs that had just been pressure washed. While these roofs appeared to be the original roof I found myself wondering if anyone knew what they were really doing to their roof? I understand that a clean roof looks very nice but at… [ Read More ]