Hurricane Idalia looks likely to pass well to the north of the Orlando area, but homeowners could still experience some storm damage. With months of the 2023 hurricane season left, Orlando area residents should be ready for any potential aftermath of storms. After a hurricane has passed through an area, homeowners should take several immediate […]
Here’s the scenario: you’re watching a movie during a rainstorm and you feel a drop of water. What do you do? No one wants it to be a roof leak, but it happens. Follow these tips if your ceiling starts dripping water on you. Secure Your Stuff A little water can cause a lot of […]
We’ve written many times here at J. A. Edwards of America about the important protections provided by roofs. Most of that information has been about water and wind. Your home’s roof, though, also offers protection from the other end of the damage spectrum: fire. A healthy, intact roof can help prevent and minimize fire damage […]
It pays to keep a level head when making decisions about your home’s roof. Often, what seems like a solid DIY roofing project can actually end up being a bigger hassle and costing you more in the long run. As you contemplate the best options for your roof, consider these two DIY roofing problems to […]
With the nation’s attention firmly fixed on COVID-19, many residents of Florida might have forgotten that hurricane season is rapidly approaching. Hurricane Preparedness Week for 2020 will take place May 3rd-9th. Given that many Orlando area folks are maintaining distance and staying at home a lot more, now is the perfect time to take some […]
We here at J. A. Edwards America know our roofs, literally inside and out. The average homeowner, though, might not be as familiar with all of the terminology associated with roof construction. When your roof is being repaired or replaced, you might hear some of the following terms. Ridge Board The ridge board runs the […]
Nearing the season of spring cleaning, you might be deciding to do a major overhaul on your home. If it’s time to begin again with your roof, you’ll need to make a lot of decisions. While certainly not the most important consideration for your home’s roof, the color will be the most obvious attribute that […]
With an average of 233 sunny days each year, the Orlando area is perfect for solar roof panels. All that sun (noticeably higher than the national average of 205 days) could translate into an environmentally friendly and economically beneficial situation if you install solar roof panels. J. A. Edwards America now offers this service. To […]
J. A. Edwards America has posted several articles about the importance of house maintenance, especially regular care for your home’s roof (see here, here, and here). Attention to your home’s number one line of defense against the elements will help to insure that your whole house will last a long time. Anything beyond regular maintenance, […]
Properly installed flashing is crucial to your home’s long life. It’s a component that is hardly noticeable, but plays a vital role in keeping damaging water out of your house. What Is Flashing? Flashing is a thin strip of waterproof material. This material is placed at parts of a construction that offer a possible entry […]