How to Best Prepare for Hurricane Season
How to Best Prepare for Hurricane Season While we can’t anticipate damage that your home’s roof might sustain during a hurricane, there are some things that you can do to give your home’s roof the best chance of survival. Understand that your roof is your main line of...
Spring Cleaning Roof Checklist
Spring Cleaning Roof Checklist Most homeowners never think about checking the condition of their roofs unless they notice something like a leak or perhaps a tree has fallen on the house. Now that we’re approaching Spring, this is a good time to inspect your roof. ...
What You Should Consider Before Installing Solar Panels on Your Roof
What You Should Consider Before Installing Solar Panels on Your Roof Solar Panels are becoming more affordable and efficient. It’s now possible to generate your own electricity and even sell electricity back to the utility grid. But before you embark on this major...
Should I Replace My Roof Before Selling My Home?
Should I Replace My Roof Before Selling My Home? We get asked this question from time to time. We can all agree that a roof is one of the most critical parts of a home. It protects your home as well as adding value. It’s for this reason that insurance companies will...
5 Things to Consider When Adding a Skylight
5 Things to Consider When Adding a Skylight by Brian Sikes Roofing | September 1, 2021 | roof maintenance Skylights are a wonderful addition to any home. They allow for ambient light to enter a room making it a much warmer environment. Below are some things you...
Should I Repair, Patch, or Replace My Roof?
Should I Repair, Patch or Replace My Roof? by Brian Sikes Roofing | July 12, 2021 | roof maintenance, Uncategorized This is a question many homeowners ask us. The simple answer is that at some point all roofs will require replacing. With that said, not all...
As a Homeowner, Can I Inspect My Own Roof?
As a Homeowner, Can I Inspect My Own Roof? The answer to this question is YES, you can inspect your own roof and do so safely. While you can certainly hire a professional to inspect your roof, it’s a good idea after any serious weather event like hail or a heavy...
How Condensation Can Harm Your Roof
How Condensation Can Harm Your Roof What are the Causes of Condensation? Condensation occurs when water vapor meets a cold surface. This causes it to condense and form dampness or water droplets. Indoor condensation is caused by higher indoor humidity levels. You...
4 Things to Consider When Replacing Your Roof
4 Things to Consider When It’s Time to Replace Your Roof You may be contemplating replacing your roof for many reasons. Perhaps you just bought your home and knew from the start you were going to need a new roof. Maybe you’ve...
The Importance of Maintaining Your Home’s Roof
The Importance of Maintaining Your Home’s Roof Brian Sikes Roofing, a third-generation roofer serving Seminole, Orange and Volusia counties, urges homeowners of the importance of properly maintaining their home’s roof, prolonging its life, and preserving your valuable...