Roofing Company Blog

We recently looked at a remarkable Buckingham slate roof in Hampton that was originally installed during the Depression era.

We visited a home where the owners were frustrated by a persistent drip that other contractors just couldn't seem to locate. After some careful investigating, we found the culprit: a nail in the bond. The Problem The issue was a classic "needle in a haystack" scenario.

When Brian headed out to a beautiful home in Williamsburg, he found a situation that’s all too common in the Tidewater area. The homeowner had a wide brick chimney that was causing a bit of a headache.

Winter in Hampton Roads is a bit of a trickster. One day we’re enjoying a mild afternoon, and the next, a bitter cold snap has us all cranking up the heat.

In the heart of Hampton Roads, our roofs face everything from blistering summer heat to the high-wind pressure of coastal storms. Brian Chalsma with The Roofing Company recently took a moment to pull back the curtain on a detail most homeowners never see: the nailing zone.

It sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie, doesn't it? The idea that a bundle of asphalt shingles could suddenly "know" exactly what kind of building they’re sitting on. But as I explored the fine print of modern roofing warranties, that’s exactly what the manufacturers seem to imply.

We often say that a home needs a good "hat" (the roof) and good "boots" (the foundation and landscaping). That’s why The Roofing Company, Inc.

On Saturday, November 8th, the campus of The Williams School was transformed into a bustling fall festival for its beloved Annual Oyster Roast.

In the Hampton Roads area, November marks the critical transition from hurricane season to the season of strong Nor’easters and rapid temperature swings.

Virginia Beach, VA – The Cape Henry Collegiate (CHC) "Race at the Cape" celebrated its more than 20 years of tradition on Saturday, October 11, 2025, and The Roofing Company, Inc. was proud to be an official sponsor, fueling the day's success and keeping participants refreshed.