Roofing Company Blog

When Brian stepped onto this roof in Newport News, he wasn't just looking at a repair; he was looking at a piece of Virginia history. This Vermont slate has been protecting this home for 104 years.

Brian Chalsma encountered a situation that every homeowner should know about before they start a replacement. We were looking at a plywood roof deck covered in "ice and water shield"—a thick, sticky waterproof membrane designed to protect your eaves from leaks.

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

Hey neighbors, we have a great project video that's worth a watch, showcasing one of our recent jobs right here in Hampton Roads. We’re always proud of the work the team puts in, and this one is a great example of protecting a home against that unpredictable Tidewater weather.

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.

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.