Roofing Company Blog

Around here, April usually means two things: pollen on everything and the start of those sudden Tidewater thunderstorms. While most folks are busy power-washing their porches, we’re thinking about what’s happening on the roof above.

We headed out to Smithfield to walk the roof of a building that’s stood since 1750. Working on a structure with that much history requires more than just standard tools; it requires a deep respect for the materials that’ve kept our Tidewater community safe for nearly three centuries.

When it comes to your home, a documented history of care and maintenance is just as valuable as a clean Carfax is for a vehicle. At The Roofing Company, Inc., our detailed "Property Facts" tracking delivers long-term peace of mind and protects your investment.

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.

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.

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.