Month: March 2016

If you have started to notice a water leak in your ceiling, you most likely assume it's the roof, however, the chimney is often the culprit. If you have an older chimney, chances are the leak could be coming from one of several areas within the chimney itself. We put together a list of common chimney leaks to help you determine if it's the chimney leaking or the roof leaking. Chimney Crown or Covers One of the most common and simplest to fix chimney leaks is from a lack of a chimney cover. If...

Rain is something the Pacific Northwest is all too familiar with. And with record levels hitting the books, we're seeing an increase in roof leaks. Usually, when you start seeing water on the inside of your home, it's too late for anything but a repair. Before anything else, contact Achten's Quality Roofing to get things in motion. But what do you do until the roofing contractor arrives? Inside First It's most important to deal with the inside first. Taking care of the water inside your home...

If you have a flat or low-sloped roof, there may be some benefits to torch-down roofing. Torch-down, or single-ply, roofing is a flame activated membrane installed over a fiberglass base. This roofing system has essentially replaced using hot tar on residential roofs that are flat or have a low-slope. One of the biggest benefits to torch-down roofing, especially in the Pacific Northwest, is that it is nearly leak-proof. Because it is a rubberized asphalt that is melted to the roof, it provides...

Most homeowners don't realize that once you have your new roof installed, it needs to be inspected yearly. The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) recommends to inspect your roof twice a year to catch any potential issues. They also recommend you hire a professional to do the inspection but we understand that some want to handle it themselves so Achten's Quality Roofing has put together a checklist to help you out. Safety First Make sure that you secure your ladder at the top to...