by Matthew Thomas | Sep 19, 2026 | Roofing Insights
TL;DR: Ice and water shield is a self-adhering, rubberized asphalt membrane installed under your roofing material to create a waterproof seal on the deck. Florida roofs don’t face ice dams, but they face something equally dangerous: hurricane-force wind-driven...
by Matthew Thomas | Sep 18, 2026 | Roofing Insights
TL;DR: A roof soffit is the finished panel on the underside of your roof’s overhang, and when vented, it serves as the primary fresh-air intake for your attic. In Florida’s heat, humidity, and hurricane climate, a properly functioning soffit-and-ridge...
by Matthew Thomas | Sep 17, 2026 | Roofing Insights
TL;DR: Roof fascia is the vertical board that runs along the lower edge of your roofline, supporting your gutters, sealing off rafter ends, and protecting your home from water, pests, and wind. When it rots, warps, or pulls away, it can trigger gutter failure, water...
by Thomas Roofing & Repair | Sep 16, 2026 | Roofing
Yes, roof ventilation problems can plausibly explain heat buildup, musty attic odors, and shingles that are aging faster than they should. Start by inspecting the attic and soffit intake yourself with a flashlight. If you spot rot, active mold, or shingles failing...
by Matthew Thomas | Sep 16, 2026 | Roofing Insights
TL;DR: Roofing underlayment is a water-resistant or waterproof barrier installed directly on your roof deck beneath shingles, tile, or metal panels. It acts as a critical secondary line of defense against moisture, wind-driven rain, and hurricane uplift. Florida...
by Thomas Roofing & Repair | Sep 15, 2026 | Roofing
A roof insurance supplement is a formal, documented request to add missing or underpaid line items to an already-approved insurance estimate. Homeowners and contractors who file well-documented supplements recover an average of roughly $7,000 to $8,000 per claim,...
by Thomas Roofing & Repair | Sep 14, 2026 | Roofing
If your roof is actively leaking, prioritize people and electrical safety first, then contain the water with buckets, towels, and plastic sheeting. Check for electrical risk before touching anything near outlets or fixtures. Document the damage with photos as you go,...
by Matthew Thomas | Sep 14, 2026 | Roofing Insights
TL;DR: A drip edge is a metal flashing strip installed along the edges of your roof that directs rainwater away from the fascia and into the gutters, protecting your decking, fascia, and soffit from rot and moisture damage. The Florida Building Code mandates drip edge...
by Matthew Thomas | Sep 13, 2026 | Roofing
Tile roof underlayment typically lasts anywhere from 15 to 50 years depending on the material, but the tiles on top will almost always outlive it. If your underlayment is organic felt older than 15 to 20 years, or a synthetic past the 25-year mark, schedule an...
by Matthew Thomas | Sep 12, 2026 | Roofing
In most roofing claims, you should not sign a blanket assignment of benefits (AOB). File the claim yourself first, or insist on narrow, capped terms if a contractor requires one for emergency work. The National Association of Insurance Commissioners and Florida’s...