Why Choose Roofing-Siding-Windows from Infinity Exteriors?
There are many reasons why Infinity Roofing is the best Milwaukee roofing contractor for YOUR home or business. At Infinity Roofing, we don't take shortcuts which will void your manufacturer's warranty, or end up causing damage to your home, or compromise your home energy efficiency. There is no roofing contractor in Wisconsin providing the highest caliber of roofing installation and repair at prices as competitive as ours. Take a look at the FAQ below to learn more about the issues you need to be aware of when getting a new roof installed, and call Infinity Roofing to learn more about the best values on roofing, siding, windows, attic insulation and more.
| What is ice damming? Why is it a problem? | ^TOP | |
| Ice damming occurs when heat from the inside of a home gets into the attic, melting snow on the roof. The water from the melted snow runs toward the eaves. When the water reaches the cold eaves and gutters it refreezes, creating ice dams. The ice in the gutters prevents water from escaping, and the continual thawing and re-freezing results in water backing up under the roof shingles or behind fascia boards, ultimately causing water damage to roof decking, wall sheathing, attics, ceilings and walls. | ||
| How can ice damming be prevented? | ^TOP | |
There are several ways in which ice damming can be prevented. First is proper insulation of the attic, which prevents heat from the house from getting into the attic and heating snow on the roof. The next step is proper ventilation of the attic, which ensures that whatever heat does enter the attic from the house will be dissipated. The final step is to install a proper ice and water barrier to keep water from any ice dams that do form, from being able to enter the house. Most roofing contractors do not install the recommended level of ventilation or the length of ice and water barrier required to prevent ice damming water damage, resulting in the voiding of your manufacturer's roofing warranty. |
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| Why is proper roofing ventilation important? Why do other roofing contractors not mention it? | ^TOP | |
Proper ventilation of your roof prevents ice damming by keeping heat which escapes into the attic from heating the snow on the roof. This melting snow forms ice dams, which can lead to water damage throughout the structure of your house. Proper ventilation of your attic also prevents mold or water damage from moisture which gets into the attic from different sources inside the house, like hot water from showers and other sources. Other Milwaukee roofing contractors don't talk about adequate ventilation because they don't take the time to install it. The long term water damage and voiding of your roofing warranty that occurs is not their problem - after all, 80% of roofing contractors are out of business within a couple years, so odds are you'll never be able to reach them to complain when something goes wrong. Simply cutting a ridge vent into the roof and calling it a day is not enough - the amount of intake venting must be at least as great as the exhaust. |
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| Why do I need a lien wavier? | ^TOP | |
| In 2008, over 600 Wisconsin residents had liens put on their homes because their roofing contractor didn't pay their bills on time. If your roofing contractor doesn't provide you with a lien wavier, YOU will be liable for their late payment to suppliers and sub-contractors. | ||
| Why does it matter if my roofing contractor is licensed by the state of Wisconsin? | ^TOP | |
| If your roofing contractor is not properly licensed by the state of Wisconsin, YOU will be responsible for obtaining the proper permits for installation of your roof and other exterior products. | ||
| None of the other roofing companies I've talked to have mentioned this stuff. Is it really that important? | ^TOP | |
| Unfortunately, MOST roofing companies are not telling you everything you need to know. During the 9 month roofing season, the Better Business Bureau gets more complaints about roofing contractors than any other type of business. 80% of roofing contractors are out of business within a couple years. Over the ten years Infinity Roofing has been in business, installing thousands of roofs in Southeastern Wisconsin, we have not had a single complaint with the BBB. The reason is because we address all these issues. | ||
| If another company is offering the same shingles and manufacturer's warranty, isn't it the same thing? | ^TOP | |
| Are they installing proper ventilation, ice and water barrier, and adhering to other installation specifications necessary to make your roofing warranty valid? Most people who think they have valid manufacturer warranties do not, because MOST roofing contractors do not adhere to the installation specification stated in the fine print of the warranty. Not only does this void your warranty, it can also compromise the structural integrity of your home. | ||