What to Look For: 9 Key Roof Checks Before You Buy
These high-impact checks can be done from the ground or attic during a showing. If anything looks questionable, it’s time to bring in a professional. Here are 9 key roof checks before you buy a new home. 1. Roof Age & Material Ask the seller when the roof was last replaced and what material was…
How a Bad Roof Can Impact Your Home’s Value and Comfort
Your roof does more than just cap your home—it protects everything and everyone inside it. Yet, many homeowners underestimate how dramatically a bad roof can affect both the financial value of their property and the daily comfort of living under it. Ignoring roof problems might seem like a cost-saving move in the short term, but…
What are the Roofer Qualifications You Should Ask About?
When it comes to protecting your home, few things matter more than the roof over your head. It is your home’s first line of defense against rain, snow, wind, and the sun’s relentless rays. Yet despite its importance, many homeowners overlook the value of choosing a highly qualified roofing contractor until disaster strikes. The truth…
Why a Fall Commercial Roof Inspection Is Important
As we get into the Fall months with rain and snow not far behind, most business owners and building managers are focused on wrapping up the busy summer season and preparing for the year ahead. But there’s one critical task that should never be overlooked: scheduling a Fall commercial roof inspection. Your roof is your…
Pruning Trees to Protect Your Roof: Extend Your Roof’s Lifespan
Your roof is one of the most critical components of your home—it shields you from rain, wind, snow, and heat, while playing a major role in energy efficiency and structural integrity. While most homeowners understand the importance of regular roof inspections and maintenance, far fewer recognize how the trees i n their yard can directly…
Is It True the Color of a Roof Impacts a Home’s Temperature?
When homeowners consider replacing their roofs, color may seem like an aesthetic choice—something to complement the siding or blend with the natural landscape. But did you know the color of a roof impacts a home’s temperature, potentially influencing energy efficiency and indoor comfort? At Pressure Point Roofing, we often help homeowners in Southern Oregon explore…
How to Spot Roof Damage from Windstorms in Oregon
Windstorms are common in Oregon, particularly during fall and winter when powerful Pacific storms roll across the state. These storms can bring wind gusts that exceed 60 mph, often resulting in significant damage to homes, especially roofs. For Oregon homeowners, understanding how to identify roof damage from windstorms is essential to protecting their investment, maintaining…
What a Home Inspection Roof Evaluation Will Tell You
When you’re preparing to buy a home, one of the most critical steps in the process is the home inspection. Among the many elements of the home that an inspector will assess, the roof stands out as a vital component that can greatly impact your decision. The roof not only protects the structure and everything…
Why You Shouldn’t Pressure Wash Your Roof
When your roof becomes streaked with dirt, mold, moss, or algae, the temptation to restore its original appearance with a quick fix like pressure washing may be strong. However, pressure washing a roof—especially one made of asphalt shingles—can do far more harm than good. While it may deliver instant cosmetic results, it poses serious risks…
Bring the Summer Sunshine into Your Home with Skylights
There’s nothing quite like natural light to elevate the mood of a space and brighten your daily routine. As summer days stretch longer and the sun rises higher in the sky, it’s the perfect time to take advantage of that glorious sunshine—inside and out. One of the most effective ways to do that is by…