Tar and Gravel Upgrade A huge improvement over tar and gravel roofing a liquid applied, fully adhered “elastomeric membrane”. It is much more environmentally friendly, is UV resistant and has a solid warranty. The “elastomeric” part of it means that it expands and contracts with the weather, so there is no separation at the roof edges like with tar and gravel. Over time, that expanding and contraction leads to leaking around pipes, skylights and chimneys,…

It’s not uncommon for roofing companies to trick customers into thinking they’ve gotten a better deal than they have. In fact, many homeowners hire a roofing company and are excited to see that they’re eligible for a 50-year warranty. But then, after they’ve signed a contract or at the end of the job, they discover things aren’t exactly as they seem. That 50-year warranty comes with a catch: they either have to pay extra for…