Roofing

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How Much ROI Does a New Roof Bring to a Home?

How Much ROI Does a New Roof Bring to a Home? 1960 1306 admin

Many home repairs increase the value of the property – not necessarily as much as the cost of the repair, but enough to recoup a large chunk of the losses while possibly building value over time. Every situation is different – renovating a room that already looked new, for example, will bring less value than…

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How to Tell if Your Roofer Did a Bad Job (Without Going on the Roof)

How to Tell if Your Roofer Did a Bad Job (Without Going on the Roof) 1140 841 admin

Recently, we talked about “Cheap Roofing Estimates” and some of the dangers surrounding the idea of cheap roofing. The problem with getting a cheap quote for roofing is that most costs related to roofing are non-negotiable: Material Costs Minimum Labor Requirements These costs are loosely set in stone, unless a roofing contractor chooses to cut…

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What Most Roofers Won’t Tell You About Cheap Roofing Estimates

What Most Roofers Won’t Tell You About Cheap Roofing Estimates 1000 667 admin

Cost is the #1 consideration that homeowners make when choosing who to hire for any job, including roofing. Roofing is expensive, and so it makes sense to look for the best pricing. But roofing – even more so than many other home renovations – can have wildly varying prices, and it’s not just because some…

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How Much Rain Is a New Roof Designed to Handle?

How Much Rain Is a New Roof Designed to Handle? 2560 1554 admin

Maybe you’ve had this thought: During years where there is constant, heavy rain that lasts for weeks or even months, there are situations where you might think to yourself “can my roof even handle this much rain?” Does frequent, ongoing rain cause any roofing challenges? The good news is that the answer is *sort of*…

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What Should You Look For When You’re Up on Your Roof?

What Should You Look For When You’re Up on Your Roof? 2000 1334 admin

Christian Construction is a roofer in Staten Island, serving the entire NYC area and parts of New Jersey. We know roofing. We have an amazing team that is here to help with any roofing need you may have, no matter how large or how small. We can help you repair a small issue, clean your…

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When Is the Best Time of Year to Check a Roof for Damage?

When Is the Best Time of Year to Check a Roof for Damage? 2560 1707 admin

Right now, we’re still in the middle of the cold/snow season. Unless you roof is actively leaking, this is not exactly the time of year that many of us are thinking about our roof – or going outside at all. Still, at some point you’re going to need to inspect your roof for damage. Every…

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a wide shot of a siding and roofing job by Christian Construction. The siding is blue and brand new, the roofing is a unique gray tone, and the rest of the property is brick.

Roofing, Siding and Windows – See Our Work in Progress

Roofing, Siding and Windows – See Our Work in Progress 768 1024 admin

Christian Construction does it all – everything your property needs to look its best and maintain – and grow – your property value. We’re have been working on a property right now, for example, that needed upgrades to its roofing, windows, siding. You can see our work below: We replaced the siding, upgraded the windows…

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How Has Asphalt Roofing Changed in the Past Few Decades?

How Has Asphalt Roofing Changed in the Past Few Decades? 2560 1707 admin

If your roof was completed 15, 20, or more years ago, it is highly likely that you have an asphalt shingle roof. Asphalt roofing has been a staple in residential and commercial construction for decades, known for its affordability, durability, and versatility. They’re also the roofing option most likely to get damaged, and the one…

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How Much Damage Can One Branch Do to Your Shingle Roof in a Windstorm?

How Much Damage Can One Branch Do to Your Shingle Roof in a Windstorm? 2560 1696 admin

Theoretically, roofing is quite durable. If you think about the amount of wind, rain, and snow that roofs can handle, the average roof can withstand a lot of elements. But if you’ve ever held a piece of roofing material in your hands, especially something like asphalt shingles, you can also tell that it isn’t exactly…

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Raise the Roof – How Contractors Literally Raise a Roof, and the Benefits and Risks

Raise the Roof – How Contractors Literally Raise a Roof, and the Benefits and Risks 2560 1706 admin

Raising a Roof Adds More Space to a Home and May Increase Value, But is Not For Everyone “Raise the roof” is not only a sports term. It’s an actual process that contractors use to increase the height and space of the home by raising up the roof and re-constructing the property. Raising a roof…

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What Are Some Ways to Prevent the Need for Reroofing?

What Are Some Ways to Prevent the Need for Reroofing? 2560 1695 admin

At Christian Construction in Staten Island, we do whatever we can to try to extend the life of your roof. We provide repairs. We provide inspections. We even provide cleaning. But there are going to be situations in which a new roof is going to be necessary, no matter our best efforts. You can trust…

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How Our Roof Can Affect Our Comfort

How Our Roof Can Affect Our Comfort 2560 1709 admin

When we think about the role of roofing, we typically think about roofing as protection from the rain and elements. But our roofing does much more than that. Our roof is directly related to our comfort, and when we ignore our roof or we choose the wrong roofing materials, we risk issues that can affect…

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Cheap Roofing in Staten Island Without Sacrifices

Cheap Roofing in Staten Island Without Sacrifices 2560 1920 admin

Christian Construction has Some of the Best Prices on Roofing Currently Available You’ve probably seen our work around Staten Island. We have worked on homes in the community since 1999. What you may not know is that we also offer what are often THE best prices, with new roofs starting at as little as $4999.…

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Are You Noticing Your Roof Leaks?

Are You Noticing Your Roof Leaks? 2560 1707 admin

It’s raining. Again. We do have some strange weather here in Staten Island but this year has been particularly unusual, with hot summer days followed by rainstorms and lightning, followed by 80 degrees of perfect (albeit humid) weather. We’re full service contractors here at Christian Construction, which means that we can help with any part…

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When Does a Roofing Repair Job Become a Roof Replacement Job?

When Does a Roofing Repair Job Become a Roof Replacement Job? 1000 667 admin

In the last post, we discussed situations in which a siding repair may someday become siding replacement. In today’s post, we’ll look at situations in which roofing experiences the same issue – where you call us for roof repair, but we find out that roof replacement is a better option. Now, just like with siding,…

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How Worried Should Homeowners Be About Heavy Winds on Their Roof?

How Worried Should Homeowners Be About Heavy Winds on Their Roof? 2560 1707 admin

New York weather has been wild, with sun then rain then wind and then back to sun again. As of this writing, it is about 80 degrees, and then two days from now it is going to be 58 degrees and pouring rain. This has been an unusual weather season for NYC. During this time,…

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Roof Repair for Tree Damage in Staten Island with Christian Construction

Roof Repair for Tree Damage in Staten Island with Christian Construction 2560 1707 admin

Christian Construction is Staten Island’s Trusted Roofing Specialist – Schedule Your Free Estimate for Tree Damage Roof Repair Trees can add beauty and value to your property, but they can also pose a risk to your roof during storms or due to overhanging branches. At Christian Construction, we specialize in roof repair for tree damage,…

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How Did Your Roof Hold Up in the Rain?

How Did Your Roof Hold Up in the Rain? 2560 1706 admin

It’s been pouring almost every day here on Staten Island, and when it’s not pouring, it’s freezing. Every winter, our roofing takes a ton of abuse, but this year was definitely one of the worst ones. It’s February and it’s still dropping in the 30 degree range, and next week we’re expecting more extremely high…

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What Does Leaf Buildup Do to Roofs?

What Does Leaf Buildup Do to Roofs? 2560 1709 admin

For a roofing and roof cleaning professional, we know how important it is to educate property owners about the consequences of leaf buildup on roofs. Leaves and other debris accumulating on a roof can lead to a range of issues affecting the roof’s integrity and overall lifespan. Regular cleaning and maintenance are crucial in mitigating…

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Example of Our Roof Work

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We talk a lot about roofing on the blog, but we don’t always have an opportunity to show photos and give updates on our work. One of the reasons for this is that we’re often going from project to project, and do not stop and take the time to take photos of the type of…

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