The decision to hire Leawood KS roofing companies is a wise one, given the danger in walking around on top of a roof, dealing with ladders and using dangerous equipment like hammers and nails. In fact, the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission says that 165,000 Americans require medical treatment for ladder-related injuries each year. Professionals who work on your roof will be covered by their insurance, but only if you choose a company that has adequate protection. 

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Is your Leawood roofing 20+ years old?

Perhaps it’s been 20 years since your last Leawood roofing job. Back then, everyone had cheap, quick and easy three-tab flat shingles. Yet, recent innovations have brought the look of roofing a long way. Today, Missourians all want new, 3-D architectural shingles that come in an assortment of patterns, colors and shades. This style of roofing hides any imperfections caused by inclement weather and has massive curb appeal with its stunning three-dimensional layering illusion.

Why Leawood Roofing Experts Choose Architectural Shingles

Homeowners who like the look of slate, cedar shake or Spanish tile can get the same appearance without the heaviness or high cost with architectural shingles. This style of shingle is also more durable than the old three-tab shingles because they’re made with a heavy base mat and another mat applied on top. Your rooftop will have shadow lines and definition just like the more expensive tile roofs.

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Overland Park Roofing Contractor Eclipse Roofing, inc. Earns Coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award for the sixth consecutive year. Award reflects company’s consistently high level of customer service Eclipse Roofing, inc. has been awarded the prestigious 2010 Angie’s List Super Service Award, an honor bestowed annually on approximately 5 percent of all the companies rated on the nation’s leading provider of consumer reviews on local service companies. “Our Super Service Award winners are the cream of the crop when it comes to providing consistently high quality customer service, as judged by the customers who hired them,” said Angie Hicks, founder of Angie’s List. Eclipse Roofing, Inc. is a residential roofing company that specializes in pitched roof applications. We work all over the Kansas City metro area on existing and new construction homes. Jeff Pendergraft started Eclipse Roofing, Inc. in January 2003 after working for four years in the roofing industry for another local company.  Eclipse Roofing has built its reputation on a consistent referral business of satisfied customers. We have received the Super Service Award from Angie’s List for five of the last six years. Jeff lives in Overland Park with his wife Mindi and three children, Audrey, Hank and Ruby. Angie’s List Super Service Award winners have met strict eligibility requirements including earning a minimum number of reports, an exemplary rating from their customers and abiding by Angie’s List operational guidelines. Service company ratings are updated daily on Angie’s List,but members can find the 2010 Super Service Award logo next to company names in search results on AngiesList.com.

  Angie’s List collects consumer reviews on local contractors and doctors in more than 500 service categories. Currently, more than 1 million consumers across the U.S. rely on Angie’s List to help them make the best hiring decisions. Members get unlimited access to local ratings via Internet or phone, exclusive discounts, the Angie’s List magazine and help from the Angie’s List complaint resolution service. Take a quick tour of Angie’s List and view the latest Angie’s List news.

To hire a good roofing contractor in 66204, 66207, 66210, 66212, and 66213, contact Eclipse Roofing today!

GAF Announces Groundbreaking Lifetime

Limited Warranty On All Of Its Laminated

Roofing Shingles

Homeowners To Benefit From Multiple Decades Increase In Warranted Performance*

WAYNE, NJ (1/2011) – GAF, North America’s largest roofing and ventilation manufacturer, is announcing groundbreaking changes to its laminated shingle warranties.  Effective January 1, 2011, every GAF laminated shingle, including all Timberline^®shingles—the #1-selling shingles in North America—will be covered by a lifetime ltd. warranty when installed on single family residences (see ltd. warranty for complete coverage and restrictions).  GAF will no longer offer any laminated shingles with just a 30-year or 40-year warranty, a first for any roofing manufacturer.

This revolutionary change has been made possible by GAF’s Advanced Protection^™ technology, which was first introduced in 2007.  This innovative shingle technology has resulted in shingles that offer improved performance, including superior durability and wind resistance.  GAF is so confident in the performance of its Advanced Protection^™ shingles that it has decided to make this unprecedented improvement in its warranties.

“As a company, we are committed to advanced quality, industry-leading expertise, and solutions that make our customers’ lives simple — which is what this warranty upgrade is all about,” stated Bob Tafaro, President and CEO of GAF. “Contractors will benefit from knowing that they can stand with confidence behind every installation of GAF laminated shingles.  Homeowners will benefit from knowing that their installed shingles are warranted for a lifetime, adding significant value to their home.”

GAF has also upgraded the coverage of its Golden Pledge^® and System Plus limited warranties, which are offered exclusively by its GAF-certified contractors.

“We are especially excited to announce this warranty upgrade, given that 2011 is GAF’s 125th anniversary as a company. At a time when Americans are facing so much uncertainty about the future, you can be sure that GAF will be there decades from now to stand by the performance of our roofing products.  This warranty upgrade will reinforce both our leadership position in the industry and our promise of excellence to our customers,” said Tafaro.

Complete details about these changes, including certificates confirming coverage and explaining the new terms which contractors can use with homeowners, can be found at www.gaf.com/upgrade.

*See www.gaf.com for specific warranty terms and conditions

Leawood Roofing Disasters  – Avoid Them!

The roof on your home is the first line of defense against the elements of nature, such as high winds, heavy rain, sleet and snow. Conducting a complete inspection-inside and out-each spring can help avoid costly problems later on.

Look for these key danger signals so you can prevent a Disaster:

-Water, water, anywhere? A home inspection should start with a check for leaks in the attic. This can occur and be most obvious after heavy, driving rains. Also walk through each room of the house and inspect walls and ceilings. Ceiling spots can be another warning sign your Leawood roof needs repairs. And peeling of interior or exterior paint or wallpaper, sometimes from excessive moisture or high humidity, can be a sign of possible inadequate attic ventilation. If more ventilation is needed, it can be relatively easy and inexpensive to install-even if you don’t need a new roof.

-Crack down on cracks! The most common leak sources on the outside include cracks in flashing around the chimney and vents, or worn-out, decayed or missing shingles. Check your gutters for debris, including granules in the gutter. If you find an excessive amount of granules, it may indicate aging shingles that should be replaced. While up there, check for any missing, cracked or curled shingles. These should be replaced quickly to avoid structural damage to your roof deck and the interior of your home. If any shingles are blistered, decayed or “dirty looking,” they need to be replaced, too.

If you find any of these potential problems and are in need of repairs, the first and most important step to take is to find a competent Contractor.

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Poorly installed or constructed roofing systems waste American homeowners billions of dollars every year, according to GAF Materials Corporation, North America’s largest roofing manufacturer. Fortunately, most risks can be avoided with a professional roofing  system that is correctly installed, maintained and/or repaired.

Eclipse Roofing has been servicing the Kansas City Metro area for many years and has built a reputation on reliability and superior workmanship. Eclipse has received Angie’s List Super Service Award for the last 6 years and has hundreds of rave reviews from extremely satisfied customers in Leawood and the surrounding areas.

Call Eclipse Roofing Companies, Your #1 Leawood Roofing Company Today at 913-262-4700 or Click Here to Receive a Free Estimate