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man inspecting hail damage on a roof
By Matt Burkey 20 Apr, 2018
The post Does your roof have hail damage? Learn what to look for. appeared first on Golden Rule Contractors.
a curling shingle
By Matt Burkey 16 Apr, 2018
The post Does Your Roof Need Work? 5 Questions to Ask appeared first on Golden Rule Contractors.
a blue hard hat siting on a table with pencils
By Matt Burkey 08 Mar, 2017
When it comes to choosing a roofing company, there’s certainly no shortage of them around to pick from. But how do you know that you’re going to get one that’s reputable, honest, and fair? Use these great tips, courtesy of the Better Business Bureau, for the best ways to select a reputable roofer! Find out […] The post Choosing a Roofing Contractor Wisely appeared first on Golden Rule Contractors.
a beautiful blue and white home with plants
By Matt Burkey 22 Feb, 2017
When the time comes for you to start thinking about replacing your roof, you know that there’s some major “adult-ing” to be done– especially if roof replacement is territory you’ve never ventured into before. We’re sure you’ve probably heard horror stories from well-meaning family and friends and neighbors about their roof replacement experiences. Golden Rule […] The post A Roofing Option for Every Home appeared first on Golden Rule Contractors.
leaves piled up in gutter
By Matt Burkey 18 Jan, 2017
2017 is officially here, which means that it’s time to set some resolutions for the new year! We know that most resolutions tend to revolve around health and money, so we’d like to provide you with some alternate roof-related suggestions. This doesn’t mean you can’t also resolve to trim down your waistline or save up […] The post Roof Resolutions appeared first on Golden Rule Contractors.
outdoor christmas light displays
By Matt Burkey 07 Dec, 2016
Tis the season for holiday lights galore! Some folks like just a few twinkle lights around the perimeter of their home while others go all out with decorations. That said, there are a few concrete “truths” when it comes to hanging up outdoor holiday lights. Other than adding to the festivity of the holidays, these […] The post Hanging Outdoor Christmas Lights Safely and Securely appeared first on Golden Rule Contractors.
close up of Christmas lights
By Matt Burkey 05 Dec, 2016
Thanksgiving is officially over, December 1st has come and gone, and there’s Christmas music playing on the radio non-stop. That means it’s time to decorate, right? Right! If you’re planning on putting up lights and decorations on the outside of your home, there are a few things to know before you start. Installing them incorrectly […] The post Holiday Decorating Without Roof Damage appeared first on Golden Rule Contractors.
icicles on roof
By Matt Burkey 09 Nov, 2016
Obviously, we all know what a roof is, but what about an ice dam? That’s something that not a lot of folks know much about. However, with winter on its way, we thought now would be a great time for a bit of ice education. An ice dam is just that– a dam. It’s a […] The post Roofs and Ice Dams – A Bad Combination appeared first on Golden Rule Contractors.
installing shingles
By Matt Burkey 26 Oct, 2016
The post Roofing: Not a DIY Project appeared first on Golden Rule Contractors.
snow piling on roof
By Matt Burkey 12 Oct, 2016
We know it’s only October and winter doesn’t “officially” start until December 21st. But let’s not forget, we live in Nebraska. Halloween has been postponed due to snowstorms many times and Thanksgiving Day often brings with it a massive 2-day ice storm. To put it mildly, things are a bit unpredictable when it comes to […] The post Winterizing Your Roof appeared first on Golden Rule Contractors.
Metal roofing close up with a big window
By Matt Burkey 21 Sep, 2016
With all the different roofing types and materials available in today’s market, it’s sometimes difficult to decide on what’s right for both your home and your budget. Keeping that in mind, we thought now would be a great time to bring you up to speed on one of the fastest growing roofing materials on the […] The post Everything you Need to Know About Metal Roofing appeared first on Golden Rule Contractors.
a man is using a drill to drill a hole in a roof
By Matt Burkey 28 Aug, 2016
When you hear the words “metal roofing” what comes to mind? If you’re like the majority of the population, then things like “warehouse” and “equipment shed” are probably some of the first images that pop into your head. And, up until recently, that’s pretty much the only places that metal roofs were found (with any […] The post What’s All the Hype About Metal Roofing? appeared first on Golden Rule Contractors.
men installing shingles on a roof
By Matt Burkey 24 Aug, 2016
Did you know that Golden Rule Contractors is a certified, “New Roof, No Mess” contractor? That’s right! What does this mean for you? It means that those of us at Golden Rule Contractors are just as concerned as you are about keeping your property and landscaping intact and undamaged throughout the roofing process. After all, […] The post New Roof, No Mess…Too Good to be True? We Think Not! appeared first on Golden Rule Contractors.
rain is falling from the roof of a house .
By Matt Burkey 27 Jul, 2016
If your roof sustained any damage from the storms in Lincoln this past spring, you’ve probably heard the phrase “impact resistant shingles” more times in the last few months than you have in the last several years. That’s because a roof is only as good as the products used in its construction. Every year, homeowners […] The post What are Impact Resistant Shingles and are they for Me? appeared first on Golden Rule Contractors.
Fireworks
By Matt Burkey 20 Jul, 2016
The 4th of July for 2016 has come and gone and now it’s time to get back to work. As roofers, we’ve seen pretty much everything when it comes to “ways your roof can be ruined,’ including fireworks. If you’ve ever performed your own mini-pyrotechnics show in your driveway and watched sparks and debris rain […] The post Fireworks and your Roof appeared first on Golden Rule Contractors.
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