HIRE THE BEST: ROOF REPAIR AND ROOF INSTALLATION EXPERTS in south Florida.
YOUR ROOF IS NO LESS THAN 10% OF YOUR TOTAL HOME VALUE.
HIRE THE BEST: ROOF REPAIR AND ROOF INSTALLATION EXPERTS in south Florida.
YOUR ROOF IS NO LESS THAN 10% OF YOUR TOTAL HOME VALUE.
Are You Needing a Roof Repair?
Leading Roofing Company in south Florida.
New Roof Installation on your home might be the single largest expenditure you’ll ever put into it. It can account for 40% of a home’s exterior, and no other investment will increase the value and attractiveness of your home like a new roof. If a new roof is in your future, the people to call are at General Construction & Engineering Services located in South of Florida, phone (786) 402 7810 or (786) 636 5603 . They have proven themselves time and again by constructing quality roofs that have stood the test of time.
They are familiar with all of the various roofing materials on the market and can suggest the type best suited to your home. Their experienced employees can install asphalt shingles, cedar, tile, slate or metal roofing on your home or business. These professionals are knowledgeable in all facets of the roofing business and can offer expert advice on repairing and replacing roofs on residential and commercial buildings.
People choose General Construction & Engineering Services because of how many glowing reports from their former customers. Their quality workmanship, fair prices and attention to detail have won them the admiration of the entire area. It has even been said that they left their customer’s property cleaner than when they arrived. When you need a new roof or roof repair, call General Construction & Engineering Services and be assured of a great job at a great price.
Our roofers are comprehensively trained on every aspect of the roofing process to ensure your expectations are exceeded at every facet of your roof replacement, repair or first-time construction.
A Distinguishing Specialty In Roof Services
We install all types of roofing materials from asphalt and heavy tri-laminate materials to wood shake and tile. General Construction & Engineering Services specializes in commercial and residential roofing. After a detailed onsite inspection, our highly trained and qualified roofing contractors can provide customers with cost effective and appropriate solutions. Extreme care is taken throughout the installation, providing fast and safe execution with top quality materials guaranteeing lasting value for a home or business.
Our representatives are equipped with the appropriate media (i.e. cellular phones, digital cameras, etc.) and work gear. We are well-staffed and can usually respond to an estimate inquiry within 24 hours. Roof work, depending on material availability, can be completed in as little as one week.
Types and Styles
Roof shingles are a roof covering consisting of individual overlapping elements. These elements are typically flat, rectangular shapes laid in courses from the bottom edge of the roof up, with each successive course overlapping the joints below. Shingles are made of various materials such as wood, slate, flagstone, metal, plastic, and composite materials such as fiber cement and asphalt shingles.
Asphalt shingle Roof Installation & Roof Repair
An asphalt shingle is a type of wall or roof shingle that uses asphalt for waterproofing. It is one of the most widely used roofing covers because it has a relatively inexpensive up-front cost and is relatively simple to install. The make of asphalt shingles come in two types: organic and fiberglass.
Fire-resistant differences:
- Organic types: Their organic core leaves them more prone to fire damage, resulting in a maximum class “B” FM fire rating. They are also less brittle than fiberglass shingles in cold weather.
- Fiberglass: Fiberglass reinforcement was devised as the replacement for asbestos in organic mat shingles. These shingles resist fire better than those with organic/paper mats, making them eligible for as high as a class “A” rating.
Cedar Roof Installation & Roof Repair
Cedar shingles are from natural, renewable materials that are biodegradable. They offer some energy benefits, too. They help to insulate the attic and allow the house to breathe, circulating air through the small openings under the felt rows on which cedar shingles are laid. Creating a more energy-efficient home saving costs on your heating and cooling bills.
Difference Between Wood Shingles & Shakes
Wood roofing comes in two style types of wood shingles or wood shakes. The only difference is the appearance of your cedar roof once installed. Cedar shingles are machine cut and tapered off for a crisp and clean appearance, while cedar shakes are hand-split giving them a more rustic appeal.
Functionally, an essential difference between cedar shakes and shingles is that shingles are milled more precisely than shakes. Cedar shakes are more irregular and don’t lay as flat when installed. Creating gaps which can be penetrated by windblown precipitation, so professional installation is a must.
If you have a traditional or historical style-home, a cedar roof will increase its aesthetic appeal, creating a more natural look that weathers to a beautiful silver-gray. Due to fire risks, cedar roofing has declined in popularity, but newer cedar shingles and cedar shakes are now treated with fire retardant, making them a safer option. Cedar shingle roofs are also an excellent option for high wind areas and roofs with a steep pitch.
How long do cedar shingle roofs last?
The lifespan of your cedar shingle roof if well maintained you can get at least 20 to 25 years out of your wood roof. Generally, the thicker the cedar shingle, the longer-lasting. Cedar shingles come in a variety of grades, based mainly on where the wood is cut from, the center of the tree is the strongest part, and also the priciest.
Beyond its unique aesthetic appeal, one of the primary benefits of a cedar shingle roof is its relatively low weight compared to other roofing materials. Compared to clay tiles or slate roofing, cedar shingles weigh very little, yet still, offer adequate strength and moisture protection.
Tile Roof Installation & Roof Repair
Gcespros specializes in various tile roofing. Tile roofing like most roofing comes in a variety of styles, colors, and chemical make-up.
We specialize in the inspection and maintenance of clay and concrete tile roofing. Our services include tile roof inspections, tile roofing repairs, and maintenance.
Many roofers aren’t experienced with tile and are unable to solve any tile roofing problems, or properly repair any issues with the roof. We are the experts when it comes to tile roof repair – including all types of slate, clay, concrete, and light-weight tile roofs.
Traditional roofing tiles are made from slate or fired clay products, but more modern types are made from concrete. Roofing tiles can come in many shapes: curved, flat, fluted, or interlocking. Clay and concrete tile roofs have been known to withstand hail, high winds, and even fire. Clay, concrete, and slate tiles come in a wide variety of colors and styles to match any home style, from Medieval to Contemporary European. Some styles even resemble traditional shingles or wood shakes. Unlike wood, tiles, roofs will never decay. The dense thermal mass of tiles will help regulate indoor temperatures. Once you install tile, you will never have to install another type of roofing again. Just in case, manufacturers will offer a 50-year warranty.
Slate Roof Installation & Roof Repair
Some of the oldest homes in the nation wear slate tiles on their roofs. This elegant stone roofing is known as one of the longest-lasting shingles still on the market today, prized for its beauty, durability, and longevity. Like all roofs, however, it does have its drawbacks as well as its advantages.
Advantages of a Slate Roof
The most significant benefit of installing a slate roof on your home is the appearance and compared to other roofing materials; the slate roof is highly fire-resistant. Slate roof tiles are made of 100% natural stone and have a natural cleft surface with beautiful color variation ranging over the entire roof. Slate roof tiles are also extremely durable, outlasting the buildings they are installed on in some cases. Installed and cared for properly it is not unheard of for a slate roof to last 150 years or more.
In addition to being beautiful and durable, slate roof tiles are also fireproof and environmentally friendly. The tiles being of natural stone don’t give off VOCs or other pollution during manufacturing. They can also be recycled after they are used on the roof or if they outlast the building they’re on. They can also help to insulate the home below them, which can lower energy costs in the houses that use them.
Disadvantages of a Slate Roof
The most significant downsides to a slate roof are the expense and the installation. Slate roofs can cost as much as $1000 to $6000 a square installed, with many homes needing multiple squares to complete the roof. Slate tiles may not be gauged, which means they can vary in thickness, while the tiles can also spall or shed layers during the installation process. Hire only Qualified Local Contractors.
The other biggest drawback to using a slate roof is the weight. Slate roof tiles are hefty, and the roof deck needs to be reinforced to hold the weight. A slate roof can weigh anywhere from 800 to 1500 pounds; you need to have your home surveyed to determine if it can support this weight before having it installed.
Finally, while a slate roof can last for what seems like forever if you have a contractor that needs to walk on it, much damage can be done very quickly if they don’t know what they’re doing. Additionally, if you do lose or break tiles, it can be challenging to find replacements that match. Because slate is a natural stone, the color variation from lot to lot can be so extreme that you may have a patch that stands out a mile.
Beautiful Curb Appeal
With its longevity and curb appeal, most people that opt for a slate roof do so with the knowledge of the expense and other drawbacks. Weigh these carefully as you make your decision to ensure the right choice.
Metal Roof Installation & Roof Repair
