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Shingle Warranties Explained

Posted on Friday, July 24th, 2020 at 2:36 am    

As an Austin roofing company, one question that we are constantly asked at Kidd Roofing by homeowners is, “What do shingle warranties really cover?” If you’ve ever read one of the shingle manufacturer warranties, it’s long and contains a lot of legal talk. You almost need to be an attorney to understand it! These limited… Read More


Choosing a Roofing Contractor

Posted on Friday, July 24th, 2020 at 2:31 am    

The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) has developed a check-list for evaluating roofing contractors. Since buying a new roof is an important investment, be sure to research any potential roofing contractors that you may hire. All roofing contractors are not alike, and NRCA recommends that you prequalify roofing contractors to get the job done right… Read More


Largest Roof Repair in History

Posted on Monday, July 16th, 2012 at 2:17 am    

The largest and most expensive roof repair job neared completion in New Orleans, Louisiana, back in 2006. This time it was hurricane-proof. The Superdome is home to the NFL’s New Orleans Saints. When Hurricane Katrina tore through the city in 2005, powerful wind and rain ripped the roof off the city’s Superdome. As the project… Read More


The Roof Construction of St. Basil’s Cathedral

Posted on Friday, June 29th, 2012 at 2:21 am    

St. Basil’s Cathedral was constructed in 16th century Russia during the reign of Tsar Ivan IV. The cathedral commemorates a military victory against Mongol forces, in which Kazan was captured by the Russians. The layout of the cathedral consists of a central church surrounded by eight smaller chapels. Each of the chapels is associated with… Read More