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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


Kidd Roofing Awarded the Prestigious GAF Master Elite Consumer Protection Excellence Award for 2011

Posted on Friday, July 24th, 2020 at 2:23 am    

Kidd Roofing has been awarded the prestigious GAF Master Elite Consumer Protection Excellence Award for 2011. This coveted industry award recognizes Kidd Roofing’s dedication to helping consumers better understand their roofing options, and helping the consumer make educated roofing decisions. Kidd Roofing achieved this goal by installing at least 100 system roofs with enhanced warranties… Read More


Kidd Roofing Receives Triple Excellence Award from GAF

Posted on Tuesday, May 7th, 2013 at 2:12 am    

Of one hundred twenty-seven contractors in the country, Kidd Roofing of Austin, Texas has received all three of the prestigious 2012 GAF Master Elite Excellence Awards. This award recognizes: Consumer Protection Excellence Training Excellence Installation Excellence Kidd Roofing provides superior quality roof system installations as well as dedication and continuous commitment to excellence in customer… 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


Kidd Roofing partners with Habitat for Humanity

Posted on Tuesday, September 6th, 2011 at 2:26 am    

GAF and Kidd Roofing provide roofing materials and installation for two Habitat for Humanity of Williamson County houses Georgetown, TX, August 31, 2011 — GAF and Kidd Roofing are partnering with Habitat for Humanity of Williamson County to provide roofing materials and professional installation for a local Habitat house. The installation and materials donations are… Read More


Kidd Roofing Named Top 100 Contractors of 2011

Posted on Friday, August 12th, 2011 at 2:28 am    

Kidd Roofing is honored to have made Roofing Contractor Magazine’s 2011 Top 100 list again this year. Kidd Roofing was even featured in the article! Read below… 2011 Top 100 Roofing Contractors by Tom Watts July 28, 2011 They set themselves apart from the rest of the industry not only because of the revenue they… Read More