The Importance of Roofing Warranties
A new roof is like buying a new car, often it’s a big and necessary purchase and although they come with warranties, those warranties come with conditions. Just like a car, a roof has to be maintained. Roofers and material manufacturers by and large offer good warranties on your roof, however you may not always read this one important exclusion from the warranty: WARRANTY EXCLUSION DUE TO LACK OF ROOF MAINTENANCE.
Roofing materials have come a long way over the years and today they withstand daily fluctuations in weather better than they ever have. Having said that the cold-hot, dry-wet cycles take a toll. As such the roofing system has to be evaluated yearly for penetrations, broken or ripped shingles, tiles etc and mold. Each of these are enemies to any roofing system and leaving your roof untouched for years may invalidate that all important guarantee.
Many companies including Garabar, offer low cost maintenance programs that keep your roof in top shape for years. Please contact us for more information.
Add comment February 2, 2010
Product Spotlight – Slate Roofing
We blogged about our SlateCrafter certification by GAF and want to take this opportunity to let you know why the slate product from GAF is truly a fantastic and revolutionary product.
Typically slate roofing requires the roof to withstand a heavy load and not all roofs are suited to it. similarly due to the unique nature of slate, it was always an expensive roofing option. With GAF’s new TruSlate product, these downfalls are mostly eliminated. The TruSlate product is REAL slate, but it is less is much thinner than traditional slate tiles. It also has a nifty snap-in installation. What you get is a uniform slate look with less material and less weight while also saving on installation costs because it is so much easier for us.
If you’ve always wanted slate but never thought you could afford it, now’s the time to give us a ring.
Add comment December 15, 2009
Fort Lauderdale Home Show
We had a great showing in Fort Lauderdale at our largest Home Show of the year. Our roofing estimation software was a big hit and dozens of homeowners came to our booth to estimate the cost of re-roofing their homes. We look forward to seeing you again at the spring 2010 Palm Beach home show!
Add comment December 2, 2009
Fleet Additions – Roof Estimating Trucks
We’ve added three Ford Ranger pickup trucks to our fleet of vehicles. These Fords will serve as estimating trucks while our F-150s and Super Duty’s will continue to be used for crew and installation operations. The Rangers give our fleet a more nimble and economical stature, reducing gas costs and passing those saving on to the homeowner.
Add comment October 8, 2009
Roofing Estimates from the Sky!
We’ve enhanced our estimating capabilities by acquiring a program that allows us to measure a roof from the sky. This means we can estimate the roof before we arrive at the property and compare notes once we do our in-person estimate of the same roof. It also means you can now visit us at our showroom and get a ball-park estimate of the cost to replace your roof on the spot! What does this mean for you? More accurate quotes and the ability to get your quote on the spot. Our new program will be featured at the Palm Beach Home show in October.
1 comment September 26, 2009
2009 Business Matchmaker Conference Update
Yesterday’s conference was a big success. Jodi and Nora learned a lot of beneficial information including survival techniques that can be implemented in this challenging economy. They also had a chance to meet with many potential clients such as : South Florida Water Management District, The School District of Palm Beach County, Paragon, and Palm Tran.
Add comment August 6, 2009
Certified SBE Roofing Contractor in Florida
We’re delighted to report that we are now a certified Small Business Enterprise according to the School District of Palm Beach County Florida Office of Diversity in Business Practices. We were awarded this designation as a roofing contractor and a general contractor.
Add comment August 3, 2009
2009 Business Matchmaker Conference
Jodi will be attending the 2009 Business matchmaker Conference on Tuesday, August 4, 2009. The conference will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m at the South County Civic Center in Delray Beach. This conference will give us the opportunity to meet and do business with South Florida’s government and municipal agencies, as well as top small, minority, woman, and disadvantaged business enterprises at an event featuring workshops and one-on-one matchmaking opportunities.
Add comment August 3, 2009
Official Roofing Contractor of the SEFCC
Garabar, Inc. is proud to announce our new membership with the Southeast Florida Chamber of Commerce. Amongst many other benefits, this new membership will allow us to present our roofing showcases at their expos. Please visit the following link to see a picture of Jodi accepting our plaque from the SEFCC: http://www.sefcc.com/index.php?option=com_phocagallery&view=category&id=1&Itemid=61. Garabar is proud to be the official roofing contractor of the Southeast Florida Chamber and we look forward to a productive partnership over the next year.
Add comment July 31, 2009
