Roofing

Record setting summer heat has increasingly made headlines in recent years. In many communities that All American Roofing serves in Delaware, Maryland and Pennsylvania, the large number of traditional flat black roof tops on residential and commercial buildings contribute to the problem because they absorb, retain and radiate heat. As a result the temperature in... [READ MORE]

Hey Jiminy… What’s a Cricket? Of course everybody knows what a cricket is. But contrary to what the average homeowner might think when they hear the phrase “Roof Cricket” or “Chimney Cricket”, we’re not talking about an insect or Pinocchio’s loveable sidekick. Instead, a roof cricket is an important structural element in a properly designed... [READ MORE]

Shingle roofing is one of the most practical and popular roofing systems in the industry. Decades of reliable use have earned shingles the reputation of offering highly durable protection at a cost-efficient price. To help you explore which shingles are best suited for your home, we walk through the specifics of shingle roofing here. When... [READ MORE]

Snow is beautiful and can be tons of fun to play in, but too much of a good thing can have adverse repercussions. Snow can impact travel and down electricity lines, but snow damaging your roof is a lesser thought of consequence that can also have serious effects. To help you combat the effects of... [READ MORE]

Commercial roofs are designed in many configurations to fit all sorts of purposes, but they all require specialized service. A commercial roof often has a low slope and a material that is vastly different from typical residential material. These unique specifications make using the right commercial roofer highly important. Many commercial roofs have a very low slope... [READ MORE]

When you hear that a storm is coming, what flashes through your mind? Lashing rain, pounding hail, or excessive snow are never pleasant to deal with, but powerful winds can be one of the most destructive forces of a storm. To help you better understand storm damage and prepare for future storms, we briefly walk through... [READ MORE]

The vast majority of residential roofs in the United States are made of composite or asphalt shingles. This is in large part due to the fact that there is a multitude of color and design options for shingle roofs in addition to boasting the lowest installation cost of residential roofing materials. Because of the popularity... [READ MORE]

Believe it or not, extreme temperatures have a huge effect on your roof. Each presents it’s own dangers, and so it’s important to know about them and prepare your home ahead of time. Here, we’ll go over how cold temperatures, and especially ice, can damage your roof. We’ll also go over prevention measures to keep... [READ MORE]

It is the American dream to own your own home complete with a white picket fence wrapped around your front yard, 2.5 kids and your very own dog named Sparky. Of course, there are a few things that we all take for granted when envisioning our version of the American Dream. For instance, we often... [READ MORE]

The roofing professionals from All American Roofing know that homeowners need to perform regular maintenance on their roof and roofing features to keep them looking great while they protect their home. We also know that in order to maintain your roof, you will need to get on to your roof to perform inspections to determine... [READ MORE]