Category Archives: Roofing Services

Hurricane Season is Over – Now What?

Posted on December 3, 2011 | Leave a comment

Hurricane season is finally over. So now what do we do as as home and property owners in South Florida? We are often most scared by the possibility of high winds and heavy rains that the hurricane season bring. June to November brings a whole new home improvement dynamic to South Florida. As roofers in Palm Beach County we see it each year. While extreme weather is certainly a legitimate concern, we must be vigilant about weatherproofing our buildings all year round.

We mustn’t be complacent regarding our roofs. Cooler air will be enjoyed by all of South Florida for several months, but significant changes in weather , like the transition from hto and humid to cool and dry take a toll on our roofing systems. These fluctuations, if not prepared for, can start to cause problems in the property’s weather barriers – especially if the roof is not properly maintained.

We should therefor be proactive about the possibility of stress-related penetrations in our building envelopes.

Scheduling a licensed and insured roofer to examine your roof and find weak areas may be extremely valuable not only in extending the life of the roofing system, but also in preventing what could be extremely costly interior leaks as a result of even the smallest of leaks.

We look forward to evaluating your roof at absolutely no cost. Please call us at 561.337.6798 today!

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Posted in Hurrican Season, Preventative Maintenance, Roofing Services

Roofing in a Gated Community

Posted on May 20, 2011 | Leave a comment

Some homeowners overlook the fact that when they live in a gated community, they are not only subject to the rules and regulations of the city or municipality, but also of the community itself. Often community and Home Owner Association bylaws will mandate that homeowners install certain roofing materials and colors in order to conform to the community’s overall aesthetic. This means that when a homeowner, in a gated community (or any community with an Association), decides to redo the roof they should first speak to the Home Owners Association to understand any limitations that they may have. They may also need to formally apply for approval from the HOA.

Then, communicating HOA regulations with their roofing contractor will prevent a potentially costly mistake in the future. Home Owners should be sure to understand roofing requirements early and keep an open line of communication with their roofing contractor in order to make the process as smooth and worry free as possible.

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Keep Your Home Cooler for Less

Posted on April 5, 2011 | Leave a comment

Living in South Florida definitely has its advantages – warm weather, abundant sunshine, and beautiful beaches, just to name a few.  But there are also challenges to living here, such as extreme storms, heat, and strong Ultra Violet rays that wreak havoc on our properties. Because of these factors, utility bills can escalate quickly as property owners try to keep their buildings cool, especially during the summer months. Garabar offers a building improvement application to beat the heat and save you money – Energy Efficient Insulation.

Outfitting your home or commercial property with any of our TotalEfficiency insulation products means that your insulation will last longer and will work more efficiently to keep your home cool. Our energy efficient insulation confirms to efficient insulation thickness guidelines, ensuring that it will last for years to come, rather than deteriorating over time.  Each of the insulation products in our TotalEfficiency division also has a higher “R-value” or resistance to heat flow. A higher R-value means that your property will stay cooler and your air conditioning system will work more efficiently, possibly increasing its lifespan too.

Adding an energy efficient insulation system to your property means that your home or commercial building will stay cooler longer. It means lessening the strain on cooling equipment and as a result cutting energy consumption drastically.
Learn more about lower temperatures and lower bills for the summer! Call us today and ask about our Energy Efficient Insulation and other products in our TotalEfficiency portfolio. Tel: 561.337.6798.

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Posted in Energy Efficient, Roofing Services, Uncategorized

Attic Ventilation – Help Your Home Breathe

Posted on March 18, 2011 | Leave a comment

Here in sunny South Florida, we have to deal with some pretty intense temperatures. As we step into the spring season, more and more homeowners are beginning their yearly spring-cleaning. For some of us, that means cleaning out or storing things in the attic. With temperatures rising, this can be a truly miserable process. And this doesn’t just create problems for moving around up there – excessive heat will also create moisture, which can rot and weaken ceilings and roofs. To effectively beat the heat, make sure your home is properly ventilated.

As GAF-Elk Master Elite Certified Contractors, we recommend using the Cobra® Fascia Flow Premium Intake Ventilation. This application provides exceptional air circulation that pulls in cool air and drives out heat and moisture through your roof’s exhaust ventilation. Fascia Flow is a better choice than some other leading ventilation systems as the installation requires no cutting away at the roof deck in areas that are susceptible to wind-driven rain. This system works with your gutters and is specially tested to hold up with fully loaded residential gutters, even with extreme rain and debris. Made with durable PVC, this system is sleek and paint-able for any home design. Plus it doesn’t require maintenance like wood or traditional fascia materials call for.

This simple installation will greatly reduce heat and moisture build-up in your attic and roof, saving you plenty of money on roof and ceiling repairs and will extend the overall life of your roof. For more information on Cobra® Fascia Flow Premium Intake Ventilation Systems and how to improve your roof and attic ventilation, contact our professional roofing team at (561) 337-6798 or visit us online at www.garabar.com.

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Posted in Product Spotlight, Roofing Services

Quality Service Still Wins

Posted on February 15, 2011 | Leave a comment

Recently, we’ve used many fun & new methods to promote our business. You may have seen us on Facebook, received our e-Newsletter or even seen a Google ad during the last rainfall. While we have seen these methods work for us, we have found that what truly works best is to out-serve our competition.

Here in South Florida, the market for roofing and general construction is saturated with companies ranging from the very small to the very large. With little effort, any diligent property owner can search for and find a residential or commercial roofer that can provide for their specific needs. Understanding this, we have decided that we will stand out from the rest by offering more. One of the ways we aim to do this is by simply taking care of the client’s property as if it were our own. For example, rather than leaving a static dumpster, we use a disposal truck and drive it out every day, so as not to impede the property’s aesthetics. We remove all debris and collect nails and other fallen debris through a thorough cleaning process so that the property looks even better than when we arrived.

We love it when a client tells us how pleased they are with our work and with the way their property looks. And we are filled with pride when that client uses our services again or refers us to friend. From the beginning to the end, our job is all about serving people. With this in mind, it only seems logical to serve more in order to be the best.

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