Designer Roofing Blog

Don’t Staple Christmas Lights to Your Roof!
Whether your decorations are minimal, or you’re at all-out war with the neighbors, let us help you protect your home from damage this holiday season.

Metal Roofing for Your Historic Home
Lightweight metal roofing is a great choice for historic homes, placing less stress on older house frames — and it can be historically accurate, too!

6 Reasons to Get a Roof Inspection in Dallas
Make time to schedule a free roof inspection. You’ll find it’s worth the peace of mind to know that your home is safe, secure, and protected.

Tamko Lamarite “Slate” Has Been Discontinued! What to Do if You Have a Lamarite Roof
Tamko Lamarite, a rubber-like shingle designed to look like slate, turned out to warp and curl after several months or years of exposure to the sun.

Do Metal Roofs Interfere with Cell Phone Reception?
Short answer: No, a new metal roof will not cause problems with your cell phone reception. We have installed thousands of metal roofs across

Hail Guide Part II: How to Fix Hail Damage on Your Roof
Hail damage on the roof means that your shingles have small bare spots where the asphalt is exposed to sunlight and begins to degrade.

Hail Guide Part I: How to Prepare Your Home for Hail Storms
Spring storm season can be brutal in Texas. Learn how to prepare for hail storms so that your roof, your family, and all your things make it through to the summer.

Choosing the Best Metal Roof Colors for Your Home
What are the best metal roof colors for your house? We install a wide range of metal roof colors, from red to green and everything inbetween.

The Designer Roofing Glossary: A Homeowner’s Guide to Roofing Terms
What’s a square? Where are your hip ridges? If you need to brush up on your roofing terms, we’ve got you covered from fascia to flashing.

How Long Does a Roof Last in Texas?
Between rough spring storms and scorching summer heat, Texas roofs take a beating. Here’s how long you can expect yours to last.

Buying a New Home? A Roof Inspection Will Save You Money
Your roof is one of the most critical (and expensive!) parts of the home, so don’t buy a house without getting a roof inspection first.

What Is a Composition Roof?
Most residential roofing today is composition shingle, made of layers of asphalt and fiberglass coated with small granules.