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One Roof Award

Andrew Schmidt

Showalter was one of five who received a national award from GAF honoring One Roof contractors for meeting our steep slope and commercial roofing clients' needs. We are very honored and proud to be one of the contractor...

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Asking the Right Questions

Andrew Schmidt

Ready for a new roof this spring? Whether you need a repair or complete replacement, you want to make sure you choose a contractor that is going to give you a quality, long-lasting roof to protect you, your family and yo...

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The Inspection Process

Andrew Schmidt

How do you know if a roof was effectively inspected? In order for a roof is inspected properly, all components (substrate, insulation, membrane, surfacing, flashings, metal terminations) should be thoroughly examined. Pr...

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International Roofing Expo Recognition

Andrew Schmidt

Dale Showalter had the privilege this week to receive an award on behalf of Showalter Roofing Service from the National Roofing Convention during the International Roofing Expo in Las Vegas. It was an honor for Showalte...

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Why You Should Have Your Roof Inspected

Andrew Schmidt

The good thing about the roof of your home is that you see it every day - which makes it easy to notice any areas that look abnormal or damaged. The following are reasons you should call for a roof inspection. Weather a...

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Look Out For Leaks

Andrew Schmidt

Some commercial facilities are so large that it can be difficult to predict where roof leaks may occur - until they actually happen. As your roof ages, certain areas are more prone to leaking - being aware of these areas...

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Showalter on CBS News

Andrew Schmidt

With warming temperatures and rain, many homeowners in the Chicago area are experiencing roof leaks. Check out CBS Chicago's segment on Showalter's ice dam removal! ......

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Don’t Hate, Insulate!

Andrew Schmidt

Midwest winters mean cold, cold temperatures (especially this winter!), which means you want to be sure your home is warm and comfortable. The easiest way to keep warm without an insanely high heating bill is to properly...

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Winter Roofing Safety

Andrew Schmidt

Dangerously cold temperatures or inches upon inches of snow blanketing the ground can be unsafe for anyone to be outside in. While many people can avoid being outside for too long in the winter, roofers and other outside...

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"I Would Certainly Recommend Them to Anybody That I Know"

Andrew Schmidt

Take a look at our latest customer testimonial from Unichem! ......

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Follow the Signs

Andrew Schmidt

You can tell a lot about why your roof is failing by what you see. Blisters, wrinkles and splits may all mean a different issue with the roof. By assessing the effects, you can determine what the cause of your roofing pr...

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Snow and Your Solar Panels

Andrew Schmidt

Does your home or commercial building have solar panels? Solar electric roofing systems regenerate electricity, save energy and water and reduce your bills. But what happens when snowfall covers the panels? Popular b...

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