Considering a tile roof? Tile is a popular and durable roofing material, but you need to understand the drawbacks, too. Get a free estimate on any new roof installation or repair. Tile roofs have a pleasing look with Mt. Wilson and the San Gabriel Mountains in the background, so they look nice whether you live…
You have plenty of options for a new roof, if you’re thinking of having one installed. But before diving in further let’s see if you need a new roof. Older shingles that curl at the edges are classic signs that your roof is aging and should be replaced. Excessive granules in gutters is another sign.…
If selling your home is likely during 2022 or in the next few years in the San Gabriel Valley then make sure your roof and insulation are in good shape. Reports from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows the value of roofing and insulation: “According to Realtors, home buyers love a new roof, which…
Know these roofing basics so you can have a better understanding of what it means to repair or install a new roof. Every trade has its own terms so bookmark this and use it as a reference. Choosing the best roofing contractor is important. In the San Gabriel Valley, Thomas Garvey is a local roofing…
Your home is a major financial commitment so when it comes to spending money on it, you want to make sure that all the costs are important, like your roof, and it’s money spent well. So it’s no surprise that the number one question that Thomas Garvey gets asked about roofs is repeated over and…
Homes throughout the San Gabriel Valley have a vast variety of roofs and roofing materials. How do you as a homeowner choose the one that’s best for your home? Let’s consider: the age and style of your home the location your roof’s condition your budget your goals as a homeowner Let’s look at roofs…
Commercial roofs are a part of the building we usually forget about until a leak springs in the winter rains. Yet, a roof on a warehouse, apartment, retail store or church is protecting an investment ranging from hundreds of thousands to tens of millions of dollars. Commercial roofs are everywhere—from the restaurants of downtown…
Asphalt shingles, also known as composition shingles, are a trusted roofing material used on homes throughout the San Gabriel Valley—from Alhambra to Azusa and every city in between. Thomas Garvey is a local roofing contractor with an office in Monrovia and he’s been servicing homes throughout the valley for over thirty years. He offers free…
Roofing Materials for a Lifetime Roof A new roof that you install can last a lifetime if the work is done properly and that includes laying a plywood decking just right and using the best roofing materials for the underlayment. Roofing contractor Thomas Garvey, owner of Garvey Roofing has worked in cities around the…
It’s hard to believe it’s winter in the San Gabriel Valley as we’ve had summer-like weather with people playing in the parks around Sierra Madre, Pasadena and Temple City. But a few heavy rains can still hit and you might notice a leak in your roof.…