Recent Roofing Blog Posts

  1. 6 Tips for Building an Eco-Friendly Home

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    Given the current state of the environment, homeowners everywhere are looking for opportunities to enhance their homes with eco-friendly features. If you have the opportunity to build a new home, you may be prioritizing efficiency to both reduce your carbon footprint and save money on energy costs. Fortunately, going green doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated.  Read on for some tips for …Read More

  2. Factors to Consider When Choosing a Roof Color

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    Are you investing in a new roof? This is an exciting decision to make for your home, as it can completely change the appearance of your house. One of the biggest decisions you will make in terms of the aesthetic of your roof is which color you will use.    These days, there is a wide array of colors to choose from when you select the shingles for your roof. This wealth of choice may be excit…Read More

  3. Simple Curb Appeal Tips for Selling Your Home

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    When you’re selling your home, one of the primary areas where you will focus your attention is making sure your house looks attractive to potential buyers. These days, it’s more difficult than ever to be competitive in the real estate market. Here in Nashville, there are hundreds if not thousands of people selling their homes, and home buyers have more access than ever to listings. They don’…Read More

  4. Home Buyers: Beware of Roofs in Need of Repair

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    Buying a new home is an exciting experience. You have the opportunity to dream about a new start for your family, and every house you view could be the next place to call your own. Once you have chosen your new home, the last thing you want to deal with is the headache of major home repairs. While a basic inspection will reveal what needs to be fixed prior to sale, one very important part of the h…Read More

  5. Don’t DIY These Common Home Repairs

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    When you’re a homeowner, there are a lot of projects around the house that you can take on yourself. Whether you’re staining the kitchen cabinets or unclogging the toilet, DIY can be empowering. However, there are some tasks that should be left to the professionals. There are several types of repairs that may seem easy, but can go quite terribly if done wrong. Plumbing Sure, a capable DIYer ca…Read More

  6. Don’t Put Off Roof Repairs — Here’s Why

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    Owning a home is a lot of work. Even just maintaining the interior of your home can feel like a full-time job, so forget about the siding, lawn, and roof! You may notice a small leak or the smell of mildew in your attic, but decide to look the other way for now. After all, other repairs need to be attended to around the house — you can put off the roof repairs for a bit, right? Wrong. Here’s t…Read More

  7. A Comprehensive Guide to the Types of Metal Roofs

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    If you’re looking to install a new roof on your home, you may consider a metal roof. These days, more and more homeowners are interested in metal roofing because it is durable, eco-friendly, and long-lasting. Metal roofing is also largely customizable, so you can design it according to your home’s aesthetics. Yet the decision-making process doesn’t end at choosing to install a metal roof. Yo…Read More

  8. Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Roof

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    Spring is finally here, which means many wonderful things: the birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming, and the sun is finally out. Spring is a time for renewal. You’re probably feeling more like yourself, are eager to spend more time outdoors, and may be planning your next great adventure for this summer. Not to mention, you have to get your spring cleaning checklist in order so you can st…Read More

  9. 5 Ways to Avoid Unnecessary Commercial Roofing Expenses

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    You own or operate a commercial building. You need a new roof. How do you find a metal roofing contractor in Tennessee? With a wide array of roofers in the area, you have an abundance of options. The roofer you choose, however, is the one that will determine how well the next five, 10, or even 20 years of your new roof will go. It’s no surprise why others like you take their time in choosing a r…Read More

  10. Know Your Roof Shape Before Installing A Metal Roof

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    Did you know that the shape of your roof may determine which type of roofing material you can and cannot use on your home? For most, this is real news and it makes them question buying their home. At Sparks Roofing, we want you to know that you’re not alone. It can be tough to realize that you’re limited to certain roofing material choices. However, we have a roofing material solution that can…Read More