by Rhoden Roofing | Oct 31, 2025 | Blog, Lifespan, Roof Inspection
What Are Asphalt Shingles and What Do They Do? Asphalt shingles are overlapping roof coverings made of a fiberglass mat, a layer of asphalt, and mineral granules. They are designed to shed water off the roof while withstanding impacts and UV radiation. Approximately...
by Rhoden Roofing | Oct 23, 2025 | Blog, Lifespan, Roof Inspection
What Are Powered Attic Fans and What Do They Do? A powered attic fan is an electrically powered roof-mounted ventilation device that actively exhausts warm and moist air from the attic space. Unlike static vents, it uses a dedicated motor, thermostat, and humidistat...
by Rhoden Roofing | Oct 22, 2025 | Blog, Commercial Roofing Project, Wichita
Commercial roofing projects aren’t fun. For you, the property manager, it’s another plate to spin — permits, budgets, timelines. For your tenants? It’s noise, dust, restricted access, and “What The truth is, most roofing contractors don’t prepare you for the part that...
by Rhoden Roofing | Oct 20, 2025 | Blog, Lifespan, Roof Inspection
What Are Gutters & Downspouts and What Do They Do? Gutters collect rainwater that flows from the roof and directs it to downspouts, which carry runoff safely away from the home. Together, they form the drainage system that protects roofs, siding, and foundations...
by Rhoden Roofing | Oct 14, 2025 | Blog, Roof Replacement, Wichita
It’s 8:06 a.m. on a spring morning in Wichita. You’re finishing your first cup of coffee when—BOOM. BANG. SCREEECH. The calm Kansas breeze is instantly replaced by what sounds like a demolition derby on your rooftop. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “How loud is roof...
by Rhoden Roofing | Oct 13, 2025 | Blog, Lifespan, Roof Inspection
What is Headwall Flashing and What Does It Do? Headwall flashing is a metal piece that’s installed where a sloped roof meets a vertical wall, like where a dormer intersects with the roofline down slope. It directs water away from that roof-to-wall transition,...