by Rhoden Roofing | Sep 4, 2025 | Blog, Residential Roofing, Roof Components, Roof Inspection
What Is a Step Flashing & What Does it Do? Step flashing is a series of individual metal pieces installed where a roof surface meets a vertical wall, such as a chimney or dormer. Each piece is woven between an interlocking shingle course, with one half of the step...
by Rhoden Roofing | Sep 3, 2025 | Blog, Residential Roofing, Roof Components, Roof Inspection
What Is a Pipe Boot & What Does it Do? Also called pipe jacks or pipe flashings, pipe boots provide a watertight seal between pipes or other round roof terminations and the roof itself. They are used to seal plumbing vents, radon exhaust vents, bath fan...
by Rhoden Roofing | Sep 2, 2025 | Blog, Residential Roofing, Roof Components, Roof Inspection
What Is Heater Flue Flashing and What Does It Do? Heater flue flashing seals the area where a heater’s vent pipe passes through the roof’s surface, preventing water intrusion while allowing exhaust gases to escape safely. Heater flues are installed on nearly every...
by Rhoden Roofing | Aug 5, 2025 | Blog, How To, Residential Roofing, Roof Inspection
This guide is an inspection resource to help determine which type of ventilation system you have as part of your roofing system, and how each type works. Attics & ventilation systems are a working part of temperature and humidity controls to keep your home safe...
by Rhoden Roofing | Jul 30, 2025 | Blog, Residential Roofing, Roof Inspection, Roofing Basics: New Homeowner's Guide
Trees have a complicated relationship with buildings and the people who live or work in them. Understanding that relationship assists with landscaping planning, property inspections, and preventing damage before the next storm season. Even if you aren’t partial to...
by Rhoden Roofing | Aug 5, 2024 | Roof Inspection
What to Know About Promoting Longevity and Ensuring Structural Integrity Your home protects you and your family, while your roof protects your home. When you choose your roof’s material, as with most purchases, it often comes down to value:...
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