3 Innovative Products for Roofers in 2019
It’s no secret that roofing is one of the more difficult and physically demanding jobs out there today. Running a roofing company can be just [...]
Choosing the Best Underlayment for Metal Roofs
A high-performing and effective roof protects a building and its occupants from rain and wind. Before the mid-1800s, wood and slate were the standard roofing [...]
Support Your Cedar Shakes with the Best Roof Underlayment Possible
There are many different materials you can choose to build your roof with, but cedar shakes are one of the lesser-known types. Despite being relatively [...]
Comparing Asphalt Felt and Synthetic Underlayments
Barricade® Roof Underlayments have all of the benefits of both asphalt-saturated felt and synthetic underlayments. However, an added advantage of Barricade® Underlayments is they save [...]
Keep Your Concrete Tile Roof Safe with Synthetic Underlayment
Tile roofing has long been a favorite choice among homeowners who prefer a beautiful, economical, and long-lasting solution for their roofs. Unfortunately, tile roofing can [...]
The Best Type of Roof Underlayment to Protect Your Roof from the Elements
When it comes to roofing, a large portion of homeowners isn’t aware of all the different factors that go into making a roof sturdy and [...]
4 Reasons Asphalt-Saturated Felt Roof Underlayment Fail
Contractors that choose Barricade® Underlayments, over asphalt-saturated felt roof underlayments, can avoid many of the problems of felt that lead to early underlayment replacement and [...]
7 Key Elements to a Net-Zero Energy Building Envelope
For sustainable homes and buildings1, a net-zero energy (NZE) building envelope is key to reducing energy use and saving money. The U.S. Department of Energy [...]