Most people agree that spring and summer are getting warmer. And some of that increased warmth is from the urban heat island effect. But what is the heat island effect? And what can you do about it?

Read on to learn how you can help fight Miami’s urban heat island from home.

Living in Florida, we experience frequent rain storms, hurricanes, and humidity. So it’s important to routinely care for your roof to prevent leaks, structural damage, or a complete failure of your roofing system. After all, your roof protects you, your family, and the entire structure of your home.

M3 Roofing began with a mission – to change the mindset of the customers in the roofing industry by providing authentic, honest, quality roofing services so strong that it raises the bar for the entire roofing industry.

Every year, you go in for your annual checkup with your doctor because you know preventative care is crucial to your health. And the same goes for your roof! Regular preventative roof maintenance is important to the health of your roof to extend its life and prevent costly repairs. Most homeowners make the mistake of waiting until they see a problem (like a leak) – but this isn’t a good idea! Often by this point, the problem will be bigger, costlier, and more complicated to fix.

The U.S. Consumer & Product Safety Commission estimates 15,000-holiday decorating injuries occur between November and December – and this doesn’t count any damage done to homes from these decorating accidents! So how do you stay safe, hang Christmas lights, and not damage your roof?

Your roof is a vital part of your home. And when it’s time to replace your roof, timing and climate are important factors for when to get this done. Here in Miami, Florida, the weather is mild enough to do roof replacements all year round. But there are ideal times of the year to do this – so let’s dive into when it’s the best time to replace your roof in Florida.

In South Florida, we experience both a rainy season from June to September and a hurricane season from June to November. With the overlap of these 2 weather conditions, your roof experiences a lot of changes from hot and cold temperatures, tons of rain, humidity, tropical storms, and hurricane winds. So let’s talk about what you should do after a storm and some common questions about insurance claims for roof storm damage.

In South Florida and along the East Coast, we’re getting ready for hurricane season. As a homeowner, it’s important to not only stock your home with essentials but also assess and prepare your home for a hurricane – including your roof.

Your home is a working system dependent on proper airflow to maintain a comfortable temperature for you and your family. And one of the most important areas of proper airflow is in your attic controlled by your roof ventilation system.