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Should You Repair or Replace Your Roof? Bone Dry Roofing Has the Answers!

When Roof Repairs Are Your Best Bet Small Leaks: Spotting a leak around your chimney,...

Spring Roofing: Your Essential 5-Point Checklist

Welcome to Bone Dry Roofing's newsletter! As we transition into the vibrant season of spring,...

What to Do if Your Gutters Freeze This Winter

Frozen gutters occur when water collected in your gutter system freezes due to low temperatures,...

The Importance of an Ice and Water Shield

An ice and water shield is a type of roofing underlayment that serves as a...

Reasons to Work With an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor

When choosing the right contractor for your roofing needs, you'll want to work with a...

Tips for Hiring a Roofing Contractor

Whether you're dealing with a leaky roof or planning a full roof replacement, finding a...

Chimney Flashing Leak: Signs and Solutions

Have you noticed some water dripping near your chimney? This could be a sign of...

How to Prepare Your Roof for Fall

As the vibrant hues of autumn approach, it's not just pumpkin-spiced lattes and cozy sweaters...

What Is Total Protection Roofing System: Part 2

Our last post discussed the importance of having a solid roofing system. In this post,...

Benefits of Owens Corning’s Total Protection Roofing System®

Owens Corning is one of the most trusted roofing manufacturers in the industry. Its Total Protection...

Everything You Need to Know About Soffit and Fascia

One of your responsibilities as a homeowner is to maintain every roofing component, including the...

3 Common Reasons Why Gutters Overflow

Our gutters prevent rainfall from building up on our roofing system and causing water damage....

How Long Will a Roof Last?

As a homeowner, you might be wondering to yourself how well your roof can withstand...

Roof Care and Maintenance Basics for New Homeowners

There's nothing like the feeling of joy after receiving the keys to your new home....

Storm Damage? Call Your Roofer Before Your Insurance Company

When a storm hits and leaves your roof damaged, addressing the issue promptly is essential...

How to Find a Reliable Roofer to Fix Hail Damage

Dealing with hail damage to roof and gutters can be a stressful experience, but finding a reliable...

An Overview of Roof Ventilation Systems

Roof ventilation plays a crucial role in maintaining your home's overall health and efficiency. However,...

Gutter Guards 101

Gutters can quickly become clogged with leaves, debris and pests - compelling reasons to have...

We Build More than Roofs, We Build People

On Saturday, April 15, 2023, Bone Dry Roofing (BDR), headquartered in Indianapolis, serving homeowners and...

Common Factors That Increase Roof Replacement Costs

Your roof protects your home and everything inside it from the elements. Over time, it...

Roof Replacements: Do They Increase Property Value?

Should I replace roof before selling? Many homeowners and roofers can attest that a new...

Common Types of Roof Damage to Look for After Winter

Winter weather can often wreak havoc on your roof, which is why it pays to...

Choosing a Roofing Contractor: 6 Red Flags To Look For

If you're a homeowner looking for roofing services, you must do your due diligence and...

How to Choose the Best Roof Color for Your Home

Choosing the right roof color makes your home look beautiful and increases its curb appeal,...

How To Deice Your Gutters

Deicing your gutters is necessary to save money and keep your gutters and roof in...

Why Is Attic Ventilation Important in Winter?

Some people assume that roof vents are simply for cooling a hot attic in the...

What You Need to Know About Attic Insulation

So, you are insulating your attic. Or perhaps, considering improving the existing insulation in your...

5 Most Popular Styles of Roof

One of the most important factors to consider when planning a roof replacement is the...

How Roof Boots Can Help Your Roof

Moisture is one of the the biggest enemies of your roof. If not addressed quickly,...

All You Need to Know About R-Value for Attic Insulation

Poor attic insulation is one of the many reasons why households on average deal with...

Roof Replacement: How Long Does It Take to Complete?

Many homeowners assume that a roof replacement can be a disruptive project that may take weeks. However,...

Why You Should Clean Your Gutters This Fall

Your gutters are designed to keep your home dry by capturing the water runoff and...

How to Create an Emergency Action Plan for Your Roof

Severe weather can sometimes cause unexpected damage to your roofing system. While it may not...

Gutter Replacement: Do You Need HOA Approval?

Living in a home located within a homeowners association (HOA) community has many benefits, but...

Roof Damage Following a Hailstorm? Here’s What to Do Next

Hailstones vary in density and size, but one thing is for sure - they can...

The Best Ways to Dispose of Your Old Roofing Shingles

Asphalt shingle roof replacement usually involves tearing off the old materials to make way for...

How Attic Insulation Is Beneficial for Your Home

A well-built roof has adequate attic insulation. You might not think much about it, but...

What Are the Hidden Signs of Storm, Hail and Wind Damage?

Weather extremes can leave severe damage on your roof and the rest of your property....

Why You Shouldn’t Hire an Out-of-Town Roofing Contractor

The success of your roof replacement significantly depends on the contractor you will hire. Experts recommend working...

What You Should Expect During a Seamless Gutter Installation

The gutters are one of the most important parts of any home, yet many people...

The ABCs of Roofing Storm Damage

Storms can cause serious damage that can compromise the structural integrity of your roofing system....

Why Spring Is the Ideal Time for Insulation Upgrades

Many homeowners take advantage of the pleasant spring weather to schedule home improvement projects. One...

Make Your Roof Last by Avoiding These 3 Maintenance Mistakes

While roofing systems are built to provide reliable weather protection, they’ll still require regular and...

3 Reasons Why You Should Schedule Roof Replacement This Spring

If you’re planning to replace your roof soon, there’s no better time to get it...

What to Expect During a Spring Roof Inspection

Your roof is one of your home’s primary defenses against the elements. Like other home...

Signs Your Gutters Are Coming Loose

Your gutters are responsible for directing water away from the foundation of your home, helping...

Why Insurance Doesn’t Cover Roof Wear and Tear

A residential roof is a significant investment for any homeowner. While the system is designed...

What Ways Can Ice Dams Damage Your Home?

Ice dams are among the most common problems homeowners deal with in winter. This ice...

What Usually Causes Roofs to Leak in Winter?

Your roof has to withstand harsh outdoor conditions in winter like high winds, snowfall, and...

Low Roofing Bids and Why You Should Be Wary of Them

You probably already know that most roofing projects, whether they involve repair, restoration, or replacement,...

Why It’s Important to Know the Age of Your Roof

You Your roofing system works to keep your home dry and damage-free. But it’s not...

3 Reasons Asphalt Shingles Offer Great Value for Your Money

Need to choose a material for your upcoming roof replacement? Asphalt shingles have been the...

Does My Roofing Warranty Cover Storm Damage?

Severe weather can damage even the sturdiest roof. When this happens, one of the first...

The Hallmarks of A Properly Installed Asphalt Shingle Roof

Your roof is made up of more than the asphalt shingles you see from the...

“Bone Dry Loves Pink” Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign

For more than 30 years, giving back to the communities we serve has been a...

How Insulation and Ventilation Prevent Mold

How can you prevent mold from forming in your attic? By making sure your attic...

What Shingle Sediment Can Tell You About Your Roof

How can you tell if it’s time to get a shingle roof replacement? By keeping an...

We Answer Frequently Asked Questions About Metal Roofing

Metal is currently one of the most popular materials for both residential and commercial roofing....

How Do You Save Money on Gutter Maintenance?

With proper installation and regular maintenance, you can delay the need for a gutter replacement....

What Happens When You Ignore Ponding

Does your home or commercial property have a flat roof? If so, then you have...

Roof and Gutter Replacement Upgrades to Consider

Planning on getting a new roof for your home? According to the leading roofing contractor...

What You Should Look For in a Gutter Installer

Your gutter system is important for your home’s safety and protection. That’s why when replacing...

Tips on Handling Your Hail-Damaged Roof Insurance Claim

You can’t prevent your roof from damage from an intense hail storm. However, you don’t...

What Are the Different Ways Water Can Damage Your Chimney?

Water is one of the most common things that can damage your home, including your...

What Happens When You Ignore a Leaking Roof?

By keeping your roof in good shape, you can avoid costly water damage in your...

Roofing Season: When Does It Start and End?

Roofing projects, whether they involve repair or replacement, are usually a big deal. You’ll want...

4 Worry-Free Maintenance Tips for Metal Roofing

Metal remains a popular roofing option among Missouri homeowners today--and with good reason! It comes...

4 Common Ways to Finance a New Roof

If your existing roof requires significant repairs or a total replacement, you may not be...

Spring Home Maintenance Checklist for 2021

The days are getting longer, the temperatures are getting warmer — hello, Spring! This is...

Roof Inspection: An Overview of the Process

The roof, as a whole (which includes all its accessories and supporting structures), represents the...

Comparison of Different Ice Dam Removal Methods

Nothing means wintry wonderland more than seeing icicles hanging on the edges of your roof...

Wet Insulation: Is It Bad for Your Home?

Your home’s exterior needs the insulation to keep your home comfortable throughout the year. Sometimes...

How Much Snow Can Roofs Hold?

Snow may be lightweight as individual snowflakes, however, it can exert a tremendous amount of...

Is Your Chimney Leaking?

When your roof is showing signs of leaking, it’s only natural to call your local...

How Does Ventilation Help Roofing Systems?

Getting stuck with an emergency roof repair job in the middle of winter is, at...

4 Signs Your Gutters Are Failing

According to gutter and residential roofing contractors, gutters are an important part of any property,...

Your Guide to Maintaining Your Roof During the Fall Season

As a homeowner, it’s your responsibility to keep your roofing system in good condition. After...

How Proper Attic Insulation Helps Your Home and Roof

The performance of your roof involves more than durable roofing shingles. It takes a complete roofing...

Best Practices When Applying Attic Insulation

There are many benefits to having a roofing contractor install proper insulation in your attic. A well-insulated...

How to Limit Hail Damage on Your Roof

One hailstorm will not necessarily require you to get a full roof replacement. In fact,...

Do I Need My Roof Inspected Before the Winter?

As the temperatures begin to drop, you must start thinking about how winter may affect...

Common Spots Where Pests May Be Hiding in Your Home

It’s a good habit to clean and maintain your home regularly, but you might be...

Roof Damage Insurance Claims: A Quick FAQ

Having a roof repair or replacement project after severe weather damage can be a significant...

What Are the Benefits of a Well-Insulated Attic?

While attic insulation is essential in preventing water damage in your home, many fail to...

Why Is It Better to Hire a Local Gutter Contractor?

Hiring a reliable contractor is essential to the success of major home improvement projects, such...

Should You Move Out During a Roof Replacement Project?

No matter how small your roof is, replacing it is a big venture. Apart from...

The Dangers of Summer Heat on Your Roof

Your asphalt or metal roof can reach dangerous temperatures in the summer sun. By understanding...

Roof Maintenance Tips for the Summer

A lot of people are gladly busy during long days of the summer season. In...

What to Do in Case of a Roof Emergency

For homeowners, any roofing issue is an awful thing to deal with. However, roofing emergencies...

How to Tell if Your Attic Is Under-Insulated

According to ENERGY STAR®, around 90% of American homes are under-insulated. More specifically, the attic...

How to Prevent Gutter Damage

Your gutter system is one of the most important components of your home as it...

4 Myths About Roof Maintenance and the Truth Behind Them

Roof maintenance is an important part of taking care of your home. After all, by...

Chimney Cleaning: Answering the Frequently Asked Questions

Despite the emergence of the more convenient gas- and electric-powered fireplaces, nothing feels quite like...

4 Mistakes You Can Make When Planning a Roof Replacement

Roof replacement is easily one of the major home improvement projects you can do as...

Questions Many Homeowners Often Forget to Ask Roofers

As you search for the best contractor for your roof replacement project, make sure that...

Common Culprits Behind Chimney Damage

Chimneys are built to last a long time, but many things can lead to them...

Do You Have Frost on Your Roof?

As you look around your neighborhood in the morning, you may notice some roofs have...

Tips to Make Sure Your Roofer Matches Your Needs

Any roofing project is best left in the hands of the pros. Then again, even...

Why Hire an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor

When searching for a prospective roofing contractor for your project, one important thing you should...

Ice Dam Prevention: How to Avoid Ice Dams This Winter

When winter hits, snow accumulating on your roof can be normal. What you do not...

How Much Snow Is Too Much for Your Roof?

Snow is beautiful around the holidays, whether you are skiing through it or watching it...

Preparing for the Winter: Insulation and Ventilation

Indiana winters can be brutal. From cold temperatures to heavy snow, houses take a beating....

Why DIY Roofing Is a Bad Idea

If your roof springs a leak, or if the old roof needs a complete replacement,...

4 Signs of Roof Damage You May Not Notice

Homeowners and business owners alike may believe that the first sign of roof damage is...

Steps You Go Through During a Roof Replacement

Roof replacements can be time consuming and expensive. Finding the right contractor for the job...

Spring Roof Maintenance Tips for Homeowners

When the weather gets warm, it's time to get the outside of your property ready...

What to Expect During a Roof Inspection

A home inspection is an essential part of any real estate transaction, and also a...

The Roof Over Your Head: A New Homeowner’s Guide

As a first time homebuyer, there are so many things to look out for that...

When She’s a Brick House: Masonry Maintenance 101

There's no denying that brick has many advantages. It helps insulate your home, has a...

Ice Dams

An ice dam is a ridge of ice that forms on the edge of your...

Saving Money with Insulation

What is insulation? Why do I need it? Can my home be without? These are...

Why Should I Leave a Review?

Good or bad, negative or positive, what drives our service is feedback. In order for...

Fall and Winter Home Trends

Fall is here and winter is creeping in, but the question is: Is your home...

We are Thankful!

Here at Bone Dry, we rely on the support of our customers just as you...

The History of Insulation

Prior to 1938 when fiberglass insulation was first introduced, insulation was primarily made of mud,...

10 Steps to Picking the Right Contractor

When you first start thinking about home projects it can get a little overwhelming. How...

Bone Dry Love Pink

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We, here at Bone Dry Roofing, have teamed up with...

Picking Shingles for your Home

Getting a roof repair? Is it a complete, full roof, repair? Ever considered changing the...

212 Degrees- Our Motto

“At 211 degrees, water is hot. At 212 degrees, it boils. And with boiling water,...

The Importance of Insulation

It is important to know that even the best roof in the world, with shingles...

212 Degrees

“At 211 degrees, water is hot. At 212 degrees, it boils. And with boiling water,...

Insulation

It is important to know that even the best roof in the world, with shingles...

Shingle Recycling

Recycling is hard to put into perspective.   The United States produces, on average, 11...

Roof Maintenance

It is a true wonder that roofs are able to last as long as they...

How to make an Insurance Claim

  Has your roof gotten damaged from a hailstorm? Windstorm? Thunderstorm? Fire? Do you know...

Thermo Gun

Have you ever seen a contractor use one of these? Wondered what it’s purpose is?...

Shingle Recycling

Recycling is hard to put into perspective. The United States produces, on average, 11 million...

Chimney removal – Breaking up (& tearing down) is hard to do

Things are high voltage action around here with the recent pop up showers. Homeowners are...

Health is Wealth, right?!

According to the Mayo Clinic & popular informed opinion, staying fit is something we should...

Team Training

As a team we are always focused on getting better. This morning we had the...

Ways to Beat the Heat this Summer

Giving Back to Veterans

The Construction Job Market

Summer Home DIYs

The Importance of Gutters

Considerations for Hiring a Roofing Contractor

Roofing on a Budget

DIY vs PRO Roofing

Ice Dams

The Roofing System

Saving Money with Insulation

The History of Insulation

Why Should I Leave a Review?

Fall and Winter Home Trends

Roof Maintenance

FAQ Roofing Terminology

Bone Dry Loves Pink

How to make an Insurance Claim

Why You Need to Get Your Residential Chimney Swept

The Best Roofing Options for Winter

About Siding

Insulation Promotion December 2016

Bone Dry Roofing, Inc. Insulation Promotion December 2016 Terms and Conditions: Must be 18 years...

Women’s Council of Realtors Business Expo, Tasting & More!

Bone Dry Roofing, Inc. had the privilege of hosting a table at the Realtors Expo....

Importance of Ice and Water Shield

Ice and water shield is a self-adhering waterproofing underlayment that is used in roofing to...

Trick Or Treat!

Come by the our offce for some Trick or Treating. Come meet the fun people...

Dunkin Donuts Friday!

Thanks to our WONDERFUL Ashley, we were drawn for coffee & donuts from local radio...

Do Not Overlook General Roof Inspections

Life happens and things get away from us. We get sidetracked by the leaking plumbing,...

Journal & Courier’s Reader’s Choice Awards

Bone Dry Roofing is proud to be nominated for the Journal & Courier's Reader's Choice...

Better Business Bureau A+ Rating!

In a world where there's 10.7 million complaints on roofing contractors with the BBB we...

Celebration of Women Luncheon

Today the members of Bone Dry Roofing got to enjoy a wonderful luncheon hosted by...

Bone Dry Roofing Receives Recognition

Last week we attended the Owens Corning Platinum Contractor Conference and Bone Dry Roofing, Inc. was recognized...

Habitat For Humanity; It’s How We Give Back

  Bone Dry Roofing is fortunate enough to have participated in the Habitat for Humanity of Boone County Veteran's Build and...

What Exactly is an Ice Dam?

Icicles may look beautiful and give your home that wintry, picturesque feel, but behind the...

Winterize Your Home with Proper Attic Insulation

Did you know that up to 40% of your home's conditioned air (heat and cooling)...

The Cost of Insulating is Less Than You Think

Did you know that if your home was built between 1988 and 1998, you are...

Ceiling Fans: Not Just For Summers

Ceiling fans are great aren’t they? Sometimes the moving air is just what you need...

Pallets, Pallets and MORE Pallets!

Americans throw away about 33 million tons of waste every year—and that’s only the food...

This is Why You Need A Chimney Cap

Chimney caps are protective coverings for chimneys, usually made of stainless steel, galvanized or copper....

We Turn Roofs into Roads; What’s YOUR Superpower?

  Each year, up to 10 million tons of recyclable shingles are removed from the...

Ugly Black Streaks On Your Roof Scaring Buyers Away?

  A couple of weeks ago, I was talking with my neighbor, Bob, who was...

Ice Dam Prevention

Ice dams are a damaging and not so uncommon problem here in the Midwest. These...

Best of the Best Lafayette Roofers

  Recently, Journal & Courier Media Group in Lafayette, IN held a Reader's Choice Award...

Angie & Jim Say Clean Your Gutters!

Here is a quick video produced by Angie's List talking about proper maintenance for your...

Bone Dry Reader’s Choice

Update: We Won! ----- Our Lafayette Bone Dry Roofing office has been selected as one of...

How to Prevent Cancellation of Homeowner’s Insurance Over Dirty Roofs

Insurance companies can be our best friends. When a nasty hail storm rips through town,...

This Might Sting A Little

When doing a roof inspection, repairing a roof or replacing it, it's important to check...

Bone Dry Staying Healthy and Fit

At Bone Dry, we value the health and wellness of our employees. Though demanding in...

Bone Dry Roofing on the Small Screen

In the words of Google, we are in the middle of a "Mobile Movement". iPhones,...

Your Roof’s Worst Enemy

Rain, hail, wind, sunshine; you name the weather condition and we'll tell you why it's...

Roofing Insurance Claim Facts

There are a lot of myths surrounding roofing insurance claims. A lot of these arise...

Clean that Dirty Roof!

Your poor roof. He works so hard and gets little recognition. He protects you from...

Warm Air, Blue Skies, New Roofs

Rain or shine, it's just another day at Bone Dry Roofing. Luckily for our crews,...

Benefits of Roof Cleaning

You are aware that a home is the largest investment you have, and taking care...

With Spring Comes Roofing Scams

A CBS News affiliate recently reported on several roofing scams throughout the Midwest that you should...

Don’t Wait Until You Have Major Hail Damage

Not only does Bone Dry Roofing specialize in total replacements, we also have a qualified...

The Bone Dry Advantage

Bone Dry Roofing is a full-service contract and maintenance company for all of your home...

March: In Like a Lion

So far so good, mother nature! You've listened to the old saying well. As February...