Are black roofs accelerating climate change? There's no question that the density of black roofs and the ubiquity of pavement in urban settings are the main contributors to the "heat island effect," in which city temperatures are hotter than the surrounding rural...
Got a few minutes to kill? Then take a look at this fun little tool from Owens Corning called the Roofing Color Compass. By answering 9 simple questions, the Roofing Color Compass can tell you what kind of roof will best fit your personality. Yeah, it's not exactly...
...and then recycle it, please! So could go the hip hop theme song for Owens Corning's recently launched shingle recycling program. The nation-wide program will have Owen's Corning Preferred Roofers pledging to recycle asphalt shingle tear-off and Heritage...
Most homeowners don’t give much thought to their home’s roof—until it starts leaking. But with a little do-it-yourself initiative you can spot possible problems with your roof before they lead to interior water damage. Start by looking at your roof covering. From the...
