Roofing & Solar Blog

The roof replacement checklist we send every Sun Vault Roofing customer before install day: what to do, and what only applies to some jobs.

Everything a homeowner should do, check, and verify before roof replacement day: lawn, parking, pets, attic prep, insurance, security cameras, and more. The complete Wisconsin checklist.

Roof replacement cost is hard to find online because the number depends on variables that a search engine can't see like material tier, roof pitch, square footage, and tear-off complexity. The best way to get a real number for a Wisconsin home is a measurement-based estimate via an online instant estimate tool or an in-person inspection.

A general home inspection gives the roof a few minutes of attention. Learn why buyers and sellers need a separate, professional roof inspection, what it catches that a home inspection misses, and how it protects your negotiating position before closing.

Landmark, Landmark Pro or NorthGate ClimateFlex? Most Madison-area homes do best with a mid-tier Class 3 shingle, and Class 4 pays off when hail or an insurer changes the math.

Most of our roof repairs in the Madison and Verona area cost $249 to $800, and can reach $2,000 or more when decking is damaged. Here is what drives the price and how to keep it low.

Rooftop solar isn’t right for every Wisconsin home. Figure out what you actually wanted solar to do (lower bills, backup power, lower carbon) and pick the best alternative for that goal, from balcony solar to community solar, batteries, geothermal, and a better roof.

We explain what Wisconsin Act 230 means for Wisconsin homeowners, how to spot common roofing storm chaser tactics, and what contractors can and cannot do when it comes to your insurance claim.

The value of Class 4 shingles is that they reduce the likelihood of needing costly repairs after moderate hailstorms and also qualify for insurance discounts that can help offset the higher upfront cost.

There is an assumption that choosing a lighter or darker roof color will dramatically affect your energy bill. While shingle color does affect how hot a roof gets in direct sunlight, the impact on home efficiency is usually much smaller than you think.