Tips From the Experts

What is with these black streaks appearing on roofs in Western New York?! No, it’s not dirt. It’s not defective shingles. It’s actually blue-green algae that grows on the north side of your roof, where the sun hits less and where moisture hangs around. The algae feeds on part of the filler in your shingles, making your … [Read More]

Could you imagine this happening to you? Mary Lou came home to a sunken roof! After realizing what had happened, there was no time to waste before giving William C. Rott a call. After we inspected her roof, it was clear that the flat design of the roof was not built to last through our brutal Buffalo winters. Bearing that in … [Read More]

When it comes to roofing, not all jobs are the same. Each job presents its own difficulties; some more than others. As we look through our extensive catalog of jobs completed, two roofs in particular stand out: East Aurora House and West Utica House. These houses were especially difficult because of the unique shapes and angles. … [Read More]

A lot of people ask, “Why will you only replace two shingles during a Roof Tune-Up??” Steve’s answer? Because he said so. Just kidding!! Think of a Roof Tune-Up as a routine physical for your roof. It’s a quick check-up to make sure everything is as it should be. Our crews will seal all plumbing vent pipes, … [Read More]

When it comes to roofs, minor issues can cause major problems. It is often the leak you are unaware of that causes the most damage—rotting out rafters or even walls. Identifying these problems is essential for proper roof maintenance. We offer a low-cost solution to avoid potentially high roof repair costs down the road: a … [Read More]

My kids would rather assume the worst of each other and hunker down for an all out, “I am right, and you are wrong!” hoedown throwdown! So consequently, it seems like it’s fight night every night at the Rott house. But, it turns out, it’s my job to interrupt this amateur MMA event. I know … [Read More]