Category Archives: shingle roof

It’s ok to be Positive during a crisis. Share some sunshine with McCollum Roofing & Siding.

With no contact estimates & a small skilled crew, McCollum Roofing & Siding is still working to bring some happiness & care to your home.  Check out this beautiful home  West Orange NJ with it’s new 50yr Warranty Gaf Timberline Shingle roof in Weathered Wood.

West Orange GAF Roof, McCollum Roofing & Siding

Corona Update: We Are Open for Business!!

🏠 To our valued customers and neighbors: We want to let you know that we are still open and working to solve your roofing & siding needs. As a construction company we are allowed to continue to work. The nature of our business is outdoors and has an extremely low amount of face to face contact

Read More

When you make a home improvement, such as installing central air conditioning, adding a sunroom or replacing the roof, you can't deduct the cost in the year you spend the money. But if you keep track of those expenses, they may help you reduce your taxes in the year you sell your house.

“Do I get a tax break for all the money I’ve spent fixing up my house?” from Turbo Tax

Home Improvements vs Repairs & Your Taxes News flash…taxes & deductions can be quite confusing when it comes to your home! Follow the link from the image below to read a break down of claimable deductions regarding home improvements, home repairs & home sales in an article by Turbo Tax. SaveSave SaveSave

ice damming winter 2018 winter leaks snow bomb

Leaks Caused by Ice Damming Very Likely this Week, West Orange NJ

If you’re finding leaks today, it’s most likely due to ice damming.  It doesn’t necessarily mean that you have damage in the roof or siding such as penetrations or tears.  It means that the snow is melting with the warmer weather & because of too much heat in the attic due to improper ventilation. The

Read More

Q&A_Roofing Tips_McCollum Roofing_West Orange NJ

Thursday Q & A, Re-Roofing vs Replacement

Most towns will allow two layers of roofing. However, some towns want to know the distance from the gutter to roof ridge and what size rafters you have. They are concerned about the weight of the second layer. Contractors should always contact your building department and ask them if you can add a second layer

Read More

GAF Certified Contractor McCollum Roofing & Siding of West Orange NJ, family owned and operated roofing and siding business. The Leak Stops Here!

Halloween History & Folklore You Need to Know!

Discover Halloween History & Lore with McCollum Roofing & Siding.   For more of the Jack O’Lantern myth, go to http://www.history.com/topics/halloween/jack-olantern-history     The history of Samhain, honoring the dead and avoiding harmful spirits. SaveSave SaveSave SaveSave

New GAF Timberline System Plus, Lifetime Warranty Roof in Williamsburg Slate & New 5" K-style aluminum gutters and 2X3 leaders in Fair Lawn NJ in Bergen County NJ by McCollum Roofing & Siding of West Orange NJ, Essex County. October 2017

New GAF Timberline System Plus, Lifetime Warranty Roof in Fair Lawn NJ, Bergen County.

  Look at this lovely New GAF Timberline System Plus, Lifetime Warranty Roof in Fair Lawn NJ.  This new Williamsburg Slate shingle goes well with the brick style home in Bergen County NJ.  Top it off with new 5″ K-style aluminum gutters and 2X3 leaders.   Timberline HD® Shingles Help improve your home’s resale value with Timberline HD® Shingles

Read More