DryHome Roofing & Siding, Inc. is fully licensed, bonded and insured. We have been in business since 1988 and are proud of our achievements and level of success. We know that the only measure of our success is the satisfaction of our customers. We are committed and determined to provide our customers with quality work while promoting an honest and reliable service.

DryHome Roofing & Siding, Inc. is the best choice for your home exterior projects. Our labor and material warranties are the most comprehensive in the industry. We offer roofing, roof inspections, siding, windows and gutter replacement. DryHome also specializes in roofing and siding repairs.

Areas Served: Northern Virginia: Fairfax County, Prince William County, Loudoun County, Alexandria, Manassas, Fairfax City and the towns of Vienna and Herndon.

DryHome Roofing & Siding, Inc. features Certainteed roofing, siding and window products.

Free Roof for the Holidays Recipient

The holidays, are a time when everyone is together and filled with the spirit of giving. I choose this time of year of our annual "Free Roof for the Holidays."  Every year we are overwhelmed with choices.  DryHome put the word out, and many of you delivered with your nominations.  Some were very heart felt stories.  That made it very difficult to choose just one.  I want to personally thank those of you (and I will call everyone) who sent us nominations.  I have already called some you whose nominations were not chosen and have made other arrangements to help out in early 2008.

I am pleased to announce this year's free roof recipient is Mr. Burnette "Bernie" Cline.  He is an 85 year old resident of Alexandria Virginia.  Mr. Cline has lived in the home his father built since 1956.  His roof has several leaks and is in need of replacement.

Roger Healy, Senior Project Coordinator of RPJ Housing, nominated Mr. Cline.  RPJ Housing services Arlington and Fairfax Counties.  They are an affiliate for Rebuilding Together, formerly known as Christmas in April.  They typically repair 50-60 houses on the last weekend in April and another 50 or so throughout the year through their Hearts and Hammers program. 

Both programs utilize volunteer labor and donated supplies, and do a wide variety of home repair at no charge to the homeowners.  Their basic criteria is that applicants own the home they live in, intend to stay there for at least two years, and have a gross income of less than 80% of the median income for the area.  Roofs are something they typically do not install because of the potential danger to volunteers and cost of materials.  This is where we stepped in to help.

Again, I would like to thank everyone who participated.  I hope that reading this will encourage others to start volunteering their time to those who are in need.  Volunteer work gives you the opportunity to be face to face with those less fortunate, and to see that these are regular, good people.  God bless and Happy Holidays.

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DryHome Roofing and Siding provides the following Services:

Shingles - featuring Certainteed, GAF, Tamko
Ventilation - featuring Roof Air Vent, Cor-a-Vent
Roof Systems - featuring Duradek, Firestone, Duro-last, GenFlex, US Intec, Polyglass
Skylights - featuring Velux, Wasco Residential, Wasco Commercial
Windows- featuring Certainteed, Viwinco, Paradigm, Survivor
Gutters - featuring seamless aluminum gutters/down spouts and copper gutters/down spouts
Siding - featuring Certainteed, Owens Corning.

The following information is provided by the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) as part of their ongoing effort to educate home and building owners about roofing and roofing contractors.

A new roof system is a big investment, and you should get a quality roof system at a fair price from a professional roofing contractor. Hopefully, this information will make you a more knowledgeable consumer and, when the time comes, a smart roof system buyer.

The Sun Tunnel® is the easiest, most affordable way to add style, beauty and value to your home. It offers the perfect solution for hallways, bathrooms, walk-in-closets - anywhere that would benefit from natural light, but does not require a view to the world.

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CHOOSING A ROOF SYSTEM

There are a number of things to consider when selecting a new roof system. Of course, cost and durability head the list, but aesthetics and architectural style are important, too. The right roof system for your home or building is one that balances these five considerations. The following roofing products commonly are used for steep-slope structures.

Asphalt shingles possess an overwhelming share of the U.S. steep-slope roofing market and can be reinforced with organic or fiberglass materials. Although asphalt shingles reinforced with organic felts have been around much longer, fiberglass-reinforced products now dominate the market.

Organic shingles consist of a cellulose-fiber (i.e., wood) base that is saturated with asphalt and coated with colored mineral granules.

Fiberglass shingles consist of a fiberglass mat, top-and-bottom layers of asphalt, and mineral granules.
Asphalt shingles' fire resistances, like most other roofing materials, are categorized by Class A, B or C. Class A signifies the most fire-resistant; Classes B and C denote less fire resistance. Generally, most fiberglass shingles have Class A fire ratings, and most organic shingles have Class C ratings.

A shingle's reinforcement has little effect on its appearance. Organic and fiberglass products are available in laminated (architectural) grades that offer a textured appearance. Zinc or copper-coated ceramic granules also can be applied to organic or fiberglass products to protect against algae attack, a common problem in warm, humid parts of the United States. Both types of shingles also are available in a variety of colors.

Regardless of their reinforcing type and appearance, asphalt shingles' physical characteristics vary significantly. When installing asphalt shingles, NRCA recommends use of shingles that comply with American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards - ASTM D 225 for organic shingles and ASTM D 3462 for fiberglass shingles. These standards govern the composition and physical properties of asphalt shingles; not all asphalt shingles on the market comply with these standards. If a shingle product complies with one of these standards, it is typically noted in the manufacturer's product literature and on the package wrapper.

Wood shingles and shakes are made from cedar, redwood, southern pine and other woods; their natural look is popular in California, the Northwest and parts of the Midwest. Wood shingles are machinesawn; shakes are handmade and rougher looking. A point to consider: Some local building codes limit the use of wood shingles and shakes because of concerns about fire resistance. Many wood shingles and shakes only have Class C fire ratings or no ratings at all. However, Class A fire ratings are available for certain wood shingle products that incorporate a factory-applied, fire-resistant treatment.

Tile—clay or concrete—is a durable roofing material. Mission and Spanish-style round-topped tiles are used widely in the Southwest and Florida, and flat styles also are available to create French and English looks. Tile is available in a variety of colors and finishes. Tile is heavy. If you are replacing another type of roof system with tile, you will need to verify that the structure can support the load.

Slate is quarried in the United States in Vermont, New York, Pennsylvania and Virginia. It is available in different colors and grades, depending on its origin. Considered virtually indestructible, it is, however, more expensive than other roofing materials. In addition, its application requires special skill and experience. Many old homes, especially in the Northeast, still are protected by this long-lasting roofing material.

Metal, primarily thought of as a low-slope roofing material, has been found to be a roofing alternative for home and building owners with steep-slope roofs. There are two types of metal roofing products: panels and shingles. Numerous metal panel shapes and configurations exist. Metal shingles typically are intended to simulate traditional roof coverings, such as wood shakes, shingles and tile. Apart from metal roofing's longevity, metal shingles are relatively lightweight, have a greater resistance to adverse weather and can be aesthetically pleasing. Some have Class A fire ratings.

Synthetic roofing products simulate various traditional roof coverings, such as slate and wood shingles and shakes. However, they do not necessarily have the same properties.

Before making a buying decision, NRCA recommends that you look at full-size samples of a proposed product, as well as manufacturers' brochures. It also is a good idea to visit a building that is roofed with a particular product.

Our customers are secure and confident choosing DryHome Roofing & Siding, Inc. to protect their valuable investment. It is our pleasure to provide you with a reference list of customers in your area and copies of our insurance and licenses so that you too will be assured that DryHome Roofing & Siding, Inc. is the best possible choice.

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