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    SIMPLE ROOF REPAIR TIPS

    Aug 16, 2022 3 minutes
    By the OHJ editors

    Most roofing contractors work with asphalt or composite roofing. If they install metal, slate, or tile roofs, their ads and websites will stipulate those specialties. For extensive work or replacement of a wood-shingle roof or any of these long-lived roofing materials, hire a company with the right experience. A few old-fashioned repairs for minor problems are DIY-friendly, provided you are comfortable working on the roof and you follow all safety procedures.

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