Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Ever heard the saying Like a Cat on a hot tin roof?

Okay... This is scary for anyone. But, I just want to know a few things.

1. What are so many people doing on a roof? Just randomly hanging out... chillin', as it were.
2. What in GODs name is a LEOPARD doing hiding in the roof? Waiting for a large bird of prey? Maybe a gazelle just might happen along? This is crazy.

And in the end, that poor leopard is (A) Hungry and (B) Petrified and remember, that was his territory before they tore it down and built houses... 


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Tuesday, April 1, 2014

Cost to shingle a roof in Spring TX

Cost to Install a Shingle Roof – Spring Texas

The cost to install a Shingle Roof averages $1.93 - $3.25 per square foot in 2014. This Shingle Roofing Installation cost estimate is calculated from average material costs, unit labor productivity rates and national average hourly labor wages.


Shingle Roofing Installation - Average Cost Per Square Foot
Expect to pay in the high end of the $1.93 - $3.25 per square foot (or $193-$325 per square) range for a licensed,  insured contractor and for complex or rush projects. Hire carefully, only after verifying prior work quality.
For the best value on Shingle Roofing Installation: combine related projects; get bids from several pros; and be flexible about project scheduling.

Cost to Install a Shingle Roof - Notes and General Information
The cost estimate includes:
·         Costs for local material / equipment delivery to and service provider transportation to and from the job site.
·         Costs to prepare the worksite for Shingle Roofing Installation, including costs to protect existing structure(s), finishes, materials and components.
·         Costs for job cleanup and debris removal at project completion.
·         Labor setup time, mobilization time and minimum hourly charges that are commonly included for small Shingle Roofing Installation jobs.
The cost estimate does not include:
·         General contractor fees for organizing and supervising the Shingle Roofing Installation. Add 12.1% to 19.3% to the total cost above if a general contractor will supervise this project.
·         Sales tax on materials and supplies.
·         Permit or inspection fees (or portion thereof) required by your local building department for your overall project.