Dolan Roofing & Construction BLOG
What Does Hail Damage Look Like on a Roof?
Signs of Hail Damage Can Be Obvious or Subtle! Here’s What to Look For With another busy hail season tapering off, it’s important to schedule a hail damage repair right away if your home was affected by recent storms. However, it can sometimes be difficult
What Does Wind Damage Look Like on a Roof?
Do You Know These Key Signs of Wind Damage? When it comes to storms damaging your roof, hail tends to get all the attention. There’s good reason for that—hail storms are sudden, dramatic, and can cause widespread property damage in the matter of a few
Community Event Focus: Pastors Appreciation Luncheon Sponsorship
Dolan Roofing Was Happy to Give Back at the Pastors Appreciation Luncheon At Dolan Roofing and Construction, our aim is to be more than just another roofing company. As local roofers based right here in San Antonio, the community we serve has also served us
End of Summer Home Maintenance Tips
Follow These Home Maintenance Tips as Summer—and Hail Season—Ends The end of the hail season is a major relief for homeowners. Here in San Antonio, we had a busy hail season, with multiple storms bringing significant hail damage throughout Central Texas. But as the hail
Dolan Roofing and Construction Rises to the Challenge: Restoring Round Rock, Texas After Record-Breaking Hail Storm
ROUND ROCK, Tex. – [September 27, 2023] – Dolan Roofing and Construction announces its swift and dedicated efforts in restoring Round Rock, Texas, following a devastating hail storm that battered the area with 2″ hailstones. The storm, which struck on September 24, inflicted extensive damage
What Is Included in a Roof Replacement?
Know What Should Be Included in Your Roof Replacement—and Avoid Corner Cutters As a homeowner, it may seem like a roof replacement is a roof replacement, no matter who you’re working with. However, depending on the roofer, two different roof replacement projects can differ greatly.
Free Things to Do in San Antonio
Here Are Some of the Fun and Free Things You Can Do in San Antonio This Fall! Though it may be hard to believe with all the heat we’re still getting, fall is on the way here in San Antonio. That means it’s the perfect
The GAF Silver Pledge Warranty & What It Means for You
Dolan Roofing Is Proud to Offer the GAF Silver Pledge Warranty A high-quality roof starts with excellent materials installed by an experienced and skilled roofing team. But at the end of the day, it doesn’t hurt to have a powerful warranty backing up all that
Standing Seam Metal Roof Cost 2023
Considering Metal? Learn More About the Cost of a Standing Seam Metal Roof Metal roofing continues to grow year over year, particularly in residential roofing. Where previously metal was seen as an option only for commercial and industrial roofs, homeowners have come to appreciate the
Spring 2023 Unleashes Major Hail Damage Throughout Central Texas
In April of 2023 we saw a winter storm of epic proportions, a trend that has only continued into the summer. There have been reports of major storms packing baseball-sized hail and gale force winds throughout central Texas, and beyond. If you or a loved
Wind Damaged Shingles, Now What?
Here’s How to Respond If You Have Wind Damaged Shingles—and How to Prepare for the Future While hail damage grabs most of the headlines, hail storms are far from the only threat to your roof. Your roof’s shingles can be significantly damaged by high winds,
Metal Roof Hail Damage? What Now?
Hail Damage Can Affect Your Metal Roof. Here’s What You Need to Know! Metal is quickly gaining popularity in both the residential and commercial roofing industries. One of the main reasons for this is the incredible durability of metal roofs, as they last for decades
Project Spotlight: Attic Ventilation Repair
The Contractor Team at DRC Addressed Attic Ventilation for This Apartment Building When it comes to maintaining your roof, it’s important to think of it as much more than just the shingles, tiles, or roofing membrane covering the outside. Instead, your roof is a system—one
Understanding Actual Cash Value vs. Replacement Cost Roof Insurance
Knowing the Difference Between Actual Cash Value and Replacement Cost Is Crucial When it comes to homeowners insurance policies for your roof, there are two major categories of coverage: actual cash value vs replacement cost roof insurance. While both of these types of policies will
Lift and Relay Tile Roof Cost
A Tile Roof Must Be Maintained to Last a Lifetime! Tile is one of the most durable and reliable roofing materials available on the market—there’s a good reason it’s been in use for thousands of years, after all! To get the most from a tile
Why Work with a Polyglass Registered Contractor?
Dolan Roofing Is a Polyglass Registered Contractor. Here’s What That Means for You! When it comes to roofing, whether it’s commercial or residential, quality products mean everything. At Dolan Roofing & Construction, we strive to use only the best roofing materials, made by leading manufacturers
Project Spotlight: San Antonio Church Roof Replacement
Our Skilled Roof Contractors Completed This Church Roof Replacement At Dolan Roofing & Construction, we care deeply about providing high-quality roofing services within our community. Whether it’s a residential or commercial project, we have the skills and experience needed to get things done. Church projects
Pros & Cons of Integrated Solar Roof vs. Solar Panels
We’re Comparing a Solar Roof vs. Solar Panels For most homeowners, going solar means installing an array of solar panels on their home. This has been the main technology available for adding solar capabilities to a home for many years. However, recently new products have
Best Underlayment for Tile Roof in San Antonio
The Longevity of Your Tile Roof Depends on the Quality of Your Underlayment A tile roof lift and relay is a critical service for restoring and maintaining tile roofs. Tile is a highly durable and long-lasting material, but it can be vulnerable to moisture intrusion
Need a New Roof But Can’t Afford It? Learn About Financing!
Financing Can Help If You Can’t Afford the Upfront Cost of a Roof A failing roof can put you and your family in a difficult financial situation. A roof replacement is a significant investment, and while financial advisors often recommend setting aside a significant sum
Protecting Your Home Top to Bottom During a Roof Replacement
Planning a Roof Replacement in San Antonio? Here’s How We Keep Your Home Protected A roof replacement is a major project and takes more time to complete than a typical roof repair. That’s because these projects require attention to detail, careful planning, and a commitment
How We Partner with San Antonio’s Top Realtors
Realtors in San Antonio Texas Need Roofing Companies as Partners Here at Dolan Roofing & Construction, we work with a wide variety of clients. As one of the top roofing companies in San Antonio, Texas, our services cover both residential and commercial roofing needs, for
6 Signs You Have Sustained Roof Wind Damage
Do You Know How to Spot Wind Damage to Your Roof? Last month, San Antonio saw historic wind gusts of over 50 mph. These high winds were definitely enough to kick up debris and do some damage, leaving many homeowners with roof wind damage. If
First Major Storm of 2023: Hail Damage New Braunfels Texas
Act Now If You Have Hail Damage! Just as was the case last year, the first major storm of 2023 has struck in New Braunfels, Texas, leaving many homeowners faced with a hail damage repair. Severe storms were spread throughout the Central Texas region on
How Much Does a New Roof Add to My Home Value?
Looking to Sell Your Home? A New Roof Can Help! Homeowners looking to sell should always look for ways to increase the value of their home in the eyes of potential buyers. In the current buyers’ market, there’s much more opportunity to get a higher
Solar Panel Warranty: Why We Partner With SolarInsure
SolarInsure Is Our Solar Panel Warranty Provider. Here’s Why! For us here at Dolan Roofing & Construction, creating our solar division required much more than just partnering with solar installers. We wanted to maximize peace of mind for our solar customers, and we scoured the
Interested in Solar? The Right Company Makes All the Difference
Interested in Solar? The Right Company Makes All the Difference Choosing the right company for any home project can be tricky, and solar installation is no different. A major reason for going solar is to save money on energy costs, and the longer your array
Galvalume: The Ideal Alternative to Copper Roofing
Why Galvalume Is a Copper Alternative Your Roofing Contractor May Recommend When it comes to maximizing roof durability, homeowners are becoming increasingly drawn to metal. Compared to traditional materials like asphalt shingles, metal roofing has many clear advantages that asphalt roofing just can’t compete with.
Do Solar Panels Damage Your Roof?
Here’s What to Know About Solar Panels and Damage to Your Roof Do solar panels damage your roof? This is one of the most commonly asked questions we get about our solar roofing services here at Dolan Roofing & Construction. As roofing experts, we understand
Time to Relay Your Tile Roof? Costly Mistakes to Avoid!
Avoid the Most Critical Mistakes When Relaying Your Tile Roof A tile relay is perhaps the single most important maintenance service needed to maximize the lifespan of a tile roof. During this service, all roof tiles are removed so the roofer can inspect and replace
Solar Isn’t For Everyone. See If It Makes Dollars & Cents for You
Is the Cost of Solar Panels Worth It in Texas? One of the biggest barriers to getting off the grid for many Texas homeowners is the upfront cost of installing solar panels. While the exact average can vary, a solar array large enough to power
Texas Solar Rebates You Won’t Want to Miss
Here Are the Key Solar Rebates for Texas Homeowners to Know! Texas is an ideal location for a roof-mounted solar array. It’s one of the sunniest regions in the United States, ranking fourth in the nation, but it also features a unique electricity system in
Introducing the Dolan Solar Division
The Best in Roofing Meets the Best in Solar! Here at Dolan Roofing & Construction, we’re always focused on helping our customers get the most from their roofing systems. For years, that’s meant providing the best in roof repair, replacement, maintenance, and inspection services. Now
Dolan Named Best of the Best Roofers in San Antonio
Dolan Roofing Is Proud to Be the Best of the Best! Here at Dolan Roofing & Construction, our team strives every day to be the best roofers in San Antonio—so you can imagine it feels pretty rewarding to be named not just the best, but
Roof Financing: A Replacement Is More Affordable Than You Might Think
Roof Financing Can Help Ease the Cost of Your Replacement If you’re with an unexpected roof replacement and you’ve started searching for “roofers near me,” chances are you’re exploring your options for financing your new roof, as well. While insurance coverage will often pay for
How a Coating Can Add Up to 10 Years to Your Commercial Roof
Extend the Life of Your Roof with a Coating Even in a down economy, caring for your commercial roof remains critical for the health of your business. The cost of a full roof replacement can be difficult to work into a budget, however, while roof
Financing for a Roof Replacement in a Down Economy
Here’s How to Fund a Roof Replacement When the economy is down, it impacts all of us at some level. Businesses may charge more for their services or products, and the resulting surge in prices can make money tighter for consumers. All of this combines
Project Spotlight: Multi-Family Roof Replacement
The Dolan Team Went the Distance for This Roof Replacement A multi-family roof replacement is a project that requires great care, superior attention to detail, and often presents different challenges compared to other roofing projects. These unique demands require a particularly skilled and experienced roofer
Your Metal Roof Finance Options Explained
Upgrading Your Roof to Metal? Here Are Some Financial Options For homeowners looking to replace their roof without full coverage from insurance, roof financing can be a strong option. At Dolan Roofing & Construction, we’ve found financing to be an especially viable option for homeowners
Boral TileSeal® HT – The Waterproof Solution for Your Tile Relay
Give Your Tile Roof the Best Protection on the Market Tile roofs are built to last for decades (or even up to a century). However, while the durability of roof tiles plays a significant role in the longevity of these roofs, the lifespan of a
Cost to Replace Tile Roof Underlayment
Underlayment Is Key to a Healthy Tile Roof Typically, when a tile roof is compromised, the culprit is the decking or underlayment that lies beneath the roof tiles. When this happens, it’s critical to replace the underlayment as soon as possible to avoid deeper structural
Giving Back to the Communities We Serve
The Dolan Team Brought Love and Barbecue to Sabinal The last several years have been difficult economically for everyone. Between the pandemic, soaring gas prices, and ongoing inflation, Americans everywhere are tightening their belts wherever they can to minimize the impact of rising costs on
Does a New Roof Increase My Home Value?
Planning to Sell Soon? A New Roof May Help Boost Your Home’s Value! If you own a home, you may be interested in selling it within the next couple of years to take advantage of a strong seller’s market. And if that’s the case, you’re
The Tile Roof Lift and Relay Process
Here’s What It Takes to Lift and Relay a Tile Roof A properly timed lift and relay is crucial to maintaining a tile roof. With proper maintenance, tile roofs can last as long as 50–100 years or more—and because longevity is such a key benefit
Project Spotlight: 3M Commercial Roof Replacement
See How Dolan Completed This San Antonio Roof Replacement! Dolan Roofing & Construction is the leading commercial roofing expert for business and property owners in San Antonio. Our extensive commercial roofing experience enables us to provide exceptional value to our clients by building better roofs
Have You Joined Our Roof Referral Rewards Program?
Dolan Referral Rewards Pays You for Spreading the Word! Here in Texas, you have many roofing companies to choose from when you need a roof repair or replacement. So why not choose a roofer that pays you? Yes, you heard that right! When you sign
Home Exterior Trends 2022
Here Are the Popular Looks We’ve Seen So Far This Year! Want to add curb appeal to your home but not sure where to start? At Dolan Roofing & Construction, we often find it’s helpful to turn to current trends for inspiration when coming up
The Anatomy of a Roof Replacement Quote: Why Cheaper Isn’t Always the Best Value
The Cheapest Roofer Often Isn’t the Best Choice When it comes to hiring a San Antonio roofing contractor for your roof replacement, it can be very tempting to choose the roofer that offers the lowest quote. A roof replacement is typically expensive, after all, so
