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“The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, the be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived and lived well.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson At Tadlock Roofing, we’ve built our foundation on not only making a difference in the roofing industry, butRead more

In Florida’s hot, humid climate, it’s not uncommon to see dark blue-green or black patches of algae dotting rooftops in your neighborhood—or even on your own roof. Though it might seem benign, albeit unsightly, this growth can be detrimental to a roof’s surface, and if you’ve spotted it on your roof, you should have itRead more

Most states deal with four seasons: winter, spring, summer and fall. Florida, however, is subject to one more: hurricane season. Hurricane season begins June 1 and ends November 30, and while it isn’t certain your home will face the brunt of a major hurricane, it will almost certainly be subjected to heavy winds and rainsRead more

Your roof is one of the biggest investments you will make in your home, and we receive a lot of questions from concerned homeowners about how to protect that investment. Our blog, FAQ page and the “Roofing University” videos on our website and YouTube channel are available to help homeowners with questions they have aboutRead more

One of our goals for this website is to provide helpful advice on common roofing issues, some of which result from homeowners making a poor choice with a previous roofing contractor.

You might be keeping up with your home’s regular maintenance and taking steps to protect it from the forces of nature—but what about the forces of nature in your front yard? Your neighborhood birds and squirrels have the potential to damage your roof and home—especially if they’re allowed to nest in your home.

Florida rains, wind, storms and sun can be rough on a roof, and, if left unchecked, the life of your roof can be shortened dramatically. Florida homeowners must be savvy about roof care and maintenance in all seasons in order to extend their roof’s life and maximize its performance. The vast majority of north FloridaRead more

Did you hear the one about the guy who loved to fall asleep to the gentle sound of rain on the rooftop – and woke one morning to raindrops bouncing off his forehead? Don’t let this happen to you!