The recent forecast for 2014 hurricane season has just a few named storms, but dont let that prediction keep you from preparing your family and property.

In 1992 when Andrew, one of the most powerful and costliest storms to hit the U.S., changed the face of South Florida, it was expected to be a mild storm season as well.

More recently, many throughout the Treasure Coast experienced roof failures during the 2004 and 2005 hurricane season, primarily caused from age and poor installation.

There is no substitute for making plans to secure and protect the roof on your property before the 2014 hurricane season starts.

Tile roofs

When installed correctly in adherence to the Florida Building Code, tile roofs can provide excellent protection during a hurricane. However, it is important to secure any loose tile prior to storm season.

Additionally, loose tile tends to become projectiles during a hurricane, causing untold damage to surrounding buildings.

Metal roofs

If your property has a metal roof, a system that held up well during past storms, flashing details need to be checked.

If your metal roof has exposed fasteners, they need to be checked to see if they have been installed properly or need to be tightened.

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Owners of the proverbial average home would see an increase of $109 in local property taxes to pay for the 2014-15 borough school budget.

The tax bill on a property assessed at the borough average of $303,900 would increase by $109, said Superintendent Johanna Ruberto.

The Board of Education will hear public comments and vote on the $20.8 million total budget at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 6, in the media center of the Alexander Batcho Intermediate School.

Local property taxes would pay $13.9 million of the total, up about $270,000 from last year. State revenue would supply $5.25 million, up by about $28,000.

The tax rate for 2014-2015 would increase four cents per $100 of assessed valuation to $1.22, following an increase of three cents per $100 in the previous year.

The budget is right up to the two-percent cap on the total tax levy, per state law.

The budget anticipates reducing 3.5 certificated staff positions, but will be offset by one additional teacher for the fourth grade for the 2014-15 school year, resulting in a total reduction of 2.5 teachers.

There is no reduction in administration positions, and support aides are hired dependent on student annual reviews.

The district has about 190 unionized staffers, not including administration and non-aligned employees. Administrators have their own association of 12 members.

The budget anticipates percentage increases of 13.5 percent for health benefits, but projected energy costs to be flat.

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Our commitment to quality roofing

Your roof will only wear and perform as well as the materials used to cover it. As with any product, there are substantial differences. At Patriot Roofing, we will not compromise quality. Your home or business is one of your biggest investments. We will treat it exactly as such.

Dimensional shingles, also known as architectural or laminated shingles, are becoming increasingly popular. These shingles are similar to regular three tab asphalt (or composition) shingles, but have two layers of shingle material bonded together rather than a single layer. The exposure of the top layer of shingles has random notches taken out, and the bottom layer is adhered to the top layer. This gives architectural shingles a scattered, three dimensional look to the roof, with different high and low tabs. But like regular three tab, they are still topped with a layer of granules for protection against weathering, and the base mats are between two layers of stabilized asphalt.

Patriot Roofing Company offers many brands and styles of dimensional shingles however we highly recommend the IKO Cambridge AR for its style, weight, and unmatched durability. Checkout the array of Cambridge color samples below.

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When you decide its time for a new roof, feel free to browse through our online selection of shingle colors. We feature shingles from the Owens Corning family because our reputation and work has made us one of only 45 roofing contractors in the nation to be approved as an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor. If you would like to look at other colors or manufacturers, feel free to call the office and ask about additional options.

Whether you need a new roof for your manufacturing facility in Atlanta or a roof replacement for your home in Marietta, Findlay Roofing is ready to provide you with a high-quality roofing system that will stand the test of time.

Our roofs are our calling card. We build them to take on both the scorching summer heat and the pounding thunderstorms that hit Georgia year after year. That's why we can offer a 10-year no-leak warranty and we are one of only 45 roofing contractors in the nation to be approved as an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor.

Our commitment to customer satisfaction is truly unparalleled. In addition to our extensive warranty, we conduct a project review with every customer before we consider a job complete. We receive no payment for our work until the customer is completely satisfied!

Our passion for customer satisfaction is reflected by our status as a member in good standing with the Better Business Bureau. Findlay Roofing is also an active member of the National Roofing Contractors Association and is listed on Kudzu.

Contact us today and dont forget to ask about our free roof analysis, consultation, and estimate. Also, take a look at our current specials to find out how you can save even more on your new roof.

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