Winter in Maryland tends to be all over the place. It’s a familiar pattern: cold nights, mild afternoons, then repeat. What most homeowners don’t realize is that while we adjust our jackets, our roofs don’t get that luxury. Every swing from freezing to thawing...
Roofing & Siding Blog
How Snow and Ice Dams Can Damage Your Roof (and How to Prevent It)
Winter in Maryland is not always synonymous with record-breaking snowstorms, but even a few moderate snowfalls can create the right conditions for one of the most common and most misunderstood causes of roof damage: ice dams. We see it every year. A homeowner calls us...
Can Heavy Holiday Decorations Damage Your Roof? What to Avoid
Holiday decorating is one of the best parts of winter in every part of the world, same in Maryland. Lights, yard displays, and seasonal setups add a nice touch to a home. But there’s something many homeowners don’t realize until it’s too late: some holiday decorations...
Roof Decking: The Hidden Layer That Makes or Breaks Your Roof
Most of the time, homeowners only think about the shingles on their roof: the color, the style, how they look from the street. But the real strength in your roof comes from a layer you never see. Sitting beneath the underlayment and shingles, quietly holding...
Roof Warranty Red Flags: What to Watch for in the Fine Print
When you invest in a new roof, the warranty should give you peace of mind, and not more questions. The reality is that not many homeowners realize just how much fine print can change what a warranty actually covers when something happens to their roof. Some terms...
When Insurance Covers Roof Repairs (And When It Doesn’t)
Roof repair often becomes an unexpected priority when a storm hits or a tree falls and one of those “I didn’t plan for this” moments. It can be overwhelming, and to be honest, most homeowners have no idea what their insurance will actually cover. That’s completely...
Financing Options and Cost Planning for Roof Replacement
You know that getting a new roof is a big investment, and it’s not something most homeowners plan for often. But when the time comes, the cost can come as a surprise. As a trusted Frederick roofing company, Topper Roofing goes out of our way to walk you through each...





