Celebrating the Yancey Family Over 135 Years
Celebrating the Yancey Family Over 135 Years

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The Yancey Family, Serving Sacramento Since 1888

Why Roofs Matter More in a Sacramento Summer

Most homeowners we speak with say “It’s not raining so why should I worry about my Sacramento Roofing?”. We will explain what the brutally hot and bright Sacramento sun does to your asphalt shingles. What heat can do when it builds up in your attic. Summer roof heat also affect your HVAC efficiency if your … [Read More]

How to Hire a Roofing Contractor Without Regret

Homeowners often fall for sales pitches and promises that turn out to be misleading and sometimes, out-right lies. Replacing your roof is not just a cosmetic home improvement. It’s a critical component to the protection of your home and your families’ safety. But, sometimes things go wrong in the contractor selection process. Remember that if … [Read More]

Roofing Red Flags

Roofing Red Flags: Common Shortcuts and Scams Homeowners Should Know Summary: Not all roofing companies are created equal. Pull back the curtain on the most common shortcuts, scams, and shady practices in the industry. Here we will reveal what to watch for, how to verify credentials, and why choosing a trusted contractor like Yancey makes … [Read More]

What Could Go Wrong With Residential Roofing Replacement?

Roof Looking a Little Old and Worn Out? Summary: How To Inspect A Roof Looking From Ground Level: Beyond the very basic appearance features, you can’t do a thorough inspection from the ground. Things You Can’t See From The Ground: What Makes Up A Roof System? As you can see in this diagram, there are … [Read More]

Sacramento Roofing Companies Rehabilitate Residential Roofing Systems

On both sides of the Atlantic, there are structures that have withstood the test of time, and are silent witnesses to history unfolding. An article published by the BBC on January 21, 2014 reports that: While Sacramento’s modern history may not go as far back as that of the Stourhead estate, the California state capital … [Read More]

Nailing Sacramento Roofing Shingles: Air Pressure or Brute Strength?

Nail guns have become indispensable to the Sacramento roofing and construction industries. Experienced roofing contractors use nail guns everyday to shoot nails up to 1,400 feet per second. One quick press will drive the nail right through the shingle’s slot and into the decking. While nail guns can accomplish the work much faster than a … [Read More]

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