by Corey Johnson | Jun 30, 2026 | Fortified roof
When you look up at a residential roof, you’re likely to see a few small, raised boxes sitting near the ridge line. In the roofing industry, we affectionately call these turtle vents (or box vents, if you want to be formal). They might not look like much, but these...
by Corey Johnson | Jun 27, 2026 | Fortified roof
We see the videos online all the time. A homeowner grabs a bundle of shingles, a nail gun, and a ladder, thinking they’re about to save a few thousand dollars by doing it themselves. While we love a good DIY project at Roofing Turtle, your roof is not a weekend hobby....
by Corey Johnson | Jun 26, 2026 | Fortified roof
If you’re looking around your home and thinking it’s time for a facelift, your first instinct might be to paint the shutters, redo the landscaping, or upgrade the front door. Those are great touches, but they are just the beginning. If your roof is showing its...
by Corey Johnson | Jun 25, 2026 | Fortified roof
We don’t have to tell you how brutal summer can get in Bastrop County. When the temperatures spike well past triple digits, your air conditioner works overtime just to keep your living room livable. If your electricity bills are skyrocketing, you might automatically...
by Corey Johnson | Jun 23, 2026 | Fortified roof
We get it—no one wakes up excited to buy a new roof. It’s a major investment, and it’s completely natural to want to squeeze every last drop of life out of your current shingles. If your roof is hitting that 15-to-20-year mark but isn’t actively pouring water into...
