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Imagine the perfect roofing crew. Tall and handsome, they stand on your house, flexing muscles as you hand up cool, refreshing lemonade you made for them. Every now and then you catch their eye and they see you staring at their six-pack abs. As you bake cookies for yet another visit up the ladder, you […]

Your local Kansas City roofer can play an important role in boosting your home’s energy efficiency and shaving your air conditioning bill. By adding a radiant barrier in your Kansas City home’s attic, a professional roofer, like Bill West Roofing, can reduce heat infiltration from direct sunlight. What is a Radiant Barrier? If you have […]

If you have talked with a Kansas City roofing contractor before, you may be aware of the sometimes confusing terms that are often used in their field of work. There are a few key ones that it is helpful to know before you call a Kansas City roofing contractor to discuss a job. Take a […]

If you have decided to sell your Kansas City area home, you may be wondering if your roof is in good enough condition to sell. You may even be debating in your mind whether or not you should seek roof repair, complete replacement, or just sell your home as-is. These are questions anyone selling their […]

Since 1904, CertainTeed has been leading the way in roofing and construction material technologies, making them one of the most recognizable brands in home renovation. At Bill West Roofing, we pride ourselves on being the rare Kansas City roofing company to hold the coveted CertainTeed Shingle Master certification and also able to act as an […]

Under normal circumstances a home’s roof is capable of withstanding high winds and heavy rains, but when a serious storm hits you’ll want to be sure that your Kansas City roof is properly prepared if disaster strikes. At Bill West Roofing, we understand the importance of a properly maintained roof which is why homeowners should […]

Kansas City residents enjoy a wonderful life in America’s heartland, but we also suffer occasional roofing problems as a result of sharing space with tornadoes and large thunderstorms. When your home is in need of roof repair or replacement, our expert roofing team is ready to help. Metal or Shingle Roof Repair or Replacement Whether […]

Only a few roofing companies in Kansas City have taken on the responsibility to recycle their roofing materials when repairing or replacing a roof. Bill West Roofing is one of those companies and takes the “green building” commitment seriously. If you, the homeowner, care about reducing dependence on foreign oil, improving our environment, and keeping […]

Your home represents one of the most significant investments you will make in your life. Keeping it safe from the elements is essential in maintaining the longevity of your home. Constant exposure to the annual cycles of weather takes a toll on your roof, subjecting it to breakdown. This puts the rest of your home […]

If this winter was rough on you, imagine what kind of shape your roof might be in after the ice and snow abuse heaped on by Mother Nature this winter. To determine if your Kansas City home is in need of roof repair, as the homeowner you can perform a post-winter roof inspection to pinpoint […]

It is not always easy-going for the families of our veterans while their loved ones are away defending our liberties. So, it is nice to see the neighbors of these gallant men and women come together to help them out. One such effort is the Red, White and Blue Program provided by the CertainTeed Company […]

According to the National Weather Service (NWS), the largest hailstone to fall on Missouri was a six-inch diameter whopper that struck near Meadville (Linn County) in May of 2004. Hail two inches and larger is considered by the NWS to be of significant risk to life and property. For Kansas City-area residents, hail storm damage […]

Just above your head in your Kansas City home, there may be an unconditioned zone of acute heat and moisture. It may be making your home less comfortable and costing you money. It may even be damaging the structural integrity of the house. It’s called your attic. Solar-powered roof vents help eliminate attic ventilation shortfalls […]

With all the snow and ice Kansas City has seen this winter, everyone is eager for spring to come. Unfortunately, all that challenging winter weather can potentially damage the exterior of your home. A professional gutter replacement insures that the water from spring thaw goes where it’s supposed to and doesn’t cause more problems.

The roof on your home or business performs an important function, in that it protects everything that is underneath. Even with the best construction on the front end, the need for some repairs will occur from time to time. Here are examples of the more common kinds of roof repairs that you can expect to […]

The gutters on your house may seem like a fairly minor part of your home but they actually provide some very important functions that keep you and your home safe from the ravages of Mother Nature. In addition to keeping you dry, a good gutter system will also funnel the majority of the water away […]

Welcome spring with more than a new garden, give your Kansas City home an entire face-lift with CertainTeed Vinyl Siding installed by Bill West Roofing. It’s easy to update the color and appearance of your home with new siding as it comes in a variety of shades and styles. Today’s vinyl siding is designed to […]

When it is time to replace your roof, consider the environmental impact of your new roofing design and materials. Advances in green roofing technology give you the opportunity to replace your roof with materials that are environmentally friendly and that will reduce your energy bills and enhance the appearance and value of your home. Green […]

Your roof is an important part of your home, without it your family and belongings would be open to the weather elements. It is no wonder than that you want to find the best contractors to complete any inspections, repairs, or roof replacement that your home may need through the years. At Bill West Roofing […]

If you are like most Kansas City homeowners, between shuttling your kids to practice, running errands, or even doing yard work, you probably don’t look at your roof very often. However, checking your roof regularly and making roof repairs as needed can prevent other costly fixes down the road – while keeping the rain outside, […]

Mother Nature has a wide variety of ways to damage your roof and your home. While wind and sun can fade or destroy parts of your roof, their damage is obvious. More insidious is the damage done by water and winter’s cold weather. In particular, a wet winter – whether from rain, sleet or snow […]

Roof repairs must be performed properly if they are to prevent future damage to your attic and eaves. This means that finding reputable roofers in Kansas City is especially important for homeowners. If you’re in need of a roofing company, here are some things you should keep in mind whenever you are choosing.

Over time, the Kansas City region’s cool to cold winters and long, sultry summers can wreak havoc on your shingles. Exposure to sun, wind and rain takes its toll on any shingled roof. Most homeowners know the obvious symptoms of roof shingles that desperately need replacing: water drip-drip-dripping maddeningly through the ceiling or around a window or skylight […]

Having a new roof installed on your Kansas City home is one of the single most important investments you will make. With an average lifespan of 15 to 25 years for a shingled roof, making the best decisions when choosing a contractor, materials, and warranties are important. At Bill West Roofing we understand that the […]

Roofs can be tricky things sometimes – especially when spots appear on your ceiling and you wonder if its your roof leaking, or could it be something else? Here are two common causes for Kansas City ceiling damage that seem like roof leaks, but really are something else: High Humidity As most of us know, […]

Keeping our employees and our customers safe is our #1 priority first and foremost. Safety is great concern for all roofing companies in Kansas City and not taking the time to make sure that a few roofing safety steps are in place before starting your project can be costly!

New Weathered Wood Designer Project in Lees Summit Area! This beautiful home has a new roof installed by Bill West Roofing. The home now has a brand new Certainteed Landmark Designer Shingle.  The weathered wood color really brings out the dark accents of the home.  Across the top ridge sits a Ridge Vent which gives the best ventilation […]

New Designer Shingle Project in Lees Summit Area! This beautiful home has a new roof installed by Bill West Roofing. The home now has a brand new Certainteed Landmark Designer Shingle.  The weathered wood color really brings out the dark accents of the home.  Across the top ridge sits a Ridge Vent which gives the best ventilation possible […]

New Presidential Shingle Project in Blue Springs This is one of Bill West Roofing’s recent projects.  It has a Certainteed Luxury Presidential shingle installed that has a look and pattern all its own. Also installed are new windows and siding with services provided by Bill West Roofing.

Two thing you want keep in mind when selecting shingles are Shingle Quality and Shingle Selection. Your roof is an investment and we here at Bill West Roofing want to make sure you have the information you need before choosing the materials that will protect your Kansas City home or commercial property. Not only is […]

New Designer Roof in Lees Summit Area! This beautiful home has a new designer roof installed by Bill West Roofing. The home now has a brand new Certainteed Landmark Designer Shingle.  The weathered wood color really brings out the dark accents of the home.  Across the top ridge sits a Ridge Vent which gives the best ventilation possible […]

New Presidential Shake Shingle Commercial Project in Lees Summit Area! This is one of Bill West Roofing’s recent projects.  It has a Certainteed Luxury Presidential shingle installed. Presidential Shake is the original luxury shingle created to replicate the look of a wood shingle with the performance of fiber glass construction. Presidential Shake Shingles have a look and pattern all their own. With […]

Summer Roof Repair in Kansas City With just a couple of days into the month of August, Kansas City locals are still feeling the heat. And while the weather has already cooled down a bit, your roof may have sustained serious damage from last month’s heat wave. Asphalt shingles found in Kansas City were generally not […]

 New Certainteed Designer Project in Roofing Kansas City Area! This beautiful home has a new Certainteed Designer roof installed by Bill West Roofing. The home now has a brand new Certainteed Landmark Designer Shingle.  The weathered wood color really brings out the dark accents of the home.  Across the top ridge sits a product called ridge vent which gives […]

New Steep Designer Roofing Project in the Kansas City Area! Another beautiful roof installed by Bill West Roofing! This beautiful home has a new steep designer roof installed by Bill West Roofing. The home now has a brand new Certainteed Landmark Designer Shingle. The weathered wood color really brings out the dark accents of the home. Across the top ridge […]

New Timberline Ultra HD Project in Lees Summit Area This is a Timberline Ultra HD Shingle.  With a System-Plus warranty through GAF which carries a non-proration lifetime warranty on the shingles. It has a Timbertex Ridge.  When installing this roof, we had to install additional roof vents and undereave ventilation so that the roof would breath […]

 Bill West Roofing Inc. New Roofing Project in Kansas City Area! This beautiful home has had a new roof installed by Bill West Roofing! It has a beautiful Weathered Wood Certainteed Landmark Designer shingle.  Across the top it is hard to notice that it has new ridge venting.  This type of ventilation brings both an […]

Storm damage can come from a number of sources, but primarily through wind or hail damage. Wind is constantly moving over your roof. From gentle breezes to high-wind weather events. During those events wind speeds will fluctuate and may even change direction. This means that roofing materials can be lifted up, allowing debris to become […]