Can a roof put a song in your heart?

We thought we would take a break from the world of ROOF news and bring you some entertainment. You wouldn't believe that number of great songs with the word 'roof' in them. And who can forget "Fiddler on the Roof?"

So through the magic of YouTube, here are a few 'roof' songs you may recognize. We hope you enjoy them.

The Drifters - Up On the Roof


Vampire Weekend - Mansard Roof


Mariah Carey - The Roof


And don't forget to call us when you need roof repair in South Jersey including Ventnor, Margate, Longport, Atlantic City, Cape May and Wildwood, as well as, Philadelphia and the surrounding area. We may not sing very well, but we are roofing experts who will perform for you!

Rooting for the home teams!

Well by now you are all into your Fantasy Football pools and watching the big game! Another exciting season is upon us, but the teams we love most are our hometown teams. If you have ever been to a Pee Wee scrimmage, watched your son or daughter play soccer, or been in the grandstands watching your kid play basketball, you know what we are talking about.

Madera and Sons prides itself on supporting our local community including lending our support to our local sports teams. Whether it means buying a sign at the field, sponsoring the team jerseys or shouting from the sidelines, Madera and Son is proud to support our local teams.

And we're on your team, too! When you are looking for a roofer in Ventnor, Margate, Longport, Atlantic County or the Philadelphia area, Madera and Sons is there for you. And now that you are inside again to enjoy your sports, you may be feeling the draft in more ways than one. Now is the time to prepare for winter and save on those energy bills.

Remember that we are also on your side when it comes to keeping a roof over your head. So go TEAM! Go Ventnor! Go Margate! Go Philadelphia! We support you and your efforts to represent our schools and towns. We cannot do enough for our friends and neighbors.

What a weekend!

WOW! It was unseasonably warm this weekend at the Jersey Shore. With temperatures in the 80s, it is easy to forget that winter is coming. And while many of us would rather be sipping hot chocolate then applying sun screen, it was nice while it lasted.

BUT don't be fooled! Mother Nature has a lot of bad weather coming our way and we cannot stress the point enough that homeowners and business owners need to get ready now! Last week, we outlined some of the basics of getting winterized. This week, we offer a link to a comprehensive eBook that is available from ePub. CLICK HERE TO READ THIS INFORMATIVE BOOK.

Stay warm South Jersey and stay focused on what's to come. You don't want to lose money when some simple steps can help.Madera and Sons wants to help you keep the roof over your head and make sure you are warm this winter. Call us for free estimates on roofing and fiberglass installation in Atlantic City, Ventnor, Margate, Longport, Ocean City, all of Cape May County and Philadephia, too.

Have you felt the chill...?

Have you finally felt the chill? The cold of winter is quickly approaching and it is time to get ready for the weather ahead.

If you need help, call Madera and Sons. In the meantime, you can begin home winterization with some easy-to-follow guidelines.

Check the exterior, doors and windows, looking for cracks and exposed entry points where cold air gets in. Those holes need to be sealed or your heating dollars are going to waste. Use weatherstripping around doors to prevent cold air from entering the home and caulk the windows.

Replace cracked glass in windows and, if you end up replacing the entire window, prime and paint all of the exposed wood. If your home has a basement, consider protecting its window wells by covering them with plastic shields. Replace any broken windows and now is a good time to install your storm windows.

Adding extra insulation to the attic helps to prevent warm air from escaping to your roof and causing ice dams. Check flashing to ensure water cannot enter the home and replace worn roof shingles or tiles.

Clean out your gutters and use a hose to spray water down the downspouts to clear away debris. You can also consider installing leaf guards on the gutters or extensions on the downspouts to direct water away from the home.

Madera and Sons can help you prepare for the cold and keep a warm roof over your head this winter.