Roofing and Gutter Advice for East Tennessee Homeowners
We started this blog to share what we’ve learned after years of working on roofs and gutters across East Tennessee. Every article comes from real questions we hear from homeowners, like how to handle roof leaks, what to expect during a replacement, or whether metal is worth the upgrade.
Our goal is simple: give you clear, honest information to help you make smart decisions about your home. Whether you’re researching materials or just wondering if your gutters need cleaning, we’re here to help you keep your home protected year-round.
A New Roof for an 1899 Knoxville Home
New decking, custom chimney counterflashing, and Burnt Sienna shingles for an 1899 Knoxville home. See the project’s before-and-after photos.
What Curling Shingles Usually Mean for Homeowners
Learn what curling shingles can mean, which warning signs deserve attention, and when to consider a roof replacement estimate.
Farragut Roof Replacement With Charcoal Black Shingles and New Skylights
A full roof replacement in Farragut brings together CertainTeed Landmark Charcoal Black shingles, new six-inch gutters, and VELUX skylights.
West Knoxville Roof Replacement With CertainTeed Landmark Burnt Sienna Shingles
A roof replacement can change the appearance of a home, but some of the most important work happens in places that are easy to overlook. This West Knoxville project combined a complete asphalt roof replacement with added attention around the home’s large brick...
What Roof Flashing Does and Where It Matters Most
A roof can look solid from the ground while a small hidden detail lets water inside. Flashing is often that detail. It protects the joints, edges, and openings that shingles or metal panels cannot cover by themselves. At Mountain View Exteriors, we treat flashing as...
What Makes One Asphalt Shingle Different From Another
From the street, two asphalt roofs can look almost identical. Up close, the shingles may be very different products. There are differences in thickness, layers, asphalt formulas, granules, adhesives, impact ratings, wind ratings, and warranty coverage. Even two...
What Curling Shingles Usually Mean for Homeowners
You may first notice curling roof shingles while standing in the driveway. A few edges look like they are turning upward. Maybe some corners no longer sit flat. It is easy to assume the roof is failing, but curling does not always mean you need an immediate roof...
Maryville Roof Replacement Adds New Life to an Aging Roof
From the ground, this Maryville home still looked beautiful. The brick exterior, mature trees, and sprawling roofline gave it plenty of character. A closer look told a different story. The shingles had darkened with age. Heavy streaking covered large sections of the...
Sharps Chapel Roof and Gutter Replacement Refreshes Norris Lake Home
A home with a beautiful view deserves an exterior that looks just as good. For this Norris Lake property in the Sharps Chapel area, the existing roof showed its age through faded shingles and several visible patches. The homeowners chose a full exterior update that...
Maryville Roof Replacement Adds Warm Color to a Detailed Roofline
This Maryville home had a roof with plenty of character. It also had shingles that were showing their age. The old roof had faded to a lighter brown, which made some sections look uneven from the ground and even more noticeable from the air. We replaced the roofing...
Knoxville Roof Replacement and Bronze Gutter Installation
A worn roof can make an entire home look tired. That was the case with this Knoxville property. The existing shingles had faded over time and showed dark streaking, debris buildup, and general wear across several roof sections. The homeowners chose to replace the...
Roof Replacement in Farragut, TN Solves Widespread Leaks in Fox Den Home
A roof can have more than one leak. Sometimes it has leaks everywhere. That was the situation at this beautiful home in Farragut's Fox Den neighborhood. The homeowners were dealing with water intrusion in multiple areas, and the existing roof system had reached the...