Sun Vault Roofing

06/18/2026

Your roof could produce electricity. Not panels mounted above it. The roof itself.
Solar shingles install the same way regular shingles do during a replacement. They are a waterproof barrier first, the same as any other shingle. The difference is they have a second job: lowering your electricity bill for decades at the same time.
If your roof is nearing replacement age in Southern Wisconsin, this is worth knowing about before you decide on a shingle.
We are proud to partner with to install their Solstice Solar Shingle, a product which is revolutionizing roofing.

06/16/2026

New Wisconsin law + storm-chaser roofing contractors = important changes for homeowners. Our new blog explains Wisconsin Act 230, how to spot common roofing storm-chasing tactics, and what contractors can do with your insurance claim. Read the full breakdown and protect your home before you sign: https://wix.to/rDS2VLX

We explain what Wisconsin Act 230 means for Wisconsin homeowners, how to spot common roofing storm chaser tactics, and specifically what contractors can and can no longer do when it comes to your insurance claim.

06/12/2026

We estimated 5 to 10 sheets of decking would need to be replaced on this Madison roof. Once we tore everything off, the actual number was 30.

You can't always see compromised plywood from the ground, roof, or attic. The only way to know what's underneath is to take everything off and look. Skipping that step means installing a brand new roof on a foundation that's already failing. That roof is going to fail too, 15 years ahead of schedule.

This is the part of the job most homeowners never see. It's also the part that decides whether your roof actually lasts.

06/10/2026

"Lifetime warranty" is one of the most effective lies in home improvement.

"Lifetime" means the expected lifespan of the shingle, not yours and not your home's. For a quality shingle, that's usually 30 to 50 years.

But the bigger catch: many warranties only cover the material. If your roof fails from a manufacturer defect, they'll send you new shingles. You might still pay for the labor to install them. (note: our warranty does cover the labor)

There's also a depreciation clock. A defect caught in year three gets full coverage. The same defect in year fifteen gets a fraction of that. Every year, the payout shrinks.

Read the actual warranty document. Not the marketing brochure.

06/05/2026

A restaurant that serves sushi, pizza, and tacos isn't a great restaurant. It's an airport food court.
After a storm, full-service exterior shops offer real convenience: one call, one contract, every trade handled. That matters when you're tired and the claim is stressful.
But a roofing specialist spends every day on roofs. They know what storm damage actually looks like on shingles, ventilation, flashing, and decking. They know how to document it accurately for your insurance company.
Convenience and specialization are both legitimate choices. Just know which one you're picking and why.

06/02/2026

Sun Vault Roofing won the 2026 Spark Award for Entrepreneurship a few weeks ago and we're still celebrating. This is the video that played at the ceremony, and this is what we said.

We built Sun Vault Roofing because roofing and solar were broken industries. Transient companies, predatory practices, overselling, and two trades that are often in conflict with each other, with homeowners stuck in the middle. We wanted to build the alternative: one team, one integrated system, no one getting oversold.

Being ethical inside your own company only goes so far. In an era full of misinformation and scams in both industries, education matters as much as the work on the roof. That's what we're building toward.
Full story on the blog: https://www.sunvaultroofing.com/post/sun-vault-roofing-named-2026-bbb-spark-award-winner

05/27/2026

Are Class 4 shingles worth the investment in Wisconsin? Our new blog breaks down durability, hail resistance, insurance discounts, and long-term savings so you can decide with confidence. Read more: https://wix.to/U1qsCKB

The value of Class 4 shingles is that they reduce the likelihood of needing costly repairs after moderate hailstorms and also qualify for insurance discounts that can help offset the higher upfront cost.

05/26/2026

Your chimney isn't leaking because of your shingles. It's leaking because of the flashing.

Flashing is the thin metal at every transition point on your roof: chimneys, pipes, walls, vents. Think of your roof like a raincoat: the shingles are the fabric, flashing is the seam. Raincoats don't fail in the middle. They fail at the seams.

When flashing corrodes, shifts, or gets reused from the old roof underneath, water finds it every time. It's the most overlooked detail in roofing, and the most common source of leaks.

Next time you get a roofing bid: ask if they're replacing the flashing too.

05/21/2026

Real estate agents focus on kitchens and bathrooms. Here's something that actually moves the needle and costs you nothing to mention: your roofing warranty. IF your warranty is transferable, you can hand it to the buyer at closing. It reduces their maintenance risk and removes one of the most common inspection objections. Most sellers never bring it up. Most buyers don't know to ask. If you're planning to sell in the next 10 years, make sure the roof you put on today comes with a transferable warranty.

05/19/2026

Super El Niño is coming to Wisconsin. Is your roof ready? Our latest blog breaks down how the 2026 Super El Niño could affect Wisconsin roofs and what homeowners can do now to minimize damage. Read practical steps for inspections, preventative maintenance, and when to call a pro. Read more: https://wix.to/ja3VrNM