Glossary 101 – Technical Terms

A Abatron Abatron, founded in 1959, is a company that specializes in the manufacturing of epoxy compounds. Abatron makes products such as wood fillers, concrete patching systems, chemicals for industrial use, and adhesives. Rogall + Co. experts recommend Abatron wood fillers, wood epoxies, and wood hardeners for carpentry repair projects.   Acoustic Ceiling Also known…

Learn: The Process of Building a Deck

Deck Construction in California: A Very Brief Overview Dreaming of sipping your morning coffee on a beautiful deck with a view of the California Central Coast? Building a deck in your own backyard can make these dreams a reality. A quick overview of the construction process gives you a good idea of what you can…

The Monster Lurking in the Shadows

There’s a monster, a demon, a voracious wood eating fiend – and the worse part is that it’s living in your home! Hiding beneath the shadows, out of plain sight, is a monster – worse than your 6 year olds’ fear of the dark… and its name… Serpula Lacrymans… maybe you have heard of it…

It’s Not Just a Nail to Our Hammers

Have you ever heard the term “to a hammer everything looks like a nail?” Potentially you have hired a painter in the past and you felt like they just painted over everything – maybe they missed an outlet cover or two, maybe they painted over damaged wood. Either way, it seemed like to a painter,…

Termites – Part 4: Entomology

Save the Earth! Did you know that one earths biggest heroes are termites? Termites, often regarded as nature’s recyclers, play a pivotal role in our ecosystem. This article delves into the entomology of termites, their interactions with homeowners, and the ways in which human activities affect both their built and natural environments. Table of Contents…

Termites – Part 3: Evolution

Termites have a history that stretches back millions of years. Although these tiny insects are often considered pests due to their penchant for munching on wood, their story showcases remarkable evolution and adaptability. Table of Contents Termites, Millions of Years Ago A Remarkable Life Cycle Evolutionary Adaptations Rogall + Co.: Your Termite Evolution Solution Termites,…

Termites – Part 2: Larvae

Continuing our scary, yet informative dive into the termite culture, we discuss termite reproduction. A termites’ journey from an egg to a mature termite is an orchestrated process. At the early stages of this process lies the larval stage, a vital stage in the development of these wood-munching insects. Table of Contents Termite Larvae Identifying…

Termites – Part 1: Habitat

Termites: Nature’s Home-Wrecking Engineers The Termite – a tiny insect dreaded by homeowners worldwide. But who would have thought that termites live in an advanced life, designed to outlive us all. Termites live in a complex and highly organized society with a singular purpose: to devour cellulose-rich materials with unmatched efficiency. Learn about the habitat…

WARNING: DON’T BE BLINDSIDED

Home Siding – More than Just a Pretty Facade. During last season’s rain, a small section of your siding fell off your house. To make it through the rest of the season and the summer, you taped a piece of plastic over the opening. Now it’s raining again and you are concerned about it. Having…

What to Look For in a Home Services Company

When you need something fixed around your house, finding a home services company that will be able to fit your needs seems impossible. It seems like the industry is full of unregulated cowboys – and that’s because it is. But if you know what to look for, there are a number of great companies in…