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A roof tarp from A1 Tarps is an important thing to have ready in case of a roofing emergency.We've been in business for about 40 years, and in that time, something we hear less and less from customers is how many of them love a good thunderstorm. While the sounds may be relaxing and peaceful to some, the reality is that they have the potential to harm people and property in an instant.Storms seem to be getting worse year after year, according to weather experts and officials in the insurance ind …

Canopies and tarps nearly always go together. Although some canopies are fully made out of galvanized steel and tarps are often used on their own, heavy-duty canopies almost always include tarps on top. Heavy-duty canopies consist of powder-coated or galvanized steel frames and polyethylene tarps on top. Once installed into the ground, the steel frame holds up to high winds – up to 95 miles per hour – and heavy snow. For the latter, most structures support 40 pounds of snow per square foot. Tarp …

Whether you are camping or a vendor at a flea market you have probably seen a tarp shelter before. Tarp shelters are an excellent way to protect you from the elements such as rain, sun, and a plethora of other bothersome things that may fall from the sky. Whether you are trying to take cover at a moments notice or you plan to utilize a tarp shelter ahead of time you will certainly find them useful. People are regularly seeking shelter, from the elements, to relax, and to protect their belongi …

During severe weather and natural disasters, you want to keep your home protected. Strong storms like hurricanes can cause a lot of damage to your roof, no matter what material it's made of. Shingles, wood and metal can all be affected by the high winds that accompany these havoc-wreaking storms. While you have no choice but to wait out a storm, you do have the option to protect your home by tarping your damaged roof. A durable, waterproof tarp will help prevent more damage from bein …

For excellent protection from the elements, rely on heavy-duty tarps from A1 Tarps. What's the best approach to covering your investment or vehicle outdoors? Use a heavy-duty tarp. Vinyl and polyethylene are the two primary materials used for heavy-duty tarps, but the former is more common in large-scale and industrial applications. For example, vinyl is often used for many truck tarps and tarps designed for use in chemically hazardous worksites such as laboratories. Polyethylen …