The Thrush & Son Video Vault, open all hours
The Video Vault holds more than a decade of our TV spots, homeowner stories, storm-season advice and product breakdowns, all in one place. Some are polished commercials. Some were filmed in a driveway. Every one was made to help a Miami Valley homeowner make a better decision about the roof, siding or windows on their house.
Grab a coffee, pick a Video Vault channel below and press play. If a video raises a question, that’s exactly what our free estimates are for.
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As seen on Good Day Dayton
Our latest TV feature, and the best place to start in the Video Vault.
65 Years Strong
Good Day Dayton stopped by to talk about 65 years of roofing in the Miami Valley: how a family business started in Brookville in 1960, what has changed in roofing and exterior remodeling since, and what hasn’t. It’s the newest addition to the Video Vault.
Read the full storyPick a channel in the Video Vault
Nineteen episodes, sorted the way homeowners look for them. Every card opens the full post and video.
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2017
Who We Are at Thrush & Son®
The family, the history and the values behind the company.
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2021 TV spot
Trust In Thrush
Our 2021 commercial on why Miami Valley homeowners choose us.
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2021 TV spot
Roof Overhead
A short spot on the protection a good roof gives everything under it.
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2019
5 Powerful Reasons to Choose Us
Five reasons families keep calling us back, generation after generation.
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2017
Real Testimony: Why Jennifer Trusted Us
A Dayton homeowner walks through her roof project in her own words.
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2020
Trusted Roofing Contractor
What it takes to earn a homeowner’s trust on the roof.
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2020
Everyone Wants a GAF Roof
Jesse the Jack Russell makes the case for a GAF roof.
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2018
Everyone Wants a GAF Roof
The original GAF roof spot that started the Jesse series.
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2016
Off the Roof
An industry interview about how we run jobs differently.
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2020
Jesse’s Scary Experience
Jesse rides out a storm and reminds us why the roof matters.
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2019
The Arctic Blast of 2019
How to protect your home before extreme cold hits Ohio.
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2017
Your Roof Is Being Targeted!
Wind, rain and hail are always testing your roof. Here’s how to stay ahead.
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2017
You Have Questions. We Have Answers.
Snow, ice and the winter roof questions we hear most.
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2017
Spring Has Finally Arrived
Spring is the season to plan exterior upgrades. We explain why.
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2017
Maintenance Is a Must
Simple upkeep that protects your siding, roof and gutters.
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2021
3 Epic Tests: Shingles Engineered to Endure
Wind, fire and water tests that show what GAF shingles can take.
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2014
Series 8000 Triple-Pane Windows
A look at triple-pane vinyl replacement windows and their efficiency.
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2016
Kaycan DaVinci Vinyl Siding
How the Kaycan siding system is built, panel by panel.
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2013
Designing Spaces with Algae-Resistant Shingles
From the archive: an early look at algae-resistant shingle technology.
Short videos, big roofing lessons
Most of these run about a minute. Play them right here in the Video Vault, no blog post required.
- Roofing components explained by Thrush & Son Our own walk-through of every layer on a shingle roof.
- Which GAF shingle fits your roof? A fast way to narrow down the GAF lineup.
- Timberline HDZ with LayerLock™ How LayerLock holds HDZ shingles together.
- The StrikeZone™ nailing area Why a wider nailing target means a stronger roof.
- Are roofing nails overrated? The small part that holds the whole roof down.
- StainGuard Plus™ algae protection What stops those black streaks on Ohio roofs.
- Dura Grip™: the hidden guardian The sealant strip that keeps shingles down in high wind.
- Shingles engineered to endure GAF’s durability testing, start to finish.
- Essential roofing system components The accessories that turn shingles into a system.
- The components of the GAF roofing system Starter strip to ridge cap, piece by piece.
- GAF warranties have your roof covered How system warranties protect your investment.
- Storm damage: what to do first The steps to take after hail or wind hits your roof.
- Jesse the Dog, 30-second spot Our four-legged spokesdog on the job.
- Commercial roofing components A 2021 look at the layers on a commercial roof.
Most of these clips come from GAF, the roofing manufacturer we install most. For even more, visit our YouTube channel.
Not sure where to start in the Video Vault?
Four short playlists for the four reasons people usually visit.
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Before your estimate
Watch the roofing components walk-through and “Which GAF shingle fits your roof?” You’ll walk into the conversation knowing the parts and the options.
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After a storm
Start with “Storm damage: what to do first,” then “Your Roof Is Being Targeted!” Both cover what to check before you call anyone.
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Comparing materials
The LayerLock, StrikeZone and StainGuard clips explain what you’re paying for in a premium shingle. Pair them with our side-by-side guide.
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Getting to know us
“Who We Are” and the Good Day Dayton feature tell the family story. Our reviews tell the rest.
Read our reviews
Quick answers about watching, finding and using our videos.
What is the Thrush & Son Video Vault?
The Video Vault is our library of home improvement videos: TV commercials, local news features, homeowner testimonials, storm-season tips and short product clips. It covers roofing, siding and windows, with most videos focused on roofing.
Are these videos about products you actually install?
Yes. The product clips cover GAF roofing systems, which we install on most of our roofs. A few older videos in the archive feature products from earlier years, and we label those by date.
Do I need an account to watch?
No. Every video plays right in your browser on a phone, tablet or computer. There's nothing to sign up for or download.
Which videos should I watch before my estimate?
Start with our roofing components walk-through and the clip on choosing a GAF shingle. Together they take a few minutes and cover most of what we'll talk about at your estimate.
How often do you add new videos?
We add to the Video Vault whenever we film something new, like a TV feature or a project walk-through. New videos also appear on our blog, The Home Improvement Minute.
Can you answer a question a video didn't cover?
Absolutely. Send us a message or schedule an estimate, and we'll answer it in person with real samples in hand.
