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Practical advice, expert insights and helpful resources from the Blue Note Pros team—covering roofing, plumbing, home maintenance and more.

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Aerial view of a completed shingle roof replacement on a home in Shreveport, LA.
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Published: 08/26/2026
Updated: 09/15/2026

5 Signs Your Roof Needs More Than a Patch

A patch buys you time, not a fix. Here’s how to tell…
Plumber tightening a sink drain connection in Shreveport, LA.
Plumber providing emergency plumbing service in Shreveport
Published: 08/26/2026
Updated: 09/15/2026

What That Weird Noise in Your Pipes Actually Means

Banging, whistling, or gurgling pipes are your plumbing trying to tell you…
Local roofer working on a shingle roof in Shreveport, LA.
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Published: 08/26/2026
Updated: 09/15/2026

Is a Solar-Ready Roof Worth It in Louisiana?

Thinking about solar down the road? Here’s what to ask for now…
Same Trusted Quality, New Services: Introducing Our New Heating & Cooling Division
Plumber providing emergency plumbing service in Shreveport
Published: 09/11/2026
Updated: 10/07/2026

Same Trusted Quality, New Services: Introducing Our New Heating & Cooling Division

Meet Jim Cappleman
Plumber providing emergency plumbing service in Shreveport
Published: 09/11/2026
Updated: 10/07/2026

Meet Jim Cappleman

Safeguard Your Home: Is your Home Freeze-Proof?
Plumber providing emergency plumbing service in Shreveport
Published: 09/11/2026
Updated: 10/07/2026

Safeguard Your Home: Is your Home Freeze-Proof?

Blue Note Pros Roofing Welcomes Donnie Evans & Parker Evans To The Team
Plumber providing emergency plumbing service in Shreveport
Published: 09/11/2026
Updated: 10/07/2026

Blue Note Pros Roofing Welcomes Donnie Evans & Parker Evans To The Team

Gas vs. Electric Water Heaters: Which One Is Right for You?
Plumber providing emergency plumbing service in Shreveport
Published: 09/11/2026
Updated: 10/07/2026

Gas vs. Electric Water Heaters: Which One Is Right for You?

Repair vs. Replace: The Smart Homeowner's Guide To Water Heater Issues
Plumber providing emergency plumbing service in Shreveport
Published: 09/11/2026
Updated: 10/07/2026

Repair vs. Replace: The Smart Homeowner’s Guide To Water Heater Issues

Meet our experts

Who’s Ringing Your Doorbell

Blue Note Pros roofing and plumbing team serving local homeowners
Shay Bailiff, owner and roofing lead at Blue Note Pros

Owner & Roofing Lead

Shay Bailiff

Shay leads every roofing job from the first inspection to the final nail, and he’s the one homeowners talk to when something doesn’t look right.

  • In the roofing trade since 2016; opened his own company in 2020
  • Hands-on experience in sales, project management, repairs, and replacements
  • Licensed with the Louisiana State Board of Contractors: HI.561690, CL.70762, RL.06317
  • Husband to Hannah, father of three, love of his life: music

The Man, The Myth, The Legend

Alex Barajas, Plumbing Manager

Alex didn’t grow up dreaming about pipes. A layoff from the oil and gas industry sent him looking for something new, and it turned out solving people’s problems was exactly what he was good at. These days, he’s the one who makes sure every plumbing job runs the way it should, from the first call to the last.

  • Born and raised right here in Shreveport
  • 10 years into the plumbing trade and counting
  • Has personally worked on 13,000+ projects
  • Married his high school sweetheart, going on 13 years strong
  • Dad to three kids who keep him just as busy as the job does
  • Bleeds purple and gold for LSU, black and gold for the Saints
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Alex Barajas, plumbing manager at Blue Note Pros

FAQ

MUSIC TO YOUR EARS

Do you offer emergency plumbing services?

Yes. We’re available 24/7 for true plumbing emergencies, including holidays and weekends.

Yes. We’re fully licensed with the Louisiana State Board of Contractors and carry full insurance on every job.

We cover Shreveport-Bossier City and the surrounding North Louisiana area for both roofing and plumbing.

Yes. All of our plumbing work is backed by a workmanship warranty, and manufacturer warranties apply to installed parts.

Check for a current state license, proof of insurance, and real reviews. We’re happy to provide all three.

Rates vary by job. We give an upfront quote before any work starts, and the invoice matches the estimate.

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Let’s Do This

Small fix or big project, we’re in. We’ll treat your home like it’s ours, minus the part where we eat all your snacks.