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New Roof Options
Getting a new roofing system can be an exciting and overwhelming experience. There are many types of systems with different brands, shapes, sizes, and colors. We lay out all options and possibilities to help identify and install your perfect new system.
Types of Roofing Systems
25 Year Three Tab Asphalt Shingles
Three tab shingles have the simplest design and are typically the least expensive. They were first introduced in the early 1900s and reigned as the most popular shingle until the 1970s.
The wind rating on most manufacturers three tab shingles is 60 miles per hour.
Choices:
Certainteed XT25
GAF Royal Sovereign
Owens Corning Supreme
Atlas Glassmaster
IKO Marathon
30 Year Asphalt Shingles
Architectural or dimensional shingles. These replaced three tab shingles as the new industry standard.
The wind rating on most manufacturers 30 year shingles is 130 miles per hour. They offer a better protection against wind, fire, and hail when compared to three tab.
At the time of this writing Owens Corning Duration, and IKO Dynasty are the only manufacturers that offer an additional synthetic strip within the nail line of the shingle. This enhances the amount of pressure or wind it takes to remove the shingle from the heads of nails, thus making it a stronger product.
Choices:
Certainteed Landmark
GAF HDZ/ Natural Shadow
Owens Corning Duration/ Oakridge
Atlas Pinnacle Pristine
IKO Dynasty/ Cambridge
Luxury Shinlges
This is the top of the line in the asphalt shingle category.
The aesthetic properties can appear to resemble slate, sawtooth patterns, and other shapes.
Some have very high wind, fire, and algae resistance. Most come with lifetime warranties. These are the toughest, longest lasting, and most eye catching shingles of them all.
Common Choices:
Certainteed - Presidential Shake, Belmont, Grand Manor, Carriage House
GAF- Grand Sequoia, Camelot, Slateline, Woodland.
Owens Corning- Berkshire
Metal Roofing
Strong, long lasting, and low maintenance. Your choice of 26 or 29 gauge metal is chosen along with the perfect color for your needs.
Panels are fastened onto the exterior with screws.
The screws have neoprene washers that keep water out. These washers need to be inspected within the first ten years after installation, and will likely need to be replaced within the 15-25 year. mark.
The metal itself has a lifetime warranty, and 40 year paint fading warranty.
Choices:
R Panel 26 gauge (thickest material)
R Panel 29 gauge (thinnest material)
X Rib 26 gauge ( thickest material)
X Rib 29 gauge (thinnest material)
Standing Seam Metal
The same concept of a standard metal roof with the exception of no exposed fasteners.
Standing seam panels look slightly different when compared to conventional "R panels. The panels are 12 to 18 inches rather than three feet. They get screwed down to the side of the lock, or seam with a fastening clip. If you get this system installed properly, it will last many decades easily with very little maintenance.
Specialty Roofing Systems
These are your less common systems like tile, slate, and synthetic slate. They are all designed to last 40 years and on up to a lifetime.
Choice:
Synthetic Slate
Slate
Tile
Spanish Tile
Metal Roof Colors
Roof Accessories
A roofing system works together with all parts to keep the weather elements out of your living space, and have a lasting lifespan.
Some of the common weak links of a roofing system are as follows:
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Chimneys
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Pipe flashings
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Eave/ Rake flashings
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Gutter maintenance
1. Chimneys
Chimney flashing is the number one suspect for leaks. Many roofers rely on caulk to keep water out.
Our flashings are custom fabricated for the specific application and all corners are soldered together. Mortar joints are ground out and our counter flashing is adhered into the mortar. This method lasts as long as the metal does, and not 5-10 years like caulk.
Chimney Caps
These are designed to shed wind driven rain and standing water off the top of the chimney structure. It will move water down the face of the brick or siding, rather than behind I, if the chimney cap is fabricated properly.
Chimney Repointing/ Tuckpointing
Mortar joints that have cracked or become brittle are susceptible for leakage. These are ground out and refilled with mortar mix.
BEFORE
Leaky flashing, subpar chimney cap, and deteriorated mortar joints.
Bathrooms, furnaces/ water heaters, dryers, and kitchen ranges all have penetrations that go through the roof deck. Flashings are what keep these holes covered and the attic dry. Each type of pipe has a specific flashing to function properly and last.
2. Pipe Flashings
IPS 4-1 standard pipe flashing. The thin rubber rain collar is the weak link. Installing an additional rain collar will ensure the flashing lasts as long as the roof.
Colors: Black, Mill ( metal), Brown, and Gray.
PROPER Dryer vent flashing. The Dryerjack is made to derestrict the flow of lint from the dryer. It has a flap to open and let lint flow freely when the dryer is in use, and close when not in use.
This flashing keeps lint buildup from happening and can prevent fire hazards.
The only available color is Black.
AFTER
Custom fabricated chimney flashing, chimney cap, and new brick mortar installed.
The Ultimate Lifetime Pipe Flashing. The base is taller and wider, along with a thicker 3/16ths of an inch silicone rain collar. Guaranteed to last the lifespan of the roof.
The only available color is Dark Bronze.
Zipseal Retrofit Flashing for electrical pipes, if your power supply is mounted on your roof.
The flashing is split and wraps around the pipe for easy replacement. The split clamps back together securely and water tight.
The only available color is black.
3. Eave and Rake Flashing
Eave flashing/ Eave metal / "Drip Edge" is the horizontal piece of angled metal responsible for diverting water from the roof into the gutter. The metal diverts running water from the roof away from the top of the fascia board if there is no existing gutter.
Rake flashing or Rake metal is responsible for keeping wind driven rain from blowing under the shingles
We have the expertise and tools to custom fabricate eave and rake flashing on the job site. Metal can be customized in sizes to accommodate decking gaps, and lower gutters. Available colors are shown below :
4. Gutter Maintenance
Major issues can start small without proper gutter maintenance.
A gutter full of debris can fall away from the fascia board without proper fasteners. This can also cause the fascia board to pull away from the rafters and drastically change the overhang of the shingles. Rainwater will then be spilling on the rafters/ soffit.
We do not install new gutters at this time, but we can help maintain your existing gutters. Resealing joints, end caps, and downspout outlets is usually at that is needed to keep your gutter from leaking.
Refastening gutters with a hanger and screw is something we do to keep the gutter from falling off even when it is filled. Gutter spikes or nails do not hold up as good over time compared to hangers and screws.
Gutter Screens
Spectra Pro Select Armor Lock powder coated steel gutter screen is our favorite screen, and the most popular. It is a mesh configuration that allows water to travel in freely and keep big debris out.
They are securely seated in the lip of the gutter and underneath the shingles. They are fastened with screws on the gutter.