Roofing Overcomes Geographic Challenges Click to enlarge photos.
Many elements can make a basic reroof project challenging.
It could be the home's design, the roof pitch or even the location of the house itself. For the Domer Ishler residence in Huntsville, AL, all three of these situations came into play. The four-story home is situated against the side of the Monte Sano Mountains, with the back of the home being located on the edge of an 80' drop. Because of the potential difficulties surrounding frequent reroofing, Ishler, a marketing consultant and real estate developer, knew he needed something more dependable than the existing asphalt shingles which had deteriorated due to moisture and ventilation problems. In addition to a product that would stand up to the hot, wet and windy Alabama weather, he wanted something that would enhance the appearance of his modern, upscale home.