Related to the quality of work, the success of a roof system depends heavily on the product used and the installation methods of the roofing contractor. Here are some things to make sure your roofer includes in their installation process:
1. Ice & Water Shield - this is a waterproof roof underlayment membrane that protects vulnerable areas of your roof like your eaves, valleys, and gaps around your chimneys or dormers. (Our roofers install ice & water shield 9ft up from the edge of your roof, over your roof valleys and where roof lines meet house walls, and around other critical areas like chimneys or dormers.)
2. Drip Edge - drip edges are metal sheets installed at the edge of your roof to direct water away from the fascia and gutter. (Our roofers install an 8-inch “T” drip edge for quality durability.)
3. Underlayment - roof underlayment is what lies between your shingles and the roof deck (typically, plywood) and provides a secondary layer of protection against weather elements like rain, snow, and wind. (Our roofers install synthetic (vs felt underlayment) to maximize roof durability.
4. Flashing - these are the thin pieces of metal used to prevent water from leaking into your home from a joint on your roof. (If necessary, our roofers install new flashing; if unnecessary, ew touch up any existing flashing.)
5. Starter Strip - these strips are placed on top of your underlayment but beneath the shingles and serve a water-shedding function by covering shingle joints at the eaves. (Our roofers install starter strips for maximum durability.)
6. Ridge Vent - installed at the peak of a sloped roof, this feature of a roof system allows damp, warm air to escape from the attic which increases energy efficiency and increases the life of your roof. (Our roofers install a ridge vent to maximize the durability of your roof.)