Why good roofing contractors don’t layer shingles like other roofers? 

Good question. Most roofers layer new shingles over the old shingles, sometimes in multiple layers, because it is the cheapest short-term fix for a homeowner but it isn’t what the home really needs; How many layers of shingles are allowed depends on your home's location and the regulations in that area. When shingles are layered like this, it prevents exposing the roof deck which could have mold, rot, damage, missing nails or loose seals, etc. to worsen the structural integrity of the roof over time. With the worst-case scenario being a roof caving in, forcing the homeowner to get a roof replacement.  

Being bad practice and reducing the longevity of your roof, in turn your home. We keep your roof intact by removing the old shingles, exposing the roof deck and repairing any issues with the roof deck. This includes and is not limited to the following: 

  • Replacing any moldy or soft roof decking that wouldn’t allow for nails to be used properly
  • Re-nailing any loose boards that if left alone would make the roof look bumpy (after a week or two) due to missing nails
  • Re-sealing or repairing the seals on plumbing, chimneys, air vents, etc. to make sure water channels off the roof and there is continuous ventilation available to your roof. Preventing any future water damage   

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