Before your contractor can install the new roof, they will remove the old shingles and roofing material down to the deck. Then they will evaluate the deck for damage and make any necessary repairs. Once the repairs are complete, they will start building with the components of your new roof.

First, the Ice & Water self-sealing underlayment adheres to the roof deck and seals around nail penetrations, protecting rakes, eaves and critical flashings from water infiltration. Ice & Water is essential around critical transitions and roof penetrations, providing an extra layer of protection from wind, rain, ice, and snow trying to penetrate your roofing system.

Next, the primary roofing underlayment is unrolled and fastened to the roof deck. Synthetic underlayment, such as Summit 60, forms a secondary leak-proof barrier in addition to the shingles installed above it. Summit 60 synthetic underlayment is also less prone to damage than traditional felt. Underlayment shields the roof deck from weather damage until shingles can be repaired or replaced.

Before applying the field shingles, your contractor will apply a starter shingle course along the perimeter of the roof. Starter shingles are installed at the eave of your roof to help prevent shingle blow-off during high winds. Pre-cut starter shingles save time at installation and ensure that the first course of field shingles seals down properly thanks to an aggressive adhesive line.

After the starter shingles, your contractor will install the asphalt shingles. Asphalt shingles come in a variety of styles, colors, and designs. They provide aesthetic appeal and style to complement your home, while protecting your roof from the elements and weathering effects.

Part of any well-designed roofing system is balanced ventilation. There are many types of ventilation products, and choosing the right system for your project is dependent on the size of the attic space. Balanced ventilation, comprised of both intake and exhaust, keeps air moving under the roof deck to help prevent premature aging of the asphalt shingles. Be sure to adhere to local building requirements to ensure your ventilation is up to code.

The finishing touch to your roof install is hip and ridge shingles, installed to help protect against leaks and high winds at these vulnerable areas, and also to cover up ventilation products. Hip and ridge shingles are designed to match the field shingles and give your home an attractive, finished look.