September 24, 2009
Q: I have a 1950’s home that is in need of new roof (estimated year left on old, very low slope torch down roof). I am interested in placing a metal roof on the home and am curious if it possible to install over the existing torch down assuming there are no leaks and sheathing… ( read more )
Q: I currently have a Cedar Shake shingle roof that is some twenty years old. Im considering having a metal shingle style roof installed. My concern is the under lay, and future repair to metal shingles. Is it appropriate to install the metal shingles over the cedar shingles? Once a metal shingle roof is installed… ( read more )
Q: I was given a quote to install a metal roof over the existing shingles. The shingles are very curled on parts of the roof. Is this an issue? The installer stated the curls would break off when they are walking on it during the installation. A: I suggest two things. 1) Always a layer… ( read more )
September 1, 2009
Q: We’re looking to replace our asphalt shingle roof with a 26 gauge galvalume metal roof. In your opinion should we have the old shingles removed or just have the metal place over the shingles? Also, if leaving the shingles should we have anything between the shingles and the wood? We live in central Texas… ( read more )
August 4, 2009
Q: I currently have 2 layers of shingles on my house. I live in south western KY and the house is subjected to lots of thunderstorm with high winds, hail, and heavy rains. We also have several tornadoes. My roof has a lot of wind lift from the last storms that went through and now… ( read more )
July 8, 2009
As asphalt and fiberglass shingles age, they can sometimes develop streaks of discoloration. This is especially prevalent in damp climates or shaded areas. While these streaks are often seen as a sign of aging of the roof, they are actually biological growth. As dirt accumulates on standard shingles over time, it gets stuck in the… ( read more )
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