Asphalt shingles are the visible part of many residential roofing systems, but they are installed over several supporting components. Roof underlayment is one of those layers. Proper roof underlayment placement before asphalt shingles helps create a continuous secondary weather-resistant layer between the roof covering and the prepared roof deck. What…
Removing old shingles can reveal conditions that were not visible from the ground. One of the most important findings can be moisture damage in the roof sheathing. Because the sheathing sits below the roof covering, deterioration may remain hidden until the old shingles and related materials are removed. Why Moisture…
Plywood roof sheathing creates the structural surface that supports many roofing systems. When sections are replaced during a roof project, the way panels meet the framing and align with surrounding sheathing can affect the preparation of the roof for the next layers. Homeowners often focus on the shingles they will…